Microsoft Project Introduction

Course Times

• 9am to 4pm

• Understand Microsoft Project role in assisting in managing a project
• Create a Gantt chart and assign a calendar
• Create and edit tasks, durations, and predecessors
• Create a resource pool and assign work resources
• Format and print a Gantt chart

Experience with spreadsheets and an understanding of Windows concepts is essential. Knowledge of project management theoretical concepts is also highly recommended.

“Relaxed, well-paced, relevant to the workplace. The fact that we customised the course to deal with the aspects relevant to our job and allowed us to concentrate primarily on how we could use it in our workplace” Greg from Main Roads WA

“A great introduction with enough time to work through some examples at our own pace. The facilitator was very patient and went through tasks at a beginner level. Very easy to follow and take in” Amy Morgan from Synergy

“The best feature of this course was that the content was tailored to fit our team’s needs. The trainer made did very well to make the content relevant to the types of projects that we work on” Holly from East Metro Health Service

“I enjoyed the workbook, guided activities and facilitator-led instruction. I also appreciate that there is further support available for when we apply these skills in our workplace” Nat from Rio Tinto

“All relevant and applicable training material that was explained clearly” Dean from Alcoa

“The best feature was the practical demonstrations followed by time to play around with what was demonstrated” Veronica from Fortescue Metals Group

“A good introduction to the software package, easy to apply skills for basic operation and development of schedules” Toby from Judesco Solutions

“Good overview of the basic MS Project functions without getting bogged down in details. Overall a great training experience” David from Rio Tinto

“Very well facilitated and delivered. The trainer was able to provide relevant examples and answer questions clearly” Gavin from SERCO

“Covers all sections of MS Project, which is great for someone like myself who has never been exposed to the program” Fari

“The diagrams on the board helped to make sense of theory. I liked the chance to work through examples at our own pace, after the group demonstrations” Jane

“Worthwhile course for those like who are self-taught in MS Project. I benefitted from learning the features, shortcuts and other components of the software’s use” Bernie from Mineral Resources Limited

“Good mixture between theory and practical. Balanced into nice little chunks of work” John

“Really enjoyed this course – can’t wait to use it in practice. The best features were the instructor, pace and adequate break time” Amanda from Gold Road Resources

“I like being able to apply the knowledge directly using my own screen” Jacqui from SERCO

“Very hands-on and informative. I feel that I have a good grasp on the basic of Project after completing this course” Scott from Metso Partners