Mastering Microsoft Project for Project Management Professionals
You're managing multiple deadlines, stakeholders, and shifting timelines. The pressure to deliver on time and under budget is relentless. You’re expected to optimise resources, anticipate delays, and report with precision, all while maintaining control and credibility. Yet, even experienced project managers struggle to fully leverage Microsoft Project. Too often, complexity becomes a barrier. Manual scheduling errors creep in. Gantt charts don’t reflect reality. Resource overallocation slips through the cracks. You end up firefighting instead of leading. The tools are powerful-but only if you know how to use them with confidence and speed. Mastering Microsoft Project for Project Management Professionals is your bridge from uncertainty to mastery. This course equips you with a structured, battle-tested framework to transform Microsoft Project from a reporting tool into a strategic project command centre-allowing you to deliver complex initiatives predictably, professionally, and with maximum impact. Imagine presenting to your steering committee with flawless schedules, accurate forecasts, and real-time progress dashboards that command respect. One programme manager at a global infrastructure firm used these methods to cut project planning time by 40% and reduce scheduling errors by 90%. I finally feel in control, he said. My executive team now sees me as a strategic partner, not just a scheduler. This isn't about clicking buttons. It's about mastering a system. A system that ensures your timelines are realistic, your resources are optimised, and your communication is data-driven. You’ll go from overwhelmed to over-prepared-equipped with a board-ready, enterprise-grade project plan in as little as 30 days. Here’s how this course is structured to help you get there.Course Format & Delivery Details Self-Paced, On-Demand, Built for Busy Professionals
Designed for project managers who need flexibility without sacrificing rigour, this course is 100% self-paced with immediate online access. There are no fixed start dates or live sessions to attend. You decide when and where to learn-whether during a quiet morning, on a business trip, or after hours. Most learners complete the course in 4 to 6 weeks with just 4–6 hours per week. Many apply core techniques to active projects within the first 10 days-immediately reducing rework, improving stakeholder visibility, and gaining control over scheduling. Lifetime Access, Always Up to Date
Enrol once, own it forever. You receive lifetime access to all course materials, including every future update at no additional cost. As Microsoft Project evolves, your training evolves with it-ensuring your skills and certification remain relevant and current. - Access your training 24/7 from any device
- Seamless mobile compatibility-learn on the go, at your pace
- No installations, downloads, or technical setup required
Expert Guidance Built In
This is not a passive learning experience. You benefit from structured instructor support-directed feedback loops, contextual best practices, and real-world scenario guidance that simulates one-on-one mentorship from industry-validated project leaders. Have a question on resource levelling, baseline comparisons, or portfolio reporting? You’ll gain clarity through contextual walkthroughs and precise, actionable insights-designed to resolve real project execution bottlenecks. High-Value, Risk-Free Enrollment
We understand your time is valuable, and your professional reputation depends on results. That’s why every enrolment includes a 30-day, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee. If you don’t find immediate, tangible value in your first module, simply request a full refund-we’ll process it instantly. - No hidden fees, no recurring charges
- Secure checkout with Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal
- After enrolment, you’ll receive a confirmation email-your access details will be sent separately once your course materials are fully provisioned
Proven to Work-Even If You’ve Tried Before
You might have explored Microsoft Project in the past. Maybe you’ve watched demos or taken a short workshop. But if you’re still not using it to its full capacity, this course is different. It’s built around real project execution patterns-organised by outcome, not feature. Our alumni include senior project managers at Fortune 500 firms and PMO leads in government agencies-many of whom completed PMP or PRINCE2 but were never taught how to operationalise planning tools at scale. This course fills that gap. This works even if: - You’ve used Microsoft Project superficially and feel you’re missing advanced capabilities
- You manage agile, hybrid, or waterfall delivery and need flexibility
- You’re under pressure to deliver faster with fewer resources
- You're transitioning into a PMO leadership role and need stronger reporting frameworks
Your Certificate of Completion, issued by The Art of Service, is globally recognised and verifiable-adding immediate credibility to your LinkedIn profile and résumé. Employers in construction, IT, healthcare, and energy sectors consistently seek professionals with proven Microsoft Project mastery-and this certification signals that you deliver precision, not guesswork.
Extensive and Detailed Course Curriculum
Module 1: Foundations of Microsoft Project Mastery - Understanding the core purpose and strategic value of Microsoft Project
- Differentiating Microsoft Project from spreadsheets and task lists
- Installing and configuring Microsoft Project (Desktop vs Online)
- Navigating the Ribbon, Quick Access Toolbar, and core interface elements
- Setting up project calendar templates and working time defaults
- Defining project start and finish dates with precision
- Configuring fiscal year settings and custom time periods
- Understanding project templates and creating reusable frameworks
- Creating your first project from scratch: step-by-step walkthrough
- Setting project properties: title, manager, category, and keywords
Module 2: Project Initiation and Scope Definition - Translating project charter objectives into Microsoft Project inputs
- Linking business goals to scheduling outcomes
- Defining project deliverables and milestones
- Creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) within Microsoft Project
- Using WBS codes for hierarchical tracking and reporting
- Setting up summary tasks and subtasks correctly
- Applying naming conventions for clarity and consistency
- Importing scope data from external sources (Excel, SharePoint)
- Validating scope completeness using completeness checks
- Generating scope baseline documentation for stakeholder sign-off
Module 3: Task Management and Scheduling Techniques - Entering tasks with durations, constraints, and dependencies
- Selecting appropriate task types: fixed duration, fixed units, fixed work
- Setting task constraints: as soon as possible, must start on, etc.
- Using deadlines versus constraints effectively
- Creating and managing recurring tasks
- Defining lead and lag times between tasks
- Understanding the critical path and its visual indicators
- Adjusting task calendars for non-standard work periods
- Using task notes and document links for context
- Applying task filters and groupings for clarity
Module 4: Dependency and Precedence Logic - Understanding Finish-to-Start, Start-to-Start, Finish-to-Finish, Start-to-Finish
- Visualising dependency chains using Network Diagram view
- Editing and verifying dependency lines for accuracy
- Identifying and resolving circular dependencies
- Managing external dependencies across projects
- Using milestone dependencies to track governance gates
- Modelling phased approvals and decision points
- Applying lag time to allow for testing, review, or approvals
- Integrating dependency logic with risk registers
- Creating baseline schedules with validated dependency networks
Module 5: Resource Planning and Management - Creating a resource pool: labour, material, and cost resources
- Setting up resource calendars and availability profiles
- Defining standard and overtime rates for team members
- Assigning resources to tasks using the Assign Resources dialog
- Understanding units and allocation percentages
- Managing shared resources across multiple projects
- Using resource abbreviations and role-based naming
- Importing resources from external directories (Active Directory, HRIS)
- Setting up material resources with consumption rates
- Configuring cost resources for non-labour expenses
Module 6: Resource Optimisation and Levelling - Identifying resource overallocations using Resource Graph view
- Interpreting overallocation warnings and timing indicators
- Using automatic and manual resource levelling
- Setting levelling options: within available slack, across projects
- Resolving conflicts without delaying the critical path
- Adjusting task scheduling to balance workloads
- Splitting tasks to accommodate resource availability
- Using resource substitution to manage absences
- Creating resource-wise scheduling buffers
- Validating levelling outcomes against project objectives
Module 7: Cost Management and Budgeting - Building comprehensive project budgets within Microsoft Project
- Configuring cost accrual methods: start, end, prorated
- Setting up hourly, daily, and fixed cost rates
- Tracking actual costs versus budgeted costs
- Using cost tables for multi-tier pricing scenarios
- Forecasting total project expenditure using S-curves
- Managing contingency and management reserves
- Integrating cost data with enterprise financial systems
- Generating cost variance reports
- Setting up budget constraints and approval workflows
Module 8: Baseline and Progress Tracking - Setting a project baseline: best practices and timing
- Understanding baseline versus current schedule views
- Saving multiple baselines for comparative analysis
- Entering actual start and finish dates
- Tracking percentage complete and physical % complete
- Using actual work versus remaining work fields
- Updating progress across summary and detailed tasks
- Using progress lines to visualise performance over time
- Handling delayed task updates and catch-up modelling
- Validating data integrity during progress entry
Module 9: Performance Analysis and Earned Value Management (EVM) - Setting up Earned Value Management parameters
- Understanding PV, EV, AC, SV, and CV calculations
- Configuring percent complete and physical measurement methods
- Generating EVM reports: CPI, SPI, TCPI, EAC
- Interpreting EVM trends for early warning signs
- Adjusting forecasts based on performance indices
- Linking EVM data to risk mitigation planning
- Presenting EVM results to executives and sponsors
- Using earned value for governance and stage-gate reviews
- Incorporating EVM into monthly project dashboards
Module 10: Advanced Scheduling and Scenario Modelling - Creating project schedules for agile sprints and iterations
- Modelling hybrid project delivery frameworks
- Setting up alternative scenarios using what-if analysis
- Comparing optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely schedules
- Using task inspector to diagnose scheduling issues
- Modelling fast-tracking and crashing options
- Simulating delay impacts on deliverables and deadlines
- Applying constraints to model external dependencies
- Using placeholder tasks during early planning
- Generating scenario-based recommendations for stakeholders
Module 11: Views, Tables, and Customisation - Using built-in views: Gantt Chart, Tracking Gantt, Task Usage
- Creating custom views for PMO, team, and executive reporting
- Modifying tables to display relevant fields
- Building custom fields for metadata and tagging
- Setting up graphical indicators for status tracking
- Using filters to focus on late tasks, critical path, or high risk items
- Creating auto-filters and highlight filters
- Designing layout templates for consistent reporting
- Customising the Gantt Chart bars and colours
- Exporting customised views for stakeholder communication
Module 12: Reporting and Dashboard Creation - Building executive summary reports
- Developing status reports for weekly governance
- Generating to-do lists for team members
- Creating resource usage and allocation reports
- Exporting reports to PDF, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Using copy picture for presentation-ready visuals
- Setting up automated email updates using integration tools
- Designing real-time dashboards for project control rooms
- Linking reports to SharePoint, Teams, and Power BI
- Standardising report formats across the PMO
Module 13: Collaboration and Integration Capabilities - Using Microsoft Project Online for team collaboration
- Assigning tasks to team members for updates
- Collecting actuals and status updates via Microsoft Teams
- Integrating with Project for the web and Power Platform
- Syncing with SharePoint task lists and calendars
- Using OneDrive for secure file sharing
- Creating shared resources in a resource engagement model
- Managing approvals and change requests in flow
- Linking risks and issues registers to project plans
- Building integrated project management ecosystems
Module 14: Portfolio Management and Multi-Project Views - Creating a project portfolio using Microsoft Project Server
- Consolidating multiple projects into a master schedule
- Managing cross-project dependencies and shared resources
- Using resource pools at the organisational level
- Analysing resource demand versus capacity
- Setting up prioritisation frameworks for project selection
- Generating portfolio health dashboards
- Conducting what-if analysis at the portfolio level
- Reporting portfolio performance to executive leadership
- Aligning portfolio execution with strategic objectives
Module 15: Risk, Change, and Issue Management Integration - Linking project risks to task dependencies
- Using custom fields to track risk probability and impact
- Modelling risk responses in schedule buffers
- Integrating change requests with baseline adjustments
- Tracking change logs within project files
- Managing issue resolution timelines and escalations
- Creating contingency schedules for high-risk phases
- Using version control for change documentation
- Generating audit trails for compliance and governance
- Presenting risk-adjusted forecasts to stakeholders
Module 16: Advanced Gantt and Timeline Features - Customising Gantt bars for different task types
- Adding progress lines and baseline comparisons
- Using the Timeline view for presentations
- Modifying Timeline elements: colours, dates, labels
- Embedding Timeline into PowerPoint and email
- Creating multiple timelines for different audiences
- Highlighting milestones, deliverables, and decision points
- Using zoom levels for overview and detail views
- Exporting high-resolution Gantt charts
- Printing large-format schedules for board meetings
Module 17: Quality Assurance and Validation Techniques - Running schedule health checks and integrity scans
- Validating task dependencies and constraints
- Checking for missing baselines or untracked progress
- Reconciling actuals with planned values
- Using project statistics for consistency review
- Conducting peer review workflows within teams
- Applying PMI and PRINCE2 scheduling best practices
- Ensuring audit readiness for compliance projects
- Documenting scheduling assumptions and decisions
- Creating validation checklists for PMO adoption
Module 18: Certification and Professional Advancement - Preparing for the final assessment with practice exercises
- Reviewing key competency areas and mastery indicators
- Submitting your completed project plan for evaluation
- Receiving detailed feedback on your submission
- Earning your Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Verifying your certification via the official portal
- Adding the credential to LinkedIn, résumé, and email signature
- Applying for PMI PDUs and continuing education credits
- Accessing alumni resources and advanced learning pathways
- Transitioning into PMO leadership, consulting, or certification exams
Module 1: Foundations of Microsoft Project Mastery - Understanding the core purpose and strategic value of Microsoft Project
- Differentiating Microsoft Project from spreadsheets and task lists
- Installing and configuring Microsoft Project (Desktop vs Online)
- Navigating the Ribbon, Quick Access Toolbar, and core interface elements
- Setting up project calendar templates and working time defaults
- Defining project start and finish dates with precision
- Configuring fiscal year settings and custom time periods
- Understanding project templates and creating reusable frameworks
- Creating your first project from scratch: step-by-step walkthrough
- Setting project properties: title, manager, category, and keywords
Module 2: Project Initiation and Scope Definition - Translating project charter objectives into Microsoft Project inputs
- Linking business goals to scheduling outcomes
- Defining project deliverables and milestones
- Creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) within Microsoft Project
- Using WBS codes for hierarchical tracking and reporting
- Setting up summary tasks and subtasks correctly
- Applying naming conventions for clarity and consistency
- Importing scope data from external sources (Excel, SharePoint)
- Validating scope completeness using completeness checks
- Generating scope baseline documentation for stakeholder sign-off
Module 3: Task Management and Scheduling Techniques - Entering tasks with durations, constraints, and dependencies
- Selecting appropriate task types: fixed duration, fixed units, fixed work
- Setting task constraints: as soon as possible, must start on, etc.
- Using deadlines versus constraints effectively
- Creating and managing recurring tasks
- Defining lead and lag times between tasks
- Understanding the critical path and its visual indicators
- Adjusting task calendars for non-standard work periods
- Using task notes and document links for context
- Applying task filters and groupings for clarity
Module 4: Dependency and Precedence Logic - Understanding Finish-to-Start, Start-to-Start, Finish-to-Finish, Start-to-Finish
- Visualising dependency chains using Network Diagram view
- Editing and verifying dependency lines for accuracy
- Identifying and resolving circular dependencies
- Managing external dependencies across projects
- Using milestone dependencies to track governance gates
- Modelling phased approvals and decision points
- Applying lag time to allow for testing, review, or approvals
- Integrating dependency logic with risk registers
- Creating baseline schedules with validated dependency networks
Module 5: Resource Planning and Management - Creating a resource pool: labour, material, and cost resources
- Setting up resource calendars and availability profiles
- Defining standard and overtime rates for team members
- Assigning resources to tasks using the Assign Resources dialog
- Understanding units and allocation percentages
- Managing shared resources across multiple projects
- Using resource abbreviations and role-based naming
- Importing resources from external directories (Active Directory, HRIS)
- Setting up material resources with consumption rates
- Configuring cost resources for non-labour expenses
Module 6: Resource Optimisation and Levelling - Identifying resource overallocations using Resource Graph view
- Interpreting overallocation warnings and timing indicators
- Using automatic and manual resource levelling
- Setting levelling options: within available slack, across projects
- Resolving conflicts without delaying the critical path
- Adjusting task scheduling to balance workloads
- Splitting tasks to accommodate resource availability
- Using resource substitution to manage absences
- Creating resource-wise scheduling buffers
- Validating levelling outcomes against project objectives
Module 7: Cost Management and Budgeting - Building comprehensive project budgets within Microsoft Project
- Configuring cost accrual methods: start, end, prorated
- Setting up hourly, daily, and fixed cost rates
- Tracking actual costs versus budgeted costs
- Using cost tables for multi-tier pricing scenarios
- Forecasting total project expenditure using S-curves
- Managing contingency and management reserves
- Integrating cost data with enterprise financial systems
- Generating cost variance reports
- Setting up budget constraints and approval workflows
Module 8: Baseline and Progress Tracking - Setting a project baseline: best practices and timing
- Understanding baseline versus current schedule views
- Saving multiple baselines for comparative analysis
- Entering actual start and finish dates
- Tracking percentage complete and physical % complete
- Using actual work versus remaining work fields
- Updating progress across summary and detailed tasks
- Using progress lines to visualise performance over time
- Handling delayed task updates and catch-up modelling
- Validating data integrity during progress entry
Module 9: Performance Analysis and Earned Value Management (EVM) - Setting up Earned Value Management parameters
- Understanding PV, EV, AC, SV, and CV calculations
- Configuring percent complete and physical measurement methods
- Generating EVM reports: CPI, SPI, TCPI, EAC
- Interpreting EVM trends for early warning signs
- Adjusting forecasts based on performance indices
- Linking EVM data to risk mitigation planning
- Presenting EVM results to executives and sponsors
- Using earned value for governance and stage-gate reviews
- Incorporating EVM into monthly project dashboards
Module 10: Advanced Scheduling and Scenario Modelling - Creating project schedules for agile sprints and iterations
- Modelling hybrid project delivery frameworks
- Setting up alternative scenarios using what-if analysis
- Comparing optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely schedules
- Using task inspector to diagnose scheduling issues
- Modelling fast-tracking and crashing options
- Simulating delay impacts on deliverables and deadlines
- Applying constraints to model external dependencies
- Using placeholder tasks during early planning
- Generating scenario-based recommendations for stakeholders
Module 11: Views, Tables, and Customisation - Using built-in views: Gantt Chart, Tracking Gantt, Task Usage
- Creating custom views for PMO, team, and executive reporting
- Modifying tables to display relevant fields
- Building custom fields for metadata and tagging
- Setting up graphical indicators for status tracking
- Using filters to focus on late tasks, critical path, or high risk items
- Creating auto-filters and highlight filters
- Designing layout templates for consistent reporting
- Customising the Gantt Chart bars and colours
- Exporting customised views for stakeholder communication
Module 12: Reporting and Dashboard Creation - Building executive summary reports
- Developing status reports for weekly governance
- Generating to-do lists for team members
- Creating resource usage and allocation reports
- Exporting reports to PDF, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Using copy picture for presentation-ready visuals
- Setting up automated email updates using integration tools
- Designing real-time dashboards for project control rooms
- Linking reports to SharePoint, Teams, and Power BI
- Standardising report formats across the PMO
Module 13: Collaboration and Integration Capabilities - Using Microsoft Project Online for team collaboration
- Assigning tasks to team members for updates
- Collecting actuals and status updates via Microsoft Teams
- Integrating with Project for the web and Power Platform
- Syncing with SharePoint task lists and calendars
- Using OneDrive for secure file sharing
- Creating shared resources in a resource engagement model
- Managing approvals and change requests in flow
- Linking risks and issues registers to project plans
- Building integrated project management ecosystems
Module 14: Portfolio Management and Multi-Project Views - Creating a project portfolio using Microsoft Project Server
- Consolidating multiple projects into a master schedule
- Managing cross-project dependencies and shared resources
- Using resource pools at the organisational level
- Analysing resource demand versus capacity
- Setting up prioritisation frameworks for project selection
- Generating portfolio health dashboards
- Conducting what-if analysis at the portfolio level
- Reporting portfolio performance to executive leadership
- Aligning portfolio execution with strategic objectives
Module 15: Risk, Change, and Issue Management Integration - Linking project risks to task dependencies
- Using custom fields to track risk probability and impact
- Modelling risk responses in schedule buffers
- Integrating change requests with baseline adjustments
- Tracking change logs within project files
- Managing issue resolution timelines and escalations
- Creating contingency schedules for high-risk phases
- Using version control for change documentation
- Generating audit trails for compliance and governance
- Presenting risk-adjusted forecasts to stakeholders
Module 16: Advanced Gantt and Timeline Features - Customising Gantt bars for different task types
- Adding progress lines and baseline comparisons
- Using the Timeline view for presentations
- Modifying Timeline elements: colours, dates, labels
- Embedding Timeline into PowerPoint and email
- Creating multiple timelines for different audiences
- Highlighting milestones, deliverables, and decision points
- Using zoom levels for overview and detail views
- Exporting high-resolution Gantt charts
- Printing large-format schedules for board meetings
Module 17: Quality Assurance and Validation Techniques - Running schedule health checks and integrity scans
- Validating task dependencies and constraints
- Checking for missing baselines or untracked progress
- Reconciling actuals with planned values
- Using project statistics for consistency review
- Conducting peer review workflows within teams
- Applying PMI and PRINCE2 scheduling best practices
- Ensuring audit readiness for compliance projects
- Documenting scheduling assumptions and decisions
- Creating validation checklists for PMO adoption
Module 18: Certification and Professional Advancement - Preparing for the final assessment with practice exercises
- Reviewing key competency areas and mastery indicators
- Submitting your completed project plan for evaluation
- Receiving detailed feedback on your submission
- Earning your Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Verifying your certification via the official portal
- Adding the credential to LinkedIn, résumé, and email signature
- Applying for PMI PDUs and continuing education credits
- Accessing alumni resources and advanced learning pathways
- Transitioning into PMO leadership, consulting, or certification exams
- Translating project charter objectives into Microsoft Project inputs
- Linking business goals to scheduling outcomes
- Defining project deliverables and milestones
- Creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) within Microsoft Project
- Using WBS codes for hierarchical tracking and reporting
- Setting up summary tasks and subtasks correctly
- Applying naming conventions for clarity and consistency
- Importing scope data from external sources (Excel, SharePoint)
- Validating scope completeness using completeness checks
- Generating scope baseline documentation for stakeholder sign-off
Module 3: Task Management and Scheduling Techniques - Entering tasks with durations, constraints, and dependencies
- Selecting appropriate task types: fixed duration, fixed units, fixed work
- Setting task constraints: as soon as possible, must start on, etc.
- Using deadlines versus constraints effectively
- Creating and managing recurring tasks
- Defining lead and lag times between tasks
- Understanding the critical path and its visual indicators
- Adjusting task calendars for non-standard work periods
- Using task notes and document links for context
- Applying task filters and groupings for clarity
Module 4: Dependency and Precedence Logic - Understanding Finish-to-Start, Start-to-Start, Finish-to-Finish, Start-to-Finish
- Visualising dependency chains using Network Diagram view
- Editing and verifying dependency lines for accuracy
- Identifying and resolving circular dependencies
- Managing external dependencies across projects
- Using milestone dependencies to track governance gates
- Modelling phased approvals and decision points
- Applying lag time to allow for testing, review, or approvals
- Integrating dependency logic with risk registers
- Creating baseline schedules with validated dependency networks
Module 5: Resource Planning and Management - Creating a resource pool: labour, material, and cost resources
- Setting up resource calendars and availability profiles
- Defining standard and overtime rates for team members
- Assigning resources to tasks using the Assign Resources dialog
- Understanding units and allocation percentages
- Managing shared resources across multiple projects
- Using resource abbreviations and role-based naming
- Importing resources from external directories (Active Directory, HRIS)
- Setting up material resources with consumption rates
- Configuring cost resources for non-labour expenses
Module 6: Resource Optimisation and Levelling - Identifying resource overallocations using Resource Graph view
- Interpreting overallocation warnings and timing indicators
- Using automatic and manual resource levelling
- Setting levelling options: within available slack, across projects
- Resolving conflicts without delaying the critical path
- Adjusting task scheduling to balance workloads
- Splitting tasks to accommodate resource availability
- Using resource substitution to manage absences
- Creating resource-wise scheduling buffers
- Validating levelling outcomes against project objectives
Module 7: Cost Management and Budgeting - Building comprehensive project budgets within Microsoft Project
- Configuring cost accrual methods: start, end, prorated
- Setting up hourly, daily, and fixed cost rates
- Tracking actual costs versus budgeted costs
- Using cost tables for multi-tier pricing scenarios
- Forecasting total project expenditure using S-curves
- Managing contingency and management reserves
- Integrating cost data with enterprise financial systems
- Generating cost variance reports
- Setting up budget constraints and approval workflows
Module 8: Baseline and Progress Tracking - Setting a project baseline: best practices and timing
- Understanding baseline versus current schedule views
- Saving multiple baselines for comparative analysis
- Entering actual start and finish dates
- Tracking percentage complete and physical % complete
- Using actual work versus remaining work fields
- Updating progress across summary and detailed tasks
- Using progress lines to visualise performance over time
- Handling delayed task updates and catch-up modelling
- Validating data integrity during progress entry
Module 9: Performance Analysis and Earned Value Management (EVM) - Setting up Earned Value Management parameters
- Understanding PV, EV, AC, SV, and CV calculations
- Configuring percent complete and physical measurement methods
- Generating EVM reports: CPI, SPI, TCPI, EAC
- Interpreting EVM trends for early warning signs
- Adjusting forecasts based on performance indices
- Linking EVM data to risk mitigation planning
- Presenting EVM results to executives and sponsors
- Using earned value for governance and stage-gate reviews
- Incorporating EVM into monthly project dashboards
Module 10: Advanced Scheduling and Scenario Modelling - Creating project schedules for agile sprints and iterations
- Modelling hybrid project delivery frameworks
- Setting up alternative scenarios using what-if analysis
- Comparing optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely schedules
- Using task inspector to diagnose scheduling issues
- Modelling fast-tracking and crashing options
- Simulating delay impacts on deliverables and deadlines
- Applying constraints to model external dependencies
- Using placeholder tasks during early planning
- Generating scenario-based recommendations for stakeholders
Module 11: Views, Tables, and Customisation - Using built-in views: Gantt Chart, Tracking Gantt, Task Usage
- Creating custom views for PMO, team, and executive reporting
- Modifying tables to display relevant fields
- Building custom fields for metadata and tagging
- Setting up graphical indicators for status tracking
- Using filters to focus on late tasks, critical path, or high risk items
- Creating auto-filters and highlight filters
- Designing layout templates for consistent reporting
- Customising the Gantt Chart bars and colours
- Exporting customised views for stakeholder communication
Module 12: Reporting and Dashboard Creation - Building executive summary reports
- Developing status reports for weekly governance
- Generating to-do lists for team members
- Creating resource usage and allocation reports
- Exporting reports to PDF, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Using copy picture for presentation-ready visuals
- Setting up automated email updates using integration tools
- Designing real-time dashboards for project control rooms
- Linking reports to SharePoint, Teams, and Power BI
- Standardising report formats across the PMO
Module 13: Collaboration and Integration Capabilities - Using Microsoft Project Online for team collaboration
- Assigning tasks to team members for updates
- Collecting actuals and status updates via Microsoft Teams
- Integrating with Project for the web and Power Platform
- Syncing with SharePoint task lists and calendars
- Using OneDrive for secure file sharing
- Creating shared resources in a resource engagement model
- Managing approvals and change requests in flow
- Linking risks and issues registers to project plans
- Building integrated project management ecosystems
Module 14: Portfolio Management and Multi-Project Views - Creating a project portfolio using Microsoft Project Server
- Consolidating multiple projects into a master schedule
- Managing cross-project dependencies and shared resources
- Using resource pools at the organisational level
- Analysing resource demand versus capacity
- Setting up prioritisation frameworks for project selection
- Generating portfolio health dashboards
- Conducting what-if analysis at the portfolio level
- Reporting portfolio performance to executive leadership
- Aligning portfolio execution with strategic objectives
Module 15: Risk, Change, and Issue Management Integration - Linking project risks to task dependencies
- Using custom fields to track risk probability and impact
- Modelling risk responses in schedule buffers
- Integrating change requests with baseline adjustments
- Tracking change logs within project files
- Managing issue resolution timelines and escalations
- Creating contingency schedules for high-risk phases
- Using version control for change documentation
- Generating audit trails for compliance and governance
- Presenting risk-adjusted forecasts to stakeholders
Module 16: Advanced Gantt and Timeline Features - Customising Gantt bars for different task types
- Adding progress lines and baseline comparisons
- Using the Timeline view for presentations
- Modifying Timeline elements: colours, dates, labels
- Embedding Timeline into PowerPoint and email
- Creating multiple timelines for different audiences
- Highlighting milestones, deliverables, and decision points
- Using zoom levels for overview and detail views
- Exporting high-resolution Gantt charts
- Printing large-format schedules for board meetings
Module 17: Quality Assurance and Validation Techniques - Running schedule health checks and integrity scans
- Validating task dependencies and constraints
- Checking for missing baselines or untracked progress
- Reconciling actuals with planned values
- Using project statistics for consistency review
- Conducting peer review workflows within teams
- Applying PMI and PRINCE2 scheduling best practices
- Ensuring audit readiness for compliance projects
- Documenting scheduling assumptions and decisions
- Creating validation checklists for PMO adoption
Module 18: Certification and Professional Advancement - Preparing for the final assessment with practice exercises
- Reviewing key competency areas and mastery indicators
- Submitting your completed project plan for evaluation
- Receiving detailed feedback on your submission
- Earning your Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Verifying your certification via the official portal
- Adding the credential to LinkedIn, résumé, and email signature
- Applying for PMI PDUs and continuing education credits
- Accessing alumni resources and advanced learning pathways
- Transitioning into PMO leadership, consulting, or certification exams
- Understanding Finish-to-Start, Start-to-Start, Finish-to-Finish, Start-to-Finish
- Visualising dependency chains using Network Diagram view
- Editing and verifying dependency lines for accuracy
- Identifying and resolving circular dependencies
- Managing external dependencies across projects
- Using milestone dependencies to track governance gates
- Modelling phased approvals and decision points
- Applying lag time to allow for testing, review, or approvals
- Integrating dependency logic with risk registers
- Creating baseline schedules with validated dependency networks
Module 5: Resource Planning and Management - Creating a resource pool: labour, material, and cost resources
- Setting up resource calendars and availability profiles
- Defining standard and overtime rates for team members
- Assigning resources to tasks using the Assign Resources dialog
- Understanding units and allocation percentages
- Managing shared resources across multiple projects
- Using resource abbreviations and role-based naming
- Importing resources from external directories (Active Directory, HRIS)
- Setting up material resources with consumption rates
- Configuring cost resources for non-labour expenses
Module 6: Resource Optimisation and Levelling - Identifying resource overallocations using Resource Graph view
- Interpreting overallocation warnings and timing indicators
- Using automatic and manual resource levelling
- Setting levelling options: within available slack, across projects
- Resolving conflicts without delaying the critical path
- Adjusting task scheduling to balance workloads
- Splitting tasks to accommodate resource availability
- Using resource substitution to manage absences
- Creating resource-wise scheduling buffers
- Validating levelling outcomes against project objectives
Module 7: Cost Management and Budgeting - Building comprehensive project budgets within Microsoft Project
- Configuring cost accrual methods: start, end, prorated
- Setting up hourly, daily, and fixed cost rates
- Tracking actual costs versus budgeted costs
- Using cost tables for multi-tier pricing scenarios
- Forecasting total project expenditure using S-curves
- Managing contingency and management reserves
- Integrating cost data with enterprise financial systems
- Generating cost variance reports
- Setting up budget constraints and approval workflows
Module 8: Baseline and Progress Tracking - Setting a project baseline: best practices and timing
- Understanding baseline versus current schedule views
- Saving multiple baselines for comparative analysis
- Entering actual start and finish dates
- Tracking percentage complete and physical % complete
- Using actual work versus remaining work fields
- Updating progress across summary and detailed tasks
- Using progress lines to visualise performance over time
- Handling delayed task updates and catch-up modelling
- Validating data integrity during progress entry
Module 9: Performance Analysis and Earned Value Management (EVM) - Setting up Earned Value Management parameters
- Understanding PV, EV, AC, SV, and CV calculations
- Configuring percent complete and physical measurement methods
- Generating EVM reports: CPI, SPI, TCPI, EAC
- Interpreting EVM trends for early warning signs
- Adjusting forecasts based on performance indices
- Linking EVM data to risk mitigation planning
- Presenting EVM results to executives and sponsors
- Using earned value for governance and stage-gate reviews
- Incorporating EVM into monthly project dashboards
Module 10: Advanced Scheduling and Scenario Modelling - Creating project schedules for agile sprints and iterations
- Modelling hybrid project delivery frameworks
- Setting up alternative scenarios using what-if analysis
- Comparing optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely schedules
- Using task inspector to diagnose scheduling issues
- Modelling fast-tracking and crashing options
- Simulating delay impacts on deliverables and deadlines
- Applying constraints to model external dependencies
- Using placeholder tasks during early planning
- Generating scenario-based recommendations for stakeholders
Module 11: Views, Tables, and Customisation - Using built-in views: Gantt Chart, Tracking Gantt, Task Usage
- Creating custom views for PMO, team, and executive reporting
- Modifying tables to display relevant fields
- Building custom fields for metadata and tagging
- Setting up graphical indicators for status tracking
- Using filters to focus on late tasks, critical path, or high risk items
- Creating auto-filters and highlight filters
- Designing layout templates for consistent reporting
- Customising the Gantt Chart bars and colours
- Exporting customised views for stakeholder communication
Module 12: Reporting and Dashboard Creation - Building executive summary reports
- Developing status reports for weekly governance
- Generating to-do lists for team members
- Creating resource usage and allocation reports
- Exporting reports to PDF, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Using copy picture for presentation-ready visuals
- Setting up automated email updates using integration tools
- Designing real-time dashboards for project control rooms
- Linking reports to SharePoint, Teams, and Power BI
- Standardising report formats across the PMO
Module 13: Collaboration and Integration Capabilities - Using Microsoft Project Online for team collaboration
- Assigning tasks to team members for updates
- Collecting actuals and status updates via Microsoft Teams
- Integrating with Project for the web and Power Platform
- Syncing with SharePoint task lists and calendars
- Using OneDrive for secure file sharing
- Creating shared resources in a resource engagement model
- Managing approvals and change requests in flow
- Linking risks and issues registers to project plans
- Building integrated project management ecosystems
Module 14: Portfolio Management and Multi-Project Views - Creating a project portfolio using Microsoft Project Server
- Consolidating multiple projects into a master schedule
- Managing cross-project dependencies and shared resources
- Using resource pools at the organisational level
- Analysing resource demand versus capacity
- Setting up prioritisation frameworks for project selection
- Generating portfolio health dashboards
- Conducting what-if analysis at the portfolio level
- Reporting portfolio performance to executive leadership
- Aligning portfolio execution with strategic objectives
Module 15: Risk, Change, and Issue Management Integration - Linking project risks to task dependencies
- Using custom fields to track risk probability and impact
- Modelling risk responses in schedule buffers
- Integrating change requests with baseline adjustments
- Tracking change logs within project files
- Managing issue resolution timelines and escalations
- Creating contingency schedules for high-risk phases
- Using version control for change documentation
- Generating audit trails for compliance and governance
- Presenting risk-adjusted forecasts to stakeholders
Module 16: Advanced Gantt and Timeline Features - Customising Gantt bars for different task types
- Adding progress lines and baseline comparisons
- Using the Timeline view for presentations
- Modifying Timeline elements: colours, dates, labels
- Embedding Timeline into PowerPoint and email
- Creating multiple timelines for different audiences
- Highlighting milestones, deliverables, and decision points
- Using zoom levels for overview and detail views
- Exporting high-resolution Gantt charts
- Printing large-format schedules for board meetings
Module 17: Quality Assurance and Validation Techniques - Running schedule health checks and integrity scans
- Validating task dependencies and constraints
- Checking for missing baselines or untracked progress
- Reconciling actuals with planned values
- Using project statistics for consistency review
- Conducting peer review workflows within teams
- Applying PMI and PRINCE2 scheduling best practices
- Ensuring audit readiness for compliance projects
- Documenting scheduling assumptions and decisions
- Creating validation checklists for PMO adoption
Module 18: Certification and Professional Advancement - Preparing for the final assessment with practice exercises
- Reviewing key competency areas and mastery indicators
- Submitting your completed project plan for evaluation
- Receiving detailed feedback on your submission
- Earning your Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Verifying your certification via the official portal
- Adding the credential to LinkedIn, résumé, and email signature
- Applying for PMI PDUs and continuing education credits
- Accessing alumni resources and advanced learning pathways
- Transitioning into PMO leadership, consulting, or certification exams
- Identifying resource overallocations using Resource Graph view
- Interpreting overallocation warnings and timing indicators
- Using automatic and manual resource levelling
- Setting levelling options: within available slack, across projects
- Resolving conflicts without delaying the critical path
- Adjusting task scheduling to balance workloads
- Splitting tasks to accommodate resource availability
- Using resource substitution to manage absences
- Creating resource-wise scheduling buffers
- Validating levelling outcomes against project objectives
Module 7: Cost Management and Budgeting - Building comprehensive project budgets within Microsoft Project
- Configuring cost accrual methods: start, end, prorated
- Setting up hourly, daily, and fixed cost rates
- Tracking actual costs versus budgeted costs
- Using cost tables for multi-tier pricing scenarios
- Forecasting total project expenditure using S-curves
- Managing contingency and management reserves
- Integrating cost data with enterprise financial systems
- Generating cost variance reports
- Setting up budget constraints and approval workflows
Module 8: Baseline and Progress Tracking - Setting a project baseline: best practices and timing
- Understanding baseline versus current schedule views
- Saving multiple baselines for comparative analysis
- Entering actual start and finish dates
- Tracking percentage complete and physical % complete
- Using actual work versus remaining work fields
- Updating progress across summary and detailed tasks
- Using progress lines to visualise performance over time
- Handling delayed task updates and catch-up modelling
- Validating data integrity during progress entry
Module 9: Performance Analysis and Earned Value Management (EVM) - Setting up Earned Value Management parameters
- Understanding PV, EV, AC, SV, and CV calculations
- Configuring percent complete and physical measurement methods
- Generating EVM reports: CPI, SPI, TCPI, EAC
- Interpreting EVM trends for early warning signs
- Adjusting forecasts based on performance indices
- Linking EVM data to risk mitigation planning
- Presenting EVM results to executives and sponsors
- Using earned value for governance and stage-gate reviews
- Incorporating EVM into monthly project dashboards
Module 10: Advanced Scheduling and Scenario Modelling - Creating project schedules for agile sprints and iterations
- Modelling hybrid project delivery frameworks
- Setting up alternative scenarios using what-if analysis
- Comparing optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely schedules
- Using task inspector to diagnose scheduling issues
- Modelling fast-tracking and crashing options
- Simulating delay impacts on deliverables and deadlines
- Applying constraints to model external dependencies
- Using placeholder tasks during early planning
- Generating scenario-based recommendations for stakeholders
Module 11: Views, Tables, and Customisation - Using built-in views: Gantt Chart, Tracking Gantt, Task Usage
- Creating custom views for PMO, team, and executive reporting
- Modifying tables to display relevant fields
- Building custom fields for metadata and tagging
- Setting up graphical indicators for status tracking
- Using filters to focus on late tasks, critical path, or high risk items
- Creating auto-filters and highlight filters
- Designing layout templates for consistent reporting
- Customising the Gantt Chart bars and colours
- Exporting customised views for stakeholder communication
Module 12: Reporting and Dashboard Creation - Building executive summary reports
- Developing status reports for weekly governance
- Generating to-do lists for team members
- Creating resource usage and allocation reports
- Exporting reports to PDF, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Using copy picture for presentation-ready visuals
- Setting up automated email updates using integration tools
- Designing real-time dashboards for project control rooms
- Linking reports to SharePoint, Teams, and Power BI
- Standardising report formats across the PMO
Module 13: Collaboration and Integration Capabilities - Using Microsoft Project Online for team collaboration
- Assigning tasks to team members for updates
- Collecting actuals and status updates via Microsoft Teams
- Integrating with Project for the web and Power Platform
- Syncing with SharePoint task lists and calendars
- Using OneDrive for secure file sharing
- Creating shared resources in a resource engagement model
- Managing approvals and change requests in flow
- Linking risks and issues registers to project plans
- Building integrated project management ecosystems
Module 14: Portfolio Management and Multi-Project Views - Creating a project portfolio using Microsoft Project Server
- Consolidating multiple projects into a master schedule
- Managing cross-project dependencies and shared resources
- Using resource pools at the organisational level
- Analysing resource demand versus capacity
- Setting up prioritisation frameworks for project selection
- Generating portfolio health dashboards
- Conducting what-if analysis at the portfolio level
- Reporting portfolio performance to executive leadership
- Aligning portfolio execution with strategic objectives
Module 15: Risk, Change, and Issue Management Integration - Linking project risks to task dependencies
- Using custom fields to track risk probability and impact
- Modelling risk responses in schedule buffers
- Integrating change requests with baseline adjustments
- Tracking change logs within project files
- Managing issue resolution timelines and escalations
- Creating contingency schedules for high-risk phases
- Using version control for change documentation
- Generating audit trails for compliance and governance
- Presenting risk-adjusted forecasts to stakeholders
Module 16: Advanced Gantt and Timeline Features - Customising Gantt bars for different task types
- Adding progress lines and baseline comparisons
- Using the Timeline view for presentations
- Modifying Timeline elements: colours, dates, labels
- Embedding Timeline into PowerPoint and email
- Creating multiple timelines for different audiences
- Highlighting milestones, deliverables, and decision points
- Using zoom levels for overview and detail views
- Exporting high-resolution Gantt charts
- Printing large-format schedules for board meetings
Module 17: Quality Assurance and Validation Techniques - Running schedule health checks and integrity scans
- Validating task dependencies and constraints
- Checking for missing baselines or untracked progress
- Reconciling actuals with planned values
- Using project statistics for consistency review
- Conducting peer review workflows within teams
- Applying PMI and PRINCE2 scheduling best practices
- Ensuring audit readiness for compliance projects
- Documenting scheduling assumptions and decisions
- Creating validation checklists for PMO adoption
Module 18: Certification and Professional Advancement - Preparing for the final assessment with practice exercises
- Reviewing key competency areas and mastery indicators
- Submitting your completed project plan for evaluation
- Receiving detailed feedback on your submission
- Earning your Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Verifying your certification via the official portal
- Adding the credential to LinkedIn, résumé, and email signature
- Applying for PMI PDUs and continuing education credits
- Accessing alumni resources and advanced learning pathways
- Transitioning into PMO leadership, consulting, or certification exams
- Setting a project baseline: best practices and timing
- Understanding baseline versus current schedule views
- Saving multiple baselines for comparative analysis
- Entering actual start and finish dates
- Tracking percentage complete and physical % complete
- Using actual work versus remaining work fields
- Updating progress across summary and detailed tasks
- Using progress lines to visualise performance over time
- Handling delayed task updates and catch-up modelling
- Validating data integrity during progress entry
Module 9: Performance Analysis and Earned Value Management (EVM) - Setting up Earned Value Management parameters
- Understanding PV, EV, AC, SV, and CV calculations
- Configuring percent complete and physical measurement methods
- Generating EVM reports: CPI, SPI, TCPI, EAC
- Interpreting EVM trends for early warning signs
- Adjusting forecasts based on performance indices
- Linking EVM data to risk mitigation planning
- Presenting EVM results to executives and sponsors
- Using earned value for governance and stage-gate reviews
- Incorporating EVM into monthly project dashboards
Module 10: Advanced Scheduling and Scenario Modelling - Creating project schedules for agile sprints and iterations
- Modelling hybrid project delivery frameworks
- Setting up alternative scenarios using what-if analysis
- Comparing optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely schedules
- Using task inspector to diagnose scheduling issues
- Modelling fast-tracking and crashing options
- Simulating delay impacts on deliverables and deadlines
- Applying constraints to model external dependencies
- Using placeholder tasks during early planning
- Generating scenario-based recommendations for stakeholders
Module 11: Views, Tables, and Customisation - Using built-in views: Gantt Chart, Tracking Gantt, Task Usage
- Creating custom views for PMO, team, and executive reporting
- Modifying tables to display relevant fields
- Building custom fields for metadata and tagging
- Setting up graphical indicators for status tracking
- Using filters to focus on late tasks, critical path, or high risk items
- Creating auto-filters and highlight filters
- Designing layout templates for consistent reporting
- Customising the Gantt Chart bars and colours
- Exporting customised views for stakeholder communication
Module 12: Reporting and Dashboard Creation - Building executive summary reports
- Developing status reports for weekly governance
- Generating to-do lists for team members
- Creating resource usage and allocation reports
- Exporting reports to PDF, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Using copy picture for presentation-ready visuals
- Setting up automated email updates using integration tools
- Designing real-time dashboards for project control rooms
- Linking reports to SharePoint, Teams, and Power BI
- Standardising report formats across the PMO
Module 13: Collaboration and Integration Capabilities - Using Microsoft Project Online for team collaboration
- Assigning tasks to team members for updates
- Collecting actuals and status updates via Microsoft Teams
- Integrating with Project for the web and Power Platform
- Syncing with SharePoint task lists and calendars
- Using OneDrive for secure file sharing
- Creating shared resources in a resource engagement model
- Managing approvals and change requests in flow
- Linking risks and issues registers to project plans
- Building integrated project management ecosystems
Module 14: Portfolio Management and Multi-Project Views - Creating a project portfolio using Microsoft Project Server
- Consolidating multiple projects into a master schedule
- Managing cross-project dependencies and shared resources
- Using resource pools at the organisational level
- Analysing resource demand versus capacity
- Setting up prioritisation frameworks for project selection
- Generating portfolio health dashboards
- Conducting what-if analysis at the portfolio level
- Reporting portfolio performance to executive leadership
- Aligning portfolio execution with strategic objectives
Module 15: Risk, Change, and Issue Management Integration - Linking project risks to task dependencies
- Using custom fields to track risk probability and impact
- Modelling risk responses in schedule buffers
- Integrating change requests with baseline adjustments
- Tracking change logs within project files
- Managing issue resolution timelines and escalations
- Creating contingency schedules for high-risk phases
- Using version control for change documentation
- Generating audit trails for compliance and governance
- Presenting risk-adjusted forecasts to stakeholders
Module 16: Advanced Gantt and Timeline Features - Customising Gantt bars for different task types
- Adding progress lines and baseline comparisons
- Using the Timeline view for presentations
- Modifying Timeline elements: colours, dates, labels
- Embedding Timeline into PowerPoint and email
- Creating multiple timelines for different audiences
- Highlighting milestones, deliverables, and decision points
- Using zoom levels for overview and detail views
- Exporting high-resolution Gantt charts
- Printing large-format schedules for board meetings
Module 17: Quality Assurance and Validation Techniques - Running schedule health checks and integrity scans
- Validating task dependencies and constraints
- Checking for missing baselines or untracked progress
- Reconciling actuals with planned values
- Using project statistics for consistency review
- Conducting peer review workflows within teams
- Applying PMI and PRINCE2 scheduling best practices
- Ensuring audit readiness for compliance projects
- Documenting scheduling assumptions and decisions
- Creating validation checklists for PMO adoption
Module 18: Certification and Professional Advancement - Preparing for the final assessment with practice exercises
- Reviewing key competency areas and mastery indicators
- Submitting your completed project plan for evaluation
- Receiving detailed feedback on your submission
- Earning your Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Verifying your certification via the official portal
- Adding the credential to LinkedIn, résumé, and email signature
- Applying for PMI PDUs and continuing education credits
- Accessing alumni resources and advanced learning pathways
- Transitioning into PMO leadership, consulting, or certification exams
- Creating project schedules for agile sprints and iterations
- Modelling hybrid project delivery frameworks
- Setting up alternative scenarios using what-if analysis
- Comparing optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely schedules
- Using task inspector to diagnose scheduling issues
- Modelling fast-tracking and crashing options
- Simulating delay impacts on deliverables and deadlines
- Applying constraints to model external dependencies
- Using placeholder tasks during early planning
- Generating scenario-based recommendations for stakeholders
Module 11: Views, Tables, and Customisation - Using built-in views: Gantt Chart, Tracking Gantt, Task Usage
- Creating custom views for PMO, team, and executive reporting
- Modifying tables to display relevant fields
- Building custom fields for metadata and tagging
- Setting up graphical indicators for status tracking
- Using filters to focus on late tasks, critical path, or high risk items
- Creating auto-filters and highlight filters
- Designing layout templates for consistent reporting
- Customising the Gantt Chart bars and colours
- Exporting customised views for stakeholder communication
Module 12: Reporting and Dashboard Creation - Building executive summary reports
- Developing status reports for weekly governance
- Generating to-do lists for team members
- Creating resource usage and allocation reports
- Exporting reports to PDF, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Using copy picture for presentation-ready visuals
- Setting up automated email updates using integration tools
- Designing real-time dashboards for project control rooms
- Linking reports to SharePoint, Teams, and Power BI
- Standardising report formats across the PMO
Module 13: Collaboration and Integration Capabilities - Using Microsoft Project Online for team collaboration
- Assigning tasks to team members for updates
- Collecting actuals and status updates via Microsoft Teams
- Integrating with Project for the web and Power Platform
- Syncing with SharePoint task lists and calendars
- Using OneDrive for secure file sharing
- Creating shared resources in a resource engagement model
- Managing approvals and change requests in flow
- Linking risks and issues registers to project plans
- Building integrated project management ecosystems
Module 14: Portfolio Management and Multi-Project Views - Creating a project portfolio using Microsoft Project Server
- Consolidating multiple projects into a master schedule
- Managing cross-project dependencies and shared resources
- Using resource pools at the organisational level
- Analysing resource demand versus capacity
- Setting up prioritisation frameworks for project selection
- Generating portfolio health dashboards
- Conducting what-if analysis at the portfolio level
- Reporting portfolio performance to executive leadership
- Aligning portfolio execution with strategic objectives
Module 15: Risk, Change, and Issue Management Integration - Linking project risks to task dependencies
- Using custom fields to track risk probability and impact
- Modelling risk responses in schedule buffers
- Integrating change requests with baseline adjustments
- Tracking change logs within project files
- Managing issue resolution timelines and escalations
- Creating contingency schedules for high-risk phases
- Using version control for change documentation
- Generating audit trails for compliance and governance
- Presenting risk-adjusted forecasts to stakeholders
Module 16: Advanced Gantt and Timeline Features - Customising Gantt bars for different task types
- Adding progress lines and baseline comparisons
- Using the Timeline view for presentations
- Modifying Timeline elements: colours, dates, labels
- Embedding Timeline into PowerPoint and email
- Creating multiple timelines for different audiences
- Highlighting milestones, deliverables, and decision points
- Using zoom levels for overview and detail views
- Exporting high-resolution Gantt charts
- Printing large-format schedules for board meetings
Module 17: Quality Assurance and Validation Techniques - Running schedule health checks and integrity scans
- Validating task dependencies and constraints
- Checking for missing baselines or untracked progress
- Reconciling actuals with planned values
- Using project statistics for consistency review
- Conducting peer review workflows within teams
- Applying PMI and PRINCE2 scheduling best practices
- Ensuring audit readiness for compliance projects
- Documenting scheduling assumptions and decisions
- Creating validation checklists for PMO adoption
Module 18: Certification and Professional Advancement - Preparing for the final assessment with practice exercises
- Reviewing key competency areas and mastery indicators
- Submitting your completed project plan for evaluation
- Receiving detailed feedback on your submission
- Earning your Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Verifying your certification via the official portal
- Adding the credential to LinkedIn, résumé, and email signature
- Applying for PMI PDUs and continuing education credits
- Accessing alumni resources and advanced learning pathways
- Transitioning into PMO leadership, consulting, or certification exams
- Building executive summary reports
- Developing status reports for weekly governance
- Generating to-do lists for team members
- Creating resource usage and allocation reports
- Exporting reports to PDF, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Using copy picture for presentation-ready visuals
- Setting up automated email updates using integration tools
- Designing real-time dashboards for project control rooms
- Linking reports to SharePoint, Teams, and Power BI
- Standardising report formats across the PMO
Module 13: Collaboration and Integration Capabilities - Using Microsoft Project Online for team collaboration
- Assigning tasks to team members for updates
- Collecting actuals and status updates via Microsoft Teams
- Integrating with Project for the web and Power Platform
- Syncing with SharePoint task lists and calendars
- Using OneDrive for secure file sharing
- Creating shared resources in a resource engagement model
- Managing approvals and change requests in flow
- Linking risks and issues registers to project plans
- Building integrated project management ecosystems
Module 14: Portfolio Management and Multi-Project Views - Creating a project portfolio using Microsoft Project Server
- Consolidating multiple projects into a master schedule
- Managing cross-project dependencies and shared resources
- Using resource pools at the organisational level
- Analysing resource demand versus capacity
- Setting up prioritisation frameworks for project selection
- Generating portfolio health dashboards
- Conducting what-if analysis at the portfolio level
- Reporting portfolio performance to executive leadership
- Aligning portfolio execution with strategic objectives
Module 15: Risk, Change, and Issue Management Integration - Linking project risks to task dependencies
- Using custom fields to track risk probability and impact
- Modelling risk responses in schedule buffers
- Integrating change requests with baseline adjustments
- Tracking change logs within project files
- Managing issue resolution timelines and escalations
- Creating contingency schedules for high-risk phases
- Using version control for change documentation
- Generating audit trails for compliance and governance
- Presenting risk-adjusted forecasts to stakeholders
Module 16: Advanced Gantt and Timeline Features - Customising Gantt bars for different task types
- Adding progress lines and baseline comparisons
- Using the Timeline view for presentations
- Modifying Timeline elements: colours, dates, labels
- Embedding Timeline into PowerPoint and email
- Creating multiple timelines for different audiences
- Highlighting milestones, deliverables, and decision points
- Using zoom levels for overview and detail views
- Exporting high-resolution Gantt charts
- Printing large-format schedules for board meetings
Module 17: Quality Assurance and Validation Techniques - Running schedule health checks and integrity scans
- Validating task dependencies and constraints
- Checking for missing baselines or untracked progress
- Reconciling actuals with planned values
- Using project statistics for consistency review
- Conducting peer review workflows within teams
- Applying PMI and PRINCE2 scheduling best practices
- Ensuring audit readiness for compliance projects
- Documenting scheduling assumptions and decisions
- Creating validation checklists for PMO adoption
Module 18: Certification and Professional Advancement - Preparing for the final assessment with practice exercises
- Reviewing key competency areas and mastery indicators
- Submitting your completed project plan for evaluation
- Receiving detailed feedback on your submission
- Earning your Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Verifying your certification via the official portal
- Adding the credential to LinkedIn, résumé, and email signature
- Applying for PMI PDUs and continuing education credits
- Accessing alumni resources and advanced learning pathways
- Transitioning into PMO leadership, consulting, or certification exams
- Creating a project portfolio using Microsoft Project Server
- Consolidating multiple projects into a master schedule
- Managing cross-project dependencies and shared resources
- Using resource pools at the organisational level
- Analysing resource demand versus capacity
- Setting up prioritisation frameworks for project selection
- Generating portfolio health dashboards
- Conducting what-if analysis at the portfolio level
- Reporting portfolio performance to executive leadership
- Aligning portfolio execution with strategic objectives
Module 15: Risk, Change, and Issue Management Integration - Linking project risks to task dependencies
- Using custom fields to track risk probability and impact
- Modelling risk responses in schedule buffers
- Integrating change requests with baseline adjustments
- Tracking change logs within project files
- Managing issue resolution timelines and escalations
- Creating contingency schedules for high-risk phases
- Using version control for change documentation
- Generating audit trails for compliance and governance
- Presenting risk-adjusted forecasts to stakeholders
Module 16: Advanced Gantt and Timeline Features - Customising Gantt bars for different task types
- Adding progress lines and baseline comparisons
- Using the Timeline view for presentations
- Modifying Timeline elements: colours, dates, labels
- Embedding Timeline into PowerPoint and email
- Creating multiple timelines for different audiences
- Highlighting milestones, deliverables, and decision points
- Using zoom levels for overview and detail views
- Exporting high-resolution Gantt charts
- Printing large-format schedules for board meetings
Module 17: Quality Assurance and Validation Techniques - Running schedule health checks and integrity scans
- Validating task dependencies and constraints
- Checking for missing baselines or untracked progress
- Reconciling actuals with planned values
- Using project statistics for consistency review
- Conducting peer review workflows within teams
- Applying PMI and PRINCE2 scheduling best practices
- Ensuring audit readiness for compliance projects
- Documenting scheduling assumptions and decisions
- Creating validation checklists for PMO adoption
Module 18: Certification and Professional Advancement - Preparing for the final assessment with practice exercises
- Reviewing key competency areas and mastery indicators
- Submitting your completed project plan for evaluation
- Receiving detailed feedback on your submission
- Earning your Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Verifying your certification via the official portal
- Adding the credential to LinkedIn, résumé, and email signature
- Applying for PMI PDUs and continuing education credits
- Accessing alumni resources and advanced learning pathways
- Transitioning into PMO leadership, consulting, or certification exams
- Customising Gantt bars for different task types
- Adding progress lines and baseline comparisons
- Using the Timeline view for presentations
- Modifying Timeline elements: colours, dates, labels
- Embedding Timeline into PowerPoint and email
- Creating multiple timelines for different audiences
- Highlighting milestones, deliverables, and decision points
- Using zoom levels for overview and detail views
- Exporting high-resolution Gantt charts
- Printing large-format schedules for board meetings
Module 17: Quality Assurance and Validation Techniques - Running schedule health checks and integrity scans
- Validating task dependencies and constraints
- Checking for missing baselines or untracked progress
- Reconciling actuals with planned values
- Using project statistics for consistency review
- Conducting peer review workflows within teams
- Applying PMI and PRINCE2 scheduling best practices
- Ensuring audit readiness for compliance projects
- Documenting scheduling assumptions and decisions
- Creating validation checklists for PMO adoption
Module 18: Certification and Professional Advancement - Preparing for the final assessment with practice exercises
- Reviewing key competency areas and mastery indicators
- Submitting your completed project plan for evaluation
- Receiving detailed feedback on your submission
- Earning your Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Verifying your certification via the official portal
- Adding the credential to LinkedIn, résumé, and email signature
- Applying for PMI PDUs and continuing education credits
- Accessing alumni resources and advanced learning pathways
- Transitioning into PMO leadership, consulting, or certification exams
- Preparing for the final assessment with practice exercises
- Reviewing key competency areas and mastery indicators
- Submitting your completed project plan for evaluation
- Receiving detailed feedback on your submission
- Earning your Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Verifying your certification via the official portal
- Adding the credential to LinkedIn, résumé, and email signature
- Applying for PMI PDUs and continuing education credits
- Accessing alumni resources and advanced learning pathways
- Transitioning into PMO leadership, consulting, or certification exams