Project planning management using MS Project

Introduction

The Project Planning Management using MS Project course is a specialized training program designed to equip participants with the skills to efficiently manage and plan projects using one of the most important global tools in this field, Microsoft Project. This course is structured to provide participants with practical skills and the necessary knowledge to create accurate project plans, track progress, and manage resources effectively.

Course Objectives

1. Understand the fundamental principles of project management using MS Project.
2. Enhance participants’ skills in project planning and scheduling.
3. Enable participants to manage resources and tasks effectively.
4. Develop the ability to track project progress and analyze deviations.
5. Prepare participants to use MS Project as a primary tool for project management.

Course Modules

Lecture 1: Introduction to Project Management and MS Project

• Definition and importance of project management.
• Overview of the MS Project interface and its key tools.
• Creating a new project and setting up basic configurations.
• Case studies on project planning.

Lecture 2: Project Planning and Task Scheduling

• Adding and organizing tasks using the Task List.
• Defining task sequences and relationships (such as Finish-to-Start and Start-to-Start).
• Setting up schedules using the Gantt Chart.
• Practical applications for task scheduling.

Lecture 3: Resource Management and Allocation

• Adding resources (human, material, financial) to the project.
• Assigning resources to tasks and managing work hours.
• Analyzing workload using Resource Sheet and Resource Usage.
• Case studies on resource management.

Lecture 4: Tracking Project Progress and Managing Changes

• Updating project status and entering actual data.
• Analyzing deviations between the actual plan and the Baseline.
• Managing changes in project scope and scheduling.
• Practical applications for tracking project progress.

Lecture 5: Project Reporting and Data Analysis

• Creating visual reports using Dashboards and Reports.
• Analyzing project data using Filters and Grouping.
• Exporting data to other programs like Excel.
• General review of key project management concepts using MS Project.

Target Audience

• Project managers and project teams.
• Planning engineers and operations management professionals.
• Anyone interested in improving their project management skills using MS Project.
• Individuals keen on learning modern project planning tools.