This advanced course builds on foundational Project knowledge to develop your expertise in executing, monitoring, and controlling projects using Microsoft Project Professional. Through practical, real-world applications, you will master how to execute projects, track progress, manage constraints, generate reports, and customize the software to work with maximum efficiency.
Microsoft Project Level II begins once your project plan has received approval and is ready for implementation. You will learn to execute and update project tasks, monitor and analyze real-time progress, reschedule work when necessary, create customized reports for stakeholders, and adapt the software's features to enhance your workflow and productivity.
Prerequisite:
You must have proficiency equivalent to our Microsoft Project Level I course before enrolling in this advanced training.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Reflect project execution progress within your project plan
- Monitor real-time project progress and identify potential issues
- Manage project constraints and adjust schedules as needed
- Generate customized project reports for communication and decision-making
- Customize project settings and share custom configurations across multiple projects
A. Executing a Project
- Entering task progress and work updates
- Updating task progress through SharePoint integration
- Updating work hours and effort tracking
- Tracking and updating project costs
B. Monitoring Project Progress
- Viewing project progress and identifying status issues
- Adding custom fields to track relevant metrics
- Creating custom views for different stakeholder needs
- Building network diagrams for visual project representation
- Analyzing project plans to identify risks and opportunities
C. Controlling a Project Plan
- Editing the task list and making adjustments
- Rescheduling tasks to address constraints and changes
- Updating baseline schedules to track performance
D. Reporting on Progress
- Formatting and sharing chart views with stakeholders
- Exploring existing built-in reports
- Creating custom reports tailored to your needs
- Generating visual reports for executive presentations
E. Customizing the Application
- Changing project options and system settings
- Creating project plan templates for consistent future projects
- Sharing resources across multiple projects
- Linking project plans for comprehensive portfolio management
Learn more about Microsoft Project Level II at NYC Career Centers.
