Plan & Schedule Work in Project 365
Spotlight - Microsoft 365 Project - Getting Started
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Course description
This course has been designed to introduce learners to the foundational tools and major concepts of Microsoft Project within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Whether you're transitioning from spreadsheets or looking to centralize your project management workflow, this course provides a comprehensive overview of how Microsoft Project can streamline planning, scheduling, and resource management. You'll explore the platform's role as a Project Management Information System (PMIS), enabling you to consolidate project data, automate calculations, and integrate with tools like SharePoint, Planner, and Power Automate. The course begins with an orientation to the Microsoft Project interface, including a guided tour of the Ribbon and its key tabs—Task, Resource, Report, Project, and View. You'll learn how to manipulate tasks, assign resources, and generate reports using built-in templates. Special attention is given to task and resource views, including Gantt charts, task boards, calendars, and network diagrams. You'll also explore how to use tables to track costs, schedules, and earned value metrics. By the end of the course, you'll understand how to navigate Microsoft Project confidently, apply essential project management techniques, and prepare your project plans for real-world execution. This course is ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their project oversight capabilities using Microsoft 365 tools.
What you’ll learn
- Understand the fundamentals of Spotlight - Microsoft 365 Project - Getting Started
- Work confidently with the core tools and features
- Build toward beginner-level fluency
- Apply skills to real, on-the-job tasks
- Follow best practices and avoid common pitfalls
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