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Microsoft Project Basics

Gain practical, beginner‑friendly skills for creating and managing project schedules and resources using Microsoft Project.

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Course Overview

This introductory course teaches the core functions of Microsoft Project for project planning and scheduling. Learners receive step-by-step instruction in building project files, creating and modifying task lists, assigning resources, and tracking progress. The course emphasizes practical skills for organizing schedules, managing workloads, and generating reports using Microsoft Project.

Course Format

This 3 hour self-paced course offers a dynamic and engaging learning experience, combining interactive elements such as games, flashcards, video content, real-world case studies, and curated readings. Participants have the flexibility to progress at their own pace, while interactive games and quizzes reinforce key concepts and track progress. Participants have 90 days of access per course, with progress tracked through interactive elements.  Flashcards, expert-led videos, real-world case studies, and carefully curated readings deepen knowledge.

This course is part of the Microsoft Project program.

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$225

Course Details

Units 0.3 CEUs / 3 PDUs

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What You’ll Learn

After successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define key project‑management terms and Microsoft Project concepts, and navigate core tabs and views within the application.

  • Create a new project from scratch and build, modify, and organize task lists using both manual and automatic scheduling.

  • Apply calendar tools and scheduling functions to structure timelines, assign task durations, and manage overall project flow.

  • Use task views, the timeline, zoom tools, formatting options, hyperlinks, and Gantt chart customization to present project data effectively.

  • Generate, customize, and prepare a range of project reports and printed materials using built‑in and user‑defined templates.

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Calie Waterman
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IT Project Manager III, Standard Insurance Company

Calie Waterman is an experienced Project Manager with a demonstrated history of leading and delivering complex projects in both IT and business environments since early 2019. Her background includes managing large-scale software implementations, IT infrastructure upgrades, and business process improvements, showcasing her ability to manage diverse project environments while employing a mix of methodologies to ensure adaptive and efficient project execution. Her professional experience allows her to effectively integrate technology with business needs, fostering collaborative environments that drive projects to successful completion and achieve results.