Mastering Project Management with Microsoft Project 2019
For project managers, staying up-to-date on the latest project management techniques is key to consistently delivering meaningful results. This Project Management Professional (PMP)® training course will expand your skill set and prepare you for certification.
You will be trained in a number of key areas, including forecasting, risk management, project recovery, and resource allocation. You will also learn how to use Microsoft Project 2019 for tracking and reporting needs. By course completion,...
University of the District of Columbia
Mastering Project Management with Microsoft Project 2019
Details + Objectives
Course code: GES2057
What you will learn
- Advanced project management concepts and definitions
- Project selection and proposal processes
- How to evaluate projects and take appropriate next steps
- How to select, plan, execute, control and complete projects
- Using Microsoft Project to plan, implement, and track project performance
- Identify various Microsoft Project elements and functions to enhance schedule development
- Examining implemented project schedules to assess progress and take corrective action
- Preparing and communicating project information using views and reports
- Identifying how to manage master projects using shared resources
How you will benefit
- Prepare for the Project Management Institute PMP certification exam
- Enhance your ability to secure a promotion, score a new job, and generally climb the career ladder
- Develop greater understanding of the project manager's role in a variety of fields
- Boost critical thinking and decision-making skills that will aid you across industries
- Complete a capstone project to add to your professional portfolio
- Understand Microsoft Project's new functions and features
- Earn training hours for PDUs to maintain your PMI qualified certifications
How the course is taught
- Self-paced, online course
- 9 Months to complete
- Open enrollment, begin anytime
- 270 course hours
Instructors & Support
Nikki Choyce
Nikki Choyce, PMP has been involved in the project management field for almost 20 years and has worked as a consultant and trainer for much of that time. She is a Project Management Professional (PMP) and very active in the project management community. She has worked in a variety of industries, including Information Technology, Insurance, Manufacturing, Marketing, Aerospace, Construction, and Telecommunications. She has worked with Microsoft Project for over 10 years.
Instructor Interaction: The instructor looks forward to interacting with learners in the online moderated discussion area to share their expertise and answer any questions you may have on the course content.
Requirements
Prerequisites:
You should have at least two years of experience managing projects or completing the Project Management Essentials with CAPM Prep course.
Exam Requirements:
In order to sit for the PMP Certification exam, you need to meet one of the following sets of requirements:
- Set #1:
- A four-year degree
- 36 months of leading projects
- 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® Certification
- Set #2:
- A high school diploma or an associate degree (or global equivalent)
- 60 months of leading projects
- 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® Certification
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course must be taken on a PC. Macs are not compatible.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Project 2019 (Not included in enrollment) *Note: Please verify you have access to Microsoft Project 2019 before enrolling due to limited software availability.
- Microsoft Word Online (not included in enrollment).
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:
- A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, 7th edition (PMBOK® Guide)
- PMP® Exam Prep
- Agile Practice Guide
- Mastering Project 2019 Step By Step
The following eBook will be provided to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:
- A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, 6th edition (PMBOK® Guide) (eBook)
Please Note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.