Microsoft Project – Project Under the Microscope (PRJ2)

Microsoft Office, Project

You know the basics of working with MS Project, but encounter limits when dealing with non-standard situations, resource overallocations or complex reporting? In our follow-up course, you will gain deeper knowledge for effective project management and master advanced application use.

We will look under the hood of the application and teach you to use advanced functions that remain hidden to regular users. We will focus on in-depth analysis of settings, creating custom fields and views, and efficiently importing or merging data from multiple projects. This course will give you the freedom and tools to fully adapt MS Project to the reality of your projects.

THIS TRAINING COURSE WILL HELP YOU:

  • Gain a deeper understanding of project needs arising from real-world practice
  • Optimize the course of your projects and apply industry-standard methodological procedures
  • Obtain relevant information for high-quality management decisions
  • Handle crisis resource planning
  • Customize MS Project so that it speaks your company’s language

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • Graduates of the basic MS Project course (or self-taught users with a good knowledge of the fundamentals) who want to take their skills to the maximum level
  • Experienced project managers and PMO specialists who manage complex projects, coordinate multiple schedules simultaneously and need advanced tools for resource optimization
  • Project analysts whose role is to deliver accurate data and create custom overviews

COURSE LOCATION AND AVAILABLE DATES



Private training

This course is not scheduled as a public course.
It is delivered exclusively as customised training. The content, duration, date, and delivery format are tailored to the customer's requirements and can also be provided in English.

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Course content:

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  • MS Project Application
    1. Tools for conventional and agile approaches to project management
    2. Cooperation with other MS Office applications
    3. Automation options and how to proceed…
  • Working with the Application
    1. Default and custom (user) views in greater detail, useful perspectives
    2. Detailed analysis of selected settings in Options and their significance
    3. Additional project database fields, custom fields with advanced settings
  • Working with Content, Data Management Efficiency
    1. Importing and exporting data based on mapping, merging data from different projects
    2. Clarity – custom formats and filters with advanced settings
    3. Detailed work with the timeline (and with multiple timelines)
    4. Resource details and resource leveling, uneven work, overtime
    5. Calendars – inheritance in work resource calendars and other useful features
  • Working with the Project and Documentation, Project Tracking
    1. Detailed work with baselines and evaluation, comparing projects
    2. Default reports and creating custom reports
  • Examples, Typical Tasks, Tips & Tricks
    1. Standard paradigms for solving situations, examples related to the topics covered
    2. Project optimization based on the resource chart and leveling…
    3. Dividing the project into the required groups…
Prerequisites:
Knowledge of working with MS Project at the level of the PRJ1 course.
Recommended previous course:
MS Project — Comprehensive Project Management (PRJ1)
Schedule:
2 days (9:00-17:00)
Price per person:
312.00 € ( 377.52 € incl. 21% VAT)

Training and learning environment

IT classroom with desks, computer monitors, and a projection screen at the front.
What does the environment for in-person IT courses look like?We hold training courses in our own classrooms equipped with modern computer equipment for each participant and a large projection screen. Each workstation is fitted with a powerful computer for seamless practical exercises, and the environment supports a calm, friendly atmosphere during training.
IT classroom with desks, computer monitors, and a projection screen at the front.
Do I need to bring my own laptop to the classroom IT course?Our training rooms are fully equipped, so you do not need to bring your own laptop. A modern computer with all necessary hardware and software is ready for you at your workstation.
Sample ICT Pro certificate of successful completion of an IT training course.
Will you receive an official certificate after completing an IT course?Yes, upon successful completion of the training course, you will receive an official ICT Pro certificate confirming your participation and acquired technical skills. You can use it to verify your qualifications or add it to your professional profile.
Exterior view of the COMGUARD office building on Sochorova Street in Brno.
Where can you find our training center in Brno?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the COMGUARD building at Sochorova 38 in Brno. Positioned on the border of Žabovřesky and Komín, the location is easily accessible by both car and public transport.
Exterior view of the Opatov Park office building in Prague, Chodov.
Where can you find our training center in Prague?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the Opatov Park building at Líbalova 1, Prague 11 – Chodov. The location provides a comfortable environment for your education with convenient access.
Fully equipped kitchenette with a coffee machine, microwave, sink, and shelves with cups and glasses.
What facilities and refreshments are available to you during training breaks?Our training centers feature a fully equipped kitchenette for a comfortable break during your courses. The facilities include a coffee machine, microwave, kettle, and a wide selection of drinks and snacks.
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What beverage refreshments are available during your course?A beverage station with a coffee machine, teas, syrups, and water is at your disposal throughout the entire training session. You can enjoy a coffee or another drink of your choice anytime during breaks.
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What light refreshments are provided for you during the courses?During course breaks, participants can enjoy light sweet snacks, pastries, and fruit syrups to mix their own drinks. Fresh water dispenser and plates are also available for your convenience.
Wicker baskets filled with packaged savory snacks, sweet biscuits, and snack bars.
Should I bring my own snacks to ICT Pro training?There is no need to. A wide selection of savory snacks, sweet biscuits, and snack bars is available for you during breaks. Boost your energy for all-day focus right inside the training center premises.
Outdoor wooden terrace with green surroundings by the glass building of the training center.
Can you spend training breaks in the fresh air?Yes, an outdoor terrace is available at our training center. During breaks between learning sessions, you can relax in the fresh air in a pleasant green environment.
Spacious outdoor wooden terrace with seating and views of the surrounding area.
Where can you relax during course breaks?Our training center features a spacious outdoor terrace with seating options. During breaks between learning sessions, you can step outside to relax and recharge in the fresh air.