Introduction to Microsoft Project 2016: Getting Started (PRJ2016.1)

This course offers an engaging introduction to Microsoft Project 2016. As an essential tool for project management, Microsoft Project 2016 helps you effectively plan, execute, and monitor your projects. Designed for company teams and individuals looking to enhance their project management skills, this course will familiarize you with the fundamental features of Microsoft Project 2016 and their practical applications.

We start the course with an exploration of the Components of a Project. You'll learn about the key elements that make up a project and understand the demo and exercise projects used throughout the course, including the Demo Case Study and Exercise Case Study. This foundational knowledge will provide context for the tools and techniques discussed in subsequent lessons.

Next, we introduce you to Getting around Microsoft Project 2016. This lesson covers the basics of starting Project and navigating the interface. You'll become familiar with the Ribbon, including its tabs, groups, and commands, and learn how to hide it when necessary. The Backstage View is also covered, where you'll explore options like Save, Save As, Open, Close, and more. Additionally, you'll get a tour of the Quick Access Toolbar and learn how to customize it to suit your needs. The lesson concludes with an overview of basic formatting, focusing on the Clipboard Group.

Moving on, the Calendars lesson teaches you how to set the project calendar start date, initiate auto-scheduling for new tasks, and set the start date. You'll then learn how to create a custom project calendar and connect it to your project, ensuring your scheduling is tailored to your project’s specific needs.

In the Working with Tasks lesson, you'll discover how to create tasks and summary tasks, enter durations, and schedule tasks effectively. This lesson also covers milestone tasks, linking tasks, and adding notes to tasks to keep track of important details and dependencies.

We then focus on Creating and Working with Resources. You'll learn to use the Resource Sheet, including entering work, material, and cost resources. This section also covers assigning resources to tasks, ensuring that your project plan is comprehensive and well-organized.

The course concludes with the Managing a Project lesson, where you'll learn to view and review your project. This includes making adjustments to the project timeline and calendar, as well as fine-tuning tasks as needed. You’ll understand how to set and view baselines, record progress, and generate insightful project reports to keep stakeholders informed and aligned.

By the end of this course, you'll have a strong foundation in Microsoft Project 2016, enabling you to efficiently plan, manage, and report on projects within your organization. Whether you are training a team or upskilling as an individual, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to utilize Microsoft Project 2016 effectively and enhance your project management capabilities.