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Microsoft Project

Unlock the power of project management with our comprehensive Microsoft Project Course!

Microsoft Project

Apply Before

August 11, 2025

Next Start Date(s)

Fees

delivery

Classroom & Virtual

duration

3 days

enrolled students

9,999

Microsoft Project

overview

Course Overview

Microsoft Project is a project management software product. Managing projects can be an arduous task. Project managers need a tool to help with documenting, scheduling, monitoring and managing project work. Microsoft Project is designed to assist a project manager in developing a schedule, assigning resources to tasks, tracking progress, managing the budget, and analyzing workloads. In this course we will look at the installation and use of the software. Paying specific attention to the key elements in managing project outcomes.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the Microsoft Project course, participants will be able to:

  • Create and manage projects in Microsoft Project.
  • Schedule tasks and resources effectively.
  • Track project progress and identify areas for improvement.
  • Generate reports to communicate project information to stakeholders.
  • Use Microsoft Project's advanced features to optimize project planning and execution.

Curriculum

Introduction to Project Management

Getting Started with Microsoft Project

Creating a Project Plan

Resource Management

Scheduling Techniques

Tracking and Managing Project Progress

Advanced Reporting and Analysis

Collaboration and Communication

Best Practices and Tips


Introduction to Project Management

Understanding Project Management Principles

Importance of Effective Project Planning


Getting Started with Microsoft Project

Overview of Microsoft Project Interface

Customizing the Project Workspace

Setting Up Project Information


Creating a Project Plan

Defining Project Scope and Objectives

Creating Tasks and Subtasks

Linking and Sequencing Tasks

Establishing Task Relationships


Resource Management

Defining Project Resources

Assigning Resources to Tasks

Resource Leveling and Optimization

Handling Resource Conflicts


Scheduling Techniques

Task Durations and Effort Estimation

Critical Path Analysis

Gantt Charts and Timeline Views


Tracking and Managing Project Progress

Updating Task Progress

Managing Changes and Revisions

Handling Delays and Issues


Advanced Reporting and Analysis

Customizing Reports and Dashboards

Analyzing Project Data

Visualizing Project Performance


Collaboration and Communication

Sharing Project Information with Team Members

Collaborative Features in Microsoft Project

Integrating with Other Office Applications


Best Practices and Tips

Time-Saving Shortcuts

Avoiding Common Pitfalls

Best Practices for Efficient Project Management



who attends

Right For You

Participants enrolling for this programme will be required to have basic computing skills. Participants who meet the programme requirement should pay the course fee and complete the enrollment form 2 weeks before the programme kick off date.

Requirements:

  • Experienced individuals who manage projects and programs in diverse fields
  • Project managers or individuals who wish to master Microsoft Project
  • Working professionals seeking to change career, job or industry to project related field
  • Job seekers looking to kick off a career in Project Management

Prospective applicants who do not meet the programme requirement but want to join the programme should talk to a career advisor.

Key Program Features

Training

The Microsoft Project training approach employs hands-on learning, which imparts the skills required for specific job roles.

Internship & Projects

The Microsoft Project course provides up to 4 months of internship while working on real work projects, which adds expertise and verifiable work references in the resident country.

Career Development

The Microsoft Project course assists participants in securing a job through the development of a professional profile and job prospecting.

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The P&F Experience

Piston & Fusion Business Academy empowers individuals and businesses to achieve their professional goals through a variety of innovative courses, programs, and career services.

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course schedule

The Schedule For This Course

Piston and Fusion offer the Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates and fees for classroom and virtual online class.

Classroom

Weekdays

Dates:

18th Aug – 20th Aug, 2025

Days:

Mon – Wed

Time:

8:30am – 4pm

Duration:

3 days

Weekends

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Virtual

Weekdays

Dates:

18th Aug – 20th Aug, 2025

Days:

Mon – Wed

Time:

8:30am – 4pm

Duration:

3 days

Weekends

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fees

What It Will Cost

Piston and Fusion offer the Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates and fees for classroom and virtual online class.

STD

₦130,000

STD +

₦160,000

PRO

₦190,000

PRO +

₦220,000

Standard

₦130,000

Virtual Only

Course Materials

PDF

Certificate

PDF

Manual, Cases & Templates

PDF

Mentorship

-

Refreshment

-

Perks

-

-

Additional Services

-

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Ready to Join the Course?

This programme is designed for executives tasked with igniting innovation within their organisations, or who seek to create innovative solutions to a major challenge.

How to Apply:

  • Check the website to select a course of choice and fee.
  • Pay the registration fee and tuition to P&F account domiciled at First Bank
  • DETAILS Account Name: Piston & Fusion Ltd Account Number: 2015242578 Bank: First Bank of Nigeria
  • Complete the enrollment form ONLY AFTER PAYMENT
  • CASH PAYMENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED, ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE TO THE COMPANY’S ACCOUNT.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we may be able to reschedule your course. Please contact our customer support team for more information and to discuss your specific request.


Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate showing that you completed the course.

Practice Manual & Textbook

  • Participants workbook & Exercises
  • Templates for professional practice
  • Local & international case studies
  • Recognized Certification of Completion
  • Branded Personalized programme pack & stationeries
  • Breakfast & Lunch
  • 3 Star Accommodation (Optional – Available on Request)
  • Kindly note all training materials for the Virtual Online classes will be in electronic formats (PDF & MS Word)

The course syllabus covers the following knowledge areas;

  • Introduction to Project Management
  • Project Schedule and Cost Management
  • Installation of Microsoft Professional 2016
  • Explore the project user interface
  • Setting up Microsoft Project
  • Starting a new plan
  • Building a task list
  • Set up resources
  • Assign resources to task
  • Format and Sharing Plan
  • Tracking Progress

The following training materials and resources will be needed for the course, but it will be provided by Piston & Fusion;

  • Student manuals
  • Training slides
  • Stationary
  • Tea & lunch
  • Start a chat with our online career adviser to determine the course suitability for your career
  • Enroll for the course and attend the upcoming training for your preferred location
  • Develop a new CV and update your profile with the new skills you have acquired from the course
  • Prospect employment opportunities for Project Managers

MS Project makes it easy to manage time by offering powerful scheduling capabilities. Users can create project calendars, set time limits, and link project timelines to their existing calendars. The software's features, such as task dependencies and critical path analysis, can significantly aid in time management.

Microsoft Project incorporates the Project LifeCycle, which could help to increase your project management skills, including project planning, task management, resource management, project and file sharing, portfolio management, and business intelligence.

The software facilitates planning and scheduling, task management, and collaboration, providing a centralized roadmap for all organizational projects