Professional Development and Software Training for Managing Projects

​Whether you are a Project Manager or someone that manages a task list, ​you can learn to become more ​efficient and save time.
Our Project Management training options are not just for people with the title of Project Manager but for anyone that wants to learn more about managing to-do items and working with a team of people. Project Management is the discipline of using established principles, procedures and policies to manage a project from conception through completion. We can help you piece together the basics of the Project Management Life Cycle: Initiation, Planning, Execution, ​Monitoring and Controlling and ​Closing​.

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​Attend Live, Online Microsoft Excel, Teams, Project Management Fundamentals, and Using Microsoft Apps to Manage Projects Training during our Sale Event!
Live online training is held using an Internet connection so you can attend from anywhere!  There is a Live Instructor leading the class from a remote location. The Instructor can look at your computer to offer help during the class. You will be able to ask questions anytime by talking or chatting.

Project Management Fundamentals

  • Class Dates: Aug 18 2020
$325.00 $295.00
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Course length: 1-day Live Instructor-led Online 9am to 4pm Central Time

Successfully managing a project requires effective planning and adherence to the industry's best practices in every step of the process. By understanding the fundamentals of project management, you will be better prepared to initiate a project in your organization and position it for success. In this course, you will identify effective project management practices and their related processes.

Course Objective: You will examine the elements of sound project management and apply the generally recognized practices to successfully manage projects.

Target Student: This course is designed for individuals whose primary job is not project management, but who manage projects on an informal basis. Also, anyone who is considering a career path in project management and desiring a complete overview of the field and its generally accepted practices can take up this course.

Performance-Based Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • identify the key processes and requirements of project management.
  • initiate a project.
  • plan for time and cost.
  • plan for project risks, communication, and change control.
  • manage a project.
  • execute the project closeout phase.


Course Content

Lesson 1: Getting Started with Project Management

  • Topic 1A: Describe a Project
  • Topic 1B: Describe the Project Management Life Cycle
  • Topic 1C: Identify the Role of a Project Manager

Lesson 2: Initiating a Project

  • Topic 2A: Determine the Scope of a Project
  • Topic 2B: Identify the Skills for a Project Team
  • Topic 2C: Identify the Risks to a Project

Lesson 3: Planning for Time and Cost

  • Topic 3A: Create a Work Breakdown Structure
  • Topic 3B: Sequence the Activities
  • Topic 3C: Create a Project Schedule
  • Topic 3D: Determine Project Costs

Lesson 4: Planning for Project Risks, Communication, and Change Control

  • Topic 4A: Analyze the Risks to a Project
  • Topic 4B: Create a Communication Plan
  • Topic 4C: Plan for Change Control

Lesson 5: Managing a Project

  • Topic 5A: Begin Project Work
  • Topic 5B: Execute the Project Plan
  • Topic 5C: Track Project Progress
  • Topic 5D: Report Performance
  • Topic 5E: Implement Change Control

Lesson 6: Executing the Project Closeout Phase

  • Topic 6A: Close a Project
  • Topic 6B: Create a Final Report​

Using Microsoft Apps to Manage Projects

  • Class Dates: Aug 19 2020
$275.00 $225.00
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Join us to learn how to use Microsoft Apps like Word, Excel, Planner, etc. to efficiently create your Project Plan, Scope Statement, Gantt Charts and more. Microsoft Apps can help you stay organized while managing projects.


1-day class 9am to 4pm central time


Word

  • Table of Contents
  • Index
  • Using Styles
  • Paragraph Formatting
  • Bullets and Numbering
  • Images – Pictures, SmartArt and Drawing Tools
  • Headers and Footers
  • Quick Parts
  • Templates


Excel

  • Tables
  • Sorting and Filtering
  • Pivot Tables
  • Slicers
  • Charts
  • Formulas – Lookup,
  • Conditional Formatting
  • Quick Analysis
  • Data Validation
  • Naming Ranges
  • Templates
  • What If Scenarios


Outlook

  • Working with Appointments
  • Quick Steps
  • Contact Groups
  • Working with Rules
  • Folders


PowerPoint

  • Custom Slide Shows
  • Animation
  • Transitions
  • Charts
  • Tables
  • Graphics
  • Sections


Planner

  • Create a Plan
  • Add Tasks/Assign Tasks
  • Add Buckets
  • View your Tasks
Comments from Project Management Students:
  • Loved her teaching method. Great personality. Took time to answer questions and gave good explanations, Fun and enjoyable class.
  • Well spoken. Very clear yet elaborate in how she spoke.
  • Instructor was fantastic. Great teaching style.
  • Very personable and kept the class interesting.
  • Jolynn was great with her tips based on her many years of experience. I actually asked her if she would tweet her tips! Great facilitator.
  • Instructor was very detailed, excellent material...instructor was really good.
  • Easy to follow along. A lot of info but instructor made it easy to grasp.

All classes are available onsite. Special pricing is available to multiple students for onsite training and custom courseware is optional.
  • Receive 15% off with 3 to 5 students from the same company.  Use Coupon Code 15%OFF when you check out.
  • Receive 20% off with 6 to more students from the same company. Use Coupon Code 20%OFF when you check out.