Overview
Fast paced and intense “How-to” for use of Microsoft Project in an industry agnostic methodology. Much information is covered quickly by a professional instructor with tens of thousands of hours of teaching and skilled in the virtual classroom setting.
Why you should Attend
MS Project is a useful tool for structuring, planning and managing projects both within a PMO and independently. This 6-hour bootcamp will prepare the participant to use as a project management tool starting with the initiation of a project through planning, monitoring/controlling to the closing of a project. We will include basic philosophies and look at the powerful features that can help deliver successful projects. A familiarity with MS Project and basic project concepts are useful, but not required for this webinar.
Who should take this Webinar?
- Project Management professionals who are new to the Microsoft suite and MS Project
- Project staffers who are learning project management
- PMO staffers who need to understand the basics of MS Project quickly
- Project Professionals who have used other tools to manage projects but haven’t used MS project for anything but tracking tasks.
Areas Covered in the Session
- Introduction & Demo
- Core Scheduling
- Task Basics
- Dependencies
- Gantt Chart
- Resources & Costs
- Assigning People/Things
- Avoid Overload
- Practice Projects
- Build a Plan
- Add Resources
- Track Progress
- Reporting and Tips
- Dashboards
- Reports
- Templates
Who Will Benefit
- Project Professionals
- Project Managers
- Scrum Masters
- Product Managers
- Product Owners
- Business Analyst
- System Analyst
- Program Managers
Speaker Profile
Allen Evitts is a seasoned project management professional with extensive experience in the field. With a career span of over two decades, Allen has successfully led numerous projects across various industries, including technology, healthcare, and construction. Allen's expertise lies in both traditional and Agile project management methodologies, making them a versatile and knowledgeable instructor.
Allen has a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders. Their ability to organize, communicate, and lead teams has earned them recognition as a top project management consultant. Allen's approach to project management is rooted in practical, real-world experience, ensuring that participants in their webinars gain valuable insights and actionable skills.
In addition to their professional experience, Allen is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and holds certifications in Agile methodologies, including Scrum Master, and in Cybersecurity. Allen is also an active member of the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Allen's passion for teaching and mentoring has led them to develop and deliver comprehensive training programs that empower project professionals to excel in their roles. Their engaging and interactive teaching style ensures that participants not only learn the essential skills but also feel confident in applying them to their projects.
Join Allen Evitts in the webinar "Organize, Communicate, Lead: Essential Skills for Project Professionals" to enhance your project management skills and lead your projects to success!
Instructor
Allen Evitts