Not sure where to start? MPUG has created three different learning paths based on your level of project involvement, developed with YOU in mind! We recommend watching all listed sessions to get complete, in-depth training experience.
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Intermediate
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Expert
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The Beginner Course Path Covers:
- The Fundamentals of Project Management
- What Is a Project?
- What Is Project Management?
- Who are Project Managers?
- Understanding the Project Interface
- Defining the Project Plan
- Creating a Project Plan
- Creating Tasks and Dependencies
- Controlling a Project Plan
- Tracking your project
- Reporting on Projects
- Achieving Goals
- Project Communication
- Key Agile Concepts Illustrated
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The Intermediate Course Path Covers:
- Microsoft Project Do’s and Don’ts
- Scheduling Efficiently with Microsoft Project
- Reporting Best Practices
- Agile Project Management
- Task Types and Effort Driven Tasks Deep Dive
- Managing Projects Using SharePoint
- Managing Portfolios, Programs, and Projects with Microsoft Project
- Communications Using Project Server and Project Online
- Multi-level Project Structures
- Communications and Cognitive Psychology
- Deep Dive into Project 2010/2013
- Forecast Scheduling
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The Expert Course Path Covers:
- Building a PMO
- Customizing Microsoft Project
- Identifying Inappropriate Practices in Schedules
- Benefits and Challenges of Portfolio/Demand Management
- Leading Project Server 2016 Migrations
- Maintaining a Successful PMO
- Enterprise Adoption Strategy
- Communication Problems
- Governance
- Risk Management
- Resource Management
- Sustaining and Embedding Strategy
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Recommended for:
- new to MSP and/or Project Management
- part-time/unofficial project managers
- experienced project managers who need to freshen up their skills
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Recommended for:
- a deep-dive on Microsoft Project features
- to build upon indispensable PM skills
- to improve efficiency and fundamental business practices
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Recommended for:
- practice project portfolio management
- need to enhance their strategic influence
- lead project management offices/teams
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Beginner
| Subject | Version | Course | Parts | Duration |
| Essentials | 2016 | *NEW*Supercharge your Productivity with New Agile, Kanban and Scrum Features and Capabilities in Microsoft Project | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | multiple | Fundamentals of Project Management | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | multiple | Getting to Grips with the Project Interface | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | 2016 | Microsoft Project 2016 Essentials | 3 (2 hrs each) | 6 hours |
| Essentials | 2013 | Microsoft Project 2013 Essentials and Project Online | 3 (2 hrs each) | 6 hours |
| Essentials | 2010 | Microsoft Project 2010 Essentials | 3 (2 hrs each) | 6 hours |
| Essentials | 2007/2003 | Microsoft Project 2003/2007 Essentials | 2 (2 hrs each) | 4 hours |
| Essentials | multiple | Exporting and Importing Data into Project, Excel and Outlook | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | methodology | Delivering Bad News in Good Ways for Your Projects | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | methodology | Key Agile Concepts Illustrated | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | methodology | How to Achieve Your Big Goals in 2017 (and Inspire Others to Do the Same) | 1 | 1 hour |
Intermediate
| Subject | Course | Parts | Duration |
| Essentials | Microsoft® Project Do’s and Don’ts | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Eliminate the Confusion – Deep Dive into Task Types and Effort Driven | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Tips and Tricks for More Accurate Scheduling Using Microsoft Project | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | It’s All About…. Reports! | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Using MS Project for Agile Project Management | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Learn from the MVP: Tips & Tricks with Project 2010/2013 | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Leveraging Project, Project Server and Project Online for Better Communications | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Manage Projects Using SharePoint, Lesson One | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Certificate Series: Forecast Scheduling – Session 1 | 2 (1.5 hrs each) | 1.5 hours |
| Essentials | Better-than-ever Project Plans: Using Cognitive Psychology to Communicate Effectively | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Portfolio, Program, Projects – How to Manage Effectively using Microsoft Project | 1 | 1 hour |
Expert
| Format | Course | Parts | Duration |
| Essentials | Resource Leveling: The Complete Series | 1 (1 hr each) | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Tactical Guide for Building a PMO – How to Run a Successful PMO | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Beyond Macros – Customizing Microsoft Project for Non-Techies | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Migration to Project Server 2016 | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Ask the Scheduling Expert! An advanced session on scheduling pains and issues | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Certificate Series – Project Portfolio Management Masterclass | 3 (2 hrs each) | 6 hours |
| Essentials | Portfolio Management Made Easy with Project Online/Project Server 2013 | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | PMO Strategies and Microsoft Project Server 2013 Configuration | 1 | 1 hour |
| Essentials | Webinar: How To Automate Business Processes with Project Online/Project Server 2013 Workflows | 1 | 1 hour |
More On-Demand Training Sessions:
See a full list of On-Demand Webinars aligned with the PMI® PDU talent triangle.
See all on-demand webinars.
How-To Articles for All Levels of Project Involvement
We suggest using these categories as a guide for key search terms, when using the search bar (located at the top of every MPUG page), when you're looking for webinars and/or articles that suit your specific needs.Microsoft® Project Do's & Don'ts
| Level | Title |
|---|---|
| Beginner | Organizing Project Tasks Incorrectly |
| Beginner | Constraining Activities |
| Beginner | Scheduling Projects as Late as Possible |
| Beginner | Including Summary Tasks in Project Sequencing |
| Beginner | Assigning Resources to Summary Tasks |
| Beginner | Leveling Resources Without Analysis |
| Beginner | Inadequate Baselining |
| Beginner | Use Actual Start and Finish Dates |
| Intermediate/Advanced | Using Elapsed Durations for Team Schedules |
| Intermediate/Advanced | Organizing Project Tasks Incorrectly |
| Intermediate/Advanced | Creating Subprojects |
| Intermediate/Advanced | Use a Simple Program Simulation for Initial Assessment |
| Intermediate/Advanced | Incorrect Calendar Association |
| Intermediate/Advanced | Using Elapsed Durations for Team Schedules |
| Intermediate/Advanced | Creating a Risk Assessment Dashboard: Part 1 |
| Intermediate/Advanced | Creating a Risk Assessment Dashboard: Part 2 |
| Intermediate/Advanced | Use Resource Labels |
| Intermediate/Advanced | Using Hammock Tasks |
| Intermediate/Advanced | Free WebnLearnMicrosoft Project Do’s and Don’ts |
