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Microsoft Project Management

Launch your career as a project manager. Build job-ready skills and prepare for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam. No prior experience required.

Beginner Level
4 months to complete at 10 hours a week
Flexible Schedule

Microsoft

What You’ll Learn

Acquire knowledge of project management terminology, methodologies, and best practices in order to apply them effectively in real-world scenarios.

Master the Principle Domains and Process Groups relevant to the PMP Exam.

Use Microsoft Excel for data preparation, analysis, and visualization to gain expertise in developing and managing project schedules.

Demonstrate your new skills with a capstone project using real-world scenarios and prepare for the industry-recognized PMP certification exam.

Skills You’ll Gain

Communication Performance Measurement Virtual Teams Team Management Project Management Excel Formulas Kanban Principles Project Management Life Cycle Procurement Budgeting Project Schedules Project Management Office (PMO)

Shareable Certificate

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Develop Your Specialized Knowledge

Receive professional-level training from Microsoft

Demonstrate your proficiency in portfolio-ready projects

Earn an employer-recognized certificate from Microsoft

9 courses series

The Project Management Fundamentals course provides a comprehensive overview of essential concepts and skills behind project management, leading you through the role of a project manager. There is a focus on the processes and methodologies used to ensure effective project management as well as different approaches to ensure smooth planning and execution to realize business goals.After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Describe the basic concepts and principles of project management • Identify and analyze the different approaches taken to project planning • Discuss the value and benefits that a project management office (PMO) can bring to an organization This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.

In this course, you’ll discover the essentials of project management success through effective team development and leadership. Learn to identify key team stages, build strong teams, and adapt leadership styles for various projects. Whether you're new to project management or an experienced professional, this course offers indispensable knowledge for achieving project excellence.After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Identify the stages of team development. • Discuss the importance of effective team building and leadership to ensure project objectives are met. • Discuss different leadership styles relevant to Project Management This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.

In this course, you’ll learn about the vital role of communication in aligning with the organization's strategic goals and fulfilling its business needs. You'll learn to identify and address cultural nuances, fostering effective communication and collaboration across cultural boundaries to enhance project success. Additionally, you'll explore strategies for ensuring clarity, transparency, and alignment in project communications. You’ll also examine how organizational culture, structure, and governance influence project management decisions and outcomes. By recognizing the impact of these factors, you'll be better equipped to navigate complexities and implement strategies that align with the organization's overarching objectives.After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Discuss the importance of communication with the organization's strategic goals and business needs. • Discuss the impact of organizational culture, structure, and governance on project management decisions and outcomes. • Describe cultural nuances affecting project communications and stakeholder engagements in unique project environments. This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.

In this course, you will apply the processes involved in planning and managing project communications, equipping you with the necessary skills to ensure effective communication within project teams and stakeholders. Additionally, you'll gain an understanding of the processes for identifying and analyzing project risks, enabling you to anticipate and mitigate potential challenges proactively. By mastering these essential components of project management, you'll enhance your ability to facilitate clear and concise communication and mitigate risks, contributing to the successful execution of projects.After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Apply the processes involved in planning and managing project communications. • Acquire skills to ensure effective communication within project teams and stakeholders. • Understand processes for identifying and analyzing project risks. This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.

In this course, you'll learn about Earned Value Management, discover how to gauge project performance accurately, and use this information to make strategic decisions for project success. You'll also learn how to implement PMP formulas, equipping you with the tools to monitor progress and optimize resource utilization across diverse project environments. Additionally, you'll learn to assess project financial Return on Investment (ROI), honing your ability to evaluate project feasibility and prioritize investments to maximize organizational value.This course aligns with the Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate (Microsoft 365 Apps): MO-210 exam, enhancing your spreadsheet skills. You'll focus on managing worksheets and workbooks, managing data cells and ranges, managing tables and table data, and using formulas and functions. After completing this course, you'll be able to: • Describe the process of Earned Value Management. • Implement the PMP formulas project environments. • Assess if a project has a sound financial Return on Investment. This course is ideal for preparing for the PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam and starting your journey towards mastering the Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate (Microsoft 365 Apps): MO-210 exam.

In this course, you will distinguish between a process and principle-based approach to project management, gaining a deeper understanding of the underlying principles that drive successful project outcomes. By differentiating between these approaches, you'll learn to implement principle-based knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques that can be applied across various project scenarios. Additionally, you'll delve into the 12 PMP Principles outlined in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), providing you with a comprehensive framework for guiding project management practices. Through detailed exploration and practical application, you'll develop the proficiency to leverage these principles effectively, enabling you to navigate complex project environments with confidence and achieve project success.After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Distinguish between a process and principle-based approach. • Implement principle-based knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques. • Describe the 12 PMP Principles In PMBOK This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.

In this course, you will learn to apply the 8 Project Performance domains throughout the lifecycle of a project. By understanding these domains, you'll be equipped to effectively manage various aspects of project execution, monitoring, and control. Additionally, you will learn how to implement these domains as an integrated system. You’ll also learn how to tailor your approach, focusing on activities that drive value while recognizing those that may be less relevant in specific project contexts. These skills will help you to steer your projects towards successful outcomes, meeting stakeholders' expectations and delivering tangible results.After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Apply the 8 Project Performance domains throughout a project. • Implement the domains as an integrated system to enable the successful completion of a project. • Recognize each domain well differ from project to project, with some activities proving irrelevant in some project situations. This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.

In this course, you will use Agile principles and methodologies to execute projects and adapt to changing project requirements. Through hands-on learning, you'll implement Agile practices in a project environment, mastering techniques to foster flexibility, collaboration, and rapid response to evolving project needs. By understanding and applying Agile principles effectively, you'll be equipped to drive project success in dynamic and fast-paced environments, delivering value to stakeholders through iterative and incremental development approaches.After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Apply Agile Principles and Methodologies. • Execute projects using Agile methodologies and adapt to changing project requirements. • Implement Agile Practices in a project environment. This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.

In this course, you will learn about the content areas, domains, and structure of the PMP exam, providing you with a solid foundation for exam preparation. Through various learning activities, such as reviewing the PMP Exam Content Outline and discussing the domains, knowledge areas, and question formats typically found in the exam, you'll gain insight into the exam's structure and expectations. Additionally, you'll learn and apply good practice exam techniques to increase your chances of passing the PMP Exam successfully. This comprehensive approach will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to pass the exam and achieve PMP certification.After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Identify the content areas, domains, and structure of the PMP exam. • Review the PMP Exam Content Outline, discussing the domains, knowledge areas, and question formats typically found in the exam. • Apply good practice exam techniques to pass the PMP Exam. This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management.