Looking to streamline your project management skills? ONLC offers hands-on, instructor-led classes and self-paced On-Demand courses to help you master Microsoft Project no matter your skill level.
A Microsoft Project training course can help you build essential skills and prepare for Microsoft Project certification. ONLC Training Centers offers courses led by professional trainers to get you up to speed quickly and help you master this essential project management software.
Microsoft Project is a versatile and robust project management tool tailored for project managers, teams, and decision-makers. It enables users to create detailed plans, manage tasks effectively, and streamline project schedules. Combining intuitive usability with advanced features, Microsoft Project helps businesses execute their projects with greater precision and efficiency.
Instructor-led Training (ILT) -or- On-Demand
Instructor-led Training (ILT
) classes
are live, interactive, and hands-on. Participate from any of ONLC's nationwide centers or join remotely from your own location
. Our Microsoft Project courses feature online instructors who can see your tasks and provide real-time assistance to boost your skills. Audio is via hands-free device, so students can easily ask questions and join discussions.
On-Demand courses, however, are self-paced and include video tutorials, labs, resources, and exercises. You use your own equipment with 24/7 access for several months. See Microsoft Project classes .
Upskill your project management team with ONLC's Group Training for Microsoft Project and more. Instructors can train onsite, in-person, or virtually for teams at multiple locations. Private training can be customized to fit your goals, schedule, and budget. Learn more and get a quote: Group Training .
This learning course is designed to familiarize you with the basic features and functions of Microsoft Project so you can use it effectively and efficiently in a real-world project management environment. This project management course covers the critical knowledge and skills a project manager needs to create a project plan during the planning phase of a project.
This learning course is taught using Microsoft 2019 software but it is also applicable to users of Project Online and earlier versions of the Project desktop software. Instructors will note any features that are exclusive to 2019. This is an excellent introduction for users of Project 2019, Project Online, or earlier versions of the project management software.
Note: This management course is for anyone who has Project on the desktop, regardless of whether they purchased an “on-premise” edition or subscribed to a “cloud-based” (online) edition. Most project managers and project team members use the desktop application, so that is the main focus of this course. The main features of the online app are presented in an appendix.
Our Registered Education Provider (REP) number is: 3452
This course is worth: 14 PDU's
This course is designed for a person with general desktop computer skills who will be responsible for creating and maintaining project plans. This course will give you the fundamental understanding of Microsoft Project necessary to construct basic project plans. This essential training is ideal for beginner level students because it covers the basics of Microsoft Project.
To ensure your success in this learning course, you should have basic knowledge and skills using the Microsoft® Windows® operating system—preferably the most current version. While you do not need to be an expert, some experience and competency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel®, will be useful when completing the project training course.
NOTE: If you already have a basic understanding of how to use Microsoft Project or are self-taught using Project and want additional practice with project management concepts, topics, and techniques, you should consider the second classes in this series,
Microsoft Project Level 2: Mastering Project (55301)
In this management learning course, you will be able to construct basic project plans using Microsoft Project and will cover a variety of topics. You will:
• Identify project management concepts and navigate Microsoft Project Professional.
• Create a new project plan.
• Add tasks to a project.
• Manage task relationships within a project.
• Manage project resources.
• Finalize a project plan.
• Update a project plan.
• Generate project views to manage a project.
• Create project reports to share a project's status.
• Reuse project plan information.
• Work with multiple projects.
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3/31/25 - 4/1/25 | Live Online from our site or yours. | $795 | ||
4/24/25 - 4/25/25 | Live Online from our site or yours. | $795 | |||
5/12/25 - 5/13/25 | Live Online from our site or yours. | $795 | |||
6/5/25 - 6/6/25 | Live Online from our site or yours. | $795 |
This three-day instructor-led learning course is intended for individuals who are interested in expanding their knowledge base and technical skills with Microsoft Project. The course begins with a quick review of the basic Microsoft Project concepts and leads students through all the functions they’ll need to plan and manage a small to medium-size project, including how to level resources and capture both cost and schedule progress.
It is meant to be a follow-on to our Microsoft Project Level 1 course and provides additional practice with the tool, a deeper exploration of the advanced techniques, and more time reviewing project management concepts important to the successful planning and delivery of projects on time and within budget.
This learning course is intended for novice and experienced project managers, managers, schedulers, and other project stakeholders who need to incorporate the discipline of project management with Microsoft Project 2019.
This class is the second part of our two-part series that provides a complete overview of the main features in Microsoft Project. While there is some review of basic Microsoft Project concepts, this Level 2 class provides a deeper exploration and additional practice with Project. If you are not already familiar with Microsoft Project you should instead consider the first class in this series,
Microsoft Project Level 1: Comprehensive Introduction
Though not required, attendees should have prior experience using Microsoft Project such as what you'd receive by attending our first course in this series: Microsoft Project Level 1: Comprehensive Introduction.
• Understand the discipline of project management as it applies to using Microsoft Project 2019.
• Create a Work Breakdown Structure.
• Identify Task Types & Relationships.
• Define Resources within Project.
• Make Work Package Estimates.
• Create an Initial Schedule.
• Create a Resource Leveled Schedule.
• Create Projects from templates, Excel files.
• Create Global templates.
• Create formulas and graphical indicators.
• The steps to record a macro.
• Format Output and Print Reports.
• Integrate Multiple Projects.
• Set up a Project with a Calendar, Start date, and scheduling method.
• Understand Manually Schedule vs. Auto Schedule.
• Manage multiple projects.
• Be able to create a master project list with shared resources.
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4/9/25 - 4/11/25 | Live Online from our site or yours. | $1,495 | ||
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5/5/25 - 5/7/25 | Live Online from our site or yours. | $1,495 | ||
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6/4/25 - 6/6/25 | Live Online from our site or yours. | $1,495 | ||
6/30/25 - 7/2/25 | Live Online from our site or yours. | $1,495 |
(Applicable State and Local taxes may be added for On-Demand purchases, depending on your location.)
This online, On-Demand (self-study) Microsoft Project course includes hours of instructor video demonstrations, lecture and lab exercises. This learning course covers fundamentals through advanced material and refers to 2013 to 2019 and Office 365 Project Professional. Note: The 90-day access period will begin at time of purchase.
You will need Microsoft Project software or free trial and a high-speed internet connection.
The course is designed to teach project managers how to create, update and manage project schedules with Microsoft Project. Participants will learn how to create new projects, enter tasks, create a WBS, set dependencies, create constraints and deadlines and manage resource assignments. You will also learn how to analyze and manage resources over and under-allocations, set baselines, track and manage progress and generate reports. Advanced topics covering master, sub-projects and resource pools will also be learning topics. We will also go over macros, EVM and advanced dashboard reporting as part of the curriculum. Sharing with SharePoint and managing templates will also be areas of learning in this course.
This course is intended for project, program and portfolio managers who will be working with Project and will be responsible for creating and managing projects and resources with Project. This course does not assume any previous knowledge of Microsoft Project but a basic understanding of windows and other Microsoft applications will be helpful. Familiarity with project concepts is helpful but not required.
Do You Still Prefer a Live, Instructor-led Class?
Already know Project On-Demand training is not right for you? We also offer this course in a live, instructor-led format. For more details, click on the link below:
Microsoft Project Instructor-led Training
After completing this course, students will be able to:
• Explore the Project Environment
• Getting Started with Microsoft Project
• Modifying and Organizing a Task list
• Shaping the schedule
• Modifying Task Dependencies
• Working with Calendars
• Using Project Resources
• Entering Project Costs
• Task Type Settings
• Resolving Resource Over-allocations
• Setting Constraints and Deadlines
• Tracking Project Progress
• Reporting in Project
• Customizing the Project Environment
• Creating and Managing custom Fields, Tables and Views
• Importing and Exporting Project Data
• Managing Project Templates and Sharing with SharePoint
• Working with Master Projects, Sub-Projects and Resource Pools
• Advanced Dashboard & Visual Reporting
• Tracking and Analyzing EVM
• Automating with Macros
• Advanced Customizations with Project
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Project On-Demand: Microsoft Project Complete (Fundamentals-Advanced) | $995 |
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Along with outstanding training, attendees in our public, live instructor-led classes have these options and benefits:
Microsoft Project can have a learning curve, especially for those new to project management tools. However, with the right training and practice, most users can become comfortable with its features. The software's interface is similar to other Microsoft Office products, which makes it more intuitive for those familiar with tools like Excel or Word. Beginners may find some of the advanced features complex, but structured training and tutorials can simplify the learning process.
The time it takes to learn Microsoft Project depends on your prior experience and the depth of knowledge you wish to achieve. For beginners, it may take a few days to grasp the basics, while mastering more advanced features could take a few weeks to a few months. Many training courses offer structured learning paths that can guide you to proficiency within a specific timeframe.
Microsoft Project training courses are ideal for project managers, team leads, business analysts, and anyone involved in planning and executing projects. Whether you are a beginner looking to enter the field of project management or an experienced professional seeking to refine your skills, Microsoft Project training can help you gain the expertise needed to manage projects more effectively.
To choose the right Microsoft Project training course, consider your current experience level, professional goals, and the specific features of Microsoft Project you need to learn. Beginners might look for courses that cover the basics, while more experienced users may seek advanced training that focuses on complex project management techniques or integration with other tools. Additionally, check if the course offers hands-on practice, certification opportunities, and flexibility in learning (online vs. in-person).
There are generally no particular prerequisites for taking a Microsoft Project training course, especially at the beginner level. However, having a basic understanding of project management concepts and experience with other Microsoft Office tools, like Excel, can be helpful. Advanced courses may require familiarity with the software's core features.
Yes, Microsoft Project training is available for beginners. These courses typically cover the fundamentals, such as creating project plans, scheduling tasks, assigning resources, and tracking project progress. Beginner courses are designed to help new users understand the core features of Microsoft Project and how to apply them in real-world scenarios.
Job roles that often require Microsoft Project skills include project managers, program managers, team leads, project coordinators, business analysts, and operations managers. Additionally, professionals in fields like construction, IT, engineering, and marketing can benefit from knowing how to use Microsoft Project to plan and manage their projects effectively.
Learning Microsoft Project can significantly boost your career by equipping you with essential project management skills. Whether you are a project manager, team leader, or business analyst, mastering Microsoft Project helps you efficiently plan, track, and manage projects, leading to better project outcomes. Additionally, proficiency in Microsoft Project is a valuable skill that can set you apart in the job market, making you a more attractive candidate for roles in project management and related fields.
Though Microsoft Project certification can no longer be obtained (Microsoft retired Exam 74-343: Managing Projects as of July 31, 2019), ONLC provides training for other project management certifications programs like CompTIA Project+ and PMP PMI®.
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