Project Management Using MS Project 2007
In this two-part program, you'll be introduced to the use of MS Office Project (v2007) to assist in the effective management of projects. This course covers project management techniques used to develop an appropriate list of project tasks and dependencies and work breakdown structure (wbs), assign resources, estimate resource costs, and create budget and control project costs. In addition, techniques to enable effective project and schedule control as well as effective communication techniques, will be discussed. Materials presented in the sessions are supplemented by extensive “hands-on” activities with MS Office Project 2007.
Note: A copy of MS Office Project 2007-Step By Step (Microsoft Press) is included in the course fee.
Project Management Part One
| CEUs | 16 PDUs (for holders of the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification) |
| Cost | $400 for PMI-HVC members $500 non-members |
| Length | Two Saturdays |
| Location | EMU–Livonia |
Part One covers techniques to create the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), tasks and their dependencies and assign resources. While examples are provided, you'll be encouraged to bring in examples for review and discussion. The goal is to help you utilize the knowledge gained in these classes to improve your project management competencies.
2012 dates to be determined.
Project Management Part Two
| CEUs | 16 PDUs (for holders of the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification) |
| Cost | $400 for PMI-HVC Members $500 non-members |
| Length | Two Saturdays |
| Location | EMU–Livonia |
Part Two covers techniques to create and manage the resource cost tasks, create effective budgets along with effective budget control and schedule control reports. Also, given that, in the real world, schedules and budgets may change, you'll also learn effective techniques to assess the impact of budget or schedule change on the overall project. The use of MS Project in management of multiple projects is addressed.
While examples are provided, you'll be encouraged to bring in examples for review and discussion. While examples are provided, you will be encouraged to bring in examples for review and discussion. The goal is to help you utilize the knowledge gained in these classes to improve your project management competencies. It is recommended that you complete Part 1 of this series before taking this class.
2012 dates to be determined.