Microsoft Project: Learn The Fundamentals Of Project Management
Gain confidence and progress your project management skills with this course. You’ll develop a clear understanding of Microsoft Project aligned to sector best practices. Study flexibly online at your own pace, with content valued by UK employers for professional development.
Overview
What You’ll Learn From Microsoft Project: Learn The Fundamentals Of Project Management
Overview
This Microsoft Project: Learn The Fundamentals Of Project Management is a CPD-accredited online course tailored for UK learners ready to enhance their project management capabilities. It offers practical skills to support your professional development in managing projects with confidence. The course fits seamlessly into your busy schedule, allowing you to study at your own pace.
As you progress, you’ll gain greater responsibility and a deeper understanding of project planning, resource allocation, and progress tracking. You’ll learn to make informed decisions that reflect current sector expectations and professional standards. This course encourages ethical and quality-focused project management thinking.
Designed for professionals aiming to enhance their skills, this course supports practical knowledge growth and leadership potential. Typical learners include project coordinators, team leaders, and managers seeking flexible, online learning and ongoing support. The course combines professional credibility with accessible study methods.
Key highlights:
- Build practical project management skills with Microsoft Project
- Flexible, self-paced online learning tailored for UK professionals
- CPD-accredited to support continuing professional development
- Enhance confidence in planning, scheduling, and resource management
- Learn to track progress and generate insightful project reports
- Develop effective collaboration and risk management techniques
Accreditation & Recognition
This Microsoft Project: Learn The Fundamentals Of Project Management is fully CPD-accredited, ensuring your qualification meets trusted professional standards for relevant fields. It is widely recognised by UK employers as a benchmark for continuing professional development and compliance training. Earn a CPD Accredited certificate to showcase your knowledge and skills
- 100% online, self-paced study with 12 months’ access
- Includes online multiple-choice exam and optional reflective portfolio
- Order a CPD-accredited digital certificate (optional printed version available for £24.99)
- Recognised by UK employers and globally trusted certification
Assessment & Certification
Your progress in this Microsoft Project: Learn The Fundamentals Of Project Management is measured through an online multiple-choice assessment with a 60% pass mark and instant results. Learners can retake the exam for free, ensuring full understanding before completion. Upon passing, you can order a PDF version of the CPD Accredited certificate, verifying your learning achievement and continued professional development aligned with industry knowledge standards. You can also order a hardcopy certificate for £24.99 to boost your credibility and showcase your achievement. This qualification includes no hidden fees and is recognised by UK employers as evidence of structured learning and professional growth.
Who Is This Course For?
- Aspiring project managers seeking foundational skills
- Team leaders responsible for project coordination
- Professionals aiming to improve project scheduling and tracking
- Managers overseeing resource allocation and workload balancing
- Individuals wanting to enhance reporting and collaboration skills
- Those seeking flexible CPD-accredited training for project management
Career Opportunities & Progression
- Project Coordinator: £25,000 to £35,000 per year
- Assistant Project Manager: £30,000 to £40,000 per year
- Project Administrator: £22,000 to £32,000 per year
- Junior Project Manager: £28,000 to £38,000 per year
- Resource Scheduler: £26,000 to £36,000 per year
Key Skills You’ll Gain
- Confident project planning and task scheduling
- Effective resource management and allocation
- Risk identification and issue tracking
- Generating and interpreting project reports
- Using Gantt charts and timeline views
- Managing multiple projects and collaboration tools
Why Study with Royal Open College
Royal Open College is a trusted CPD-accredited training provider dedicated to helping professionals build confidence, leadership, and compliance in the UK job sector. Our expert-led online courses are designed to fit around your lifestyle, giving you the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime. CPD-accredited and employer-recognised qualifications trusted across the UK
Enrol today to develop practical skills, build confidence, and strengthen your real-world understanding with the CPD-accredited Microsoft Project: Learn The Fundamentals Of Project Management.
- Expert tutors with essential real-world experience
- 100% online learning with UK-based learner support
- Affordable, transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Trusted by thousands of UK learners and global professionals
Course Curriculum for Microsoft Project: Learn The Fundamentals Of Project Management
Explore the interface and core features. Understand basic navigation and setup.
Module 02: Project Planning and Setup
Learn to define project scope and timelines. Set up projects for effective management.
Module 03: Task Management and Scheduling
Create and organise tasks. Apply scheduling techniques for timely delivery.
Module 04: Resource Management
Allocate resources efficiently. Balance workloads to optimise project outcomes.
Module 05: Gantt Charts and Timeline Views
Use visual tools for planning. Track progress through timelines.
Module 06: Tracking Project Progress and Performance
Monitor milestones and deadlines. Analyse performance indicators.
Module 07: Managing Multiple Projects
Coordinate tasks across projects. Prioritise and manage competing demands.
Module 08: Reporting and Dashboards in Microsoft Project
Generate insightful reports. Customise dashboards for clarity.
Module 09: Collaboration and Integration with Other Tools
Link Microsoft Project with other software. Enhance team communication.
Module 10: Risk Management and Issue Tracking
Identify risks early. Log and manage issues effectively.
Module 11: Customising Microsoft Project for Advanced Users
Tailor project settings. Use advanced features to improve efficiency.
Curriculum
- 3 Sections
- 14 Lessons
- Lifetime Access
- Microsoft Project: Learn the Fundamentals of Project Management12
- 1.1Module 01: Introduction to Microsoft Project
- 1.2Module 02: Project Planning and Setup
- 1.3Module 03: Task Management and Scheduling
- 1.4Module 04: Resource Management
- 1.5Module 05: Gantt Charts and Timeline Views
- 1.6Module 06: Tracking Project Progress and Performance
- 1.7Module 07: Managing Multiple Projects
- 1.8Module 08: Reporting and Dashboards in Microsoft Project
- 1.9Module 09: Collaboration and Integration with Other Tools Module 10: Risk Management and Issue Tracking Module 11: Customising Microsoft Project for Advanced Users
- 1.10Module 09: Collaboration and Integration with Other Tools
- 1.11Module 10: Risk Management and Issue Tracking
- 1.12Module 11: Customising Microsoft Project for Advanced Users
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Course Features
- Lectures 14
- Quiz 0
- Duration 3 Hours 40 Minutes
- Skill level All Levels
- Language English
- Students 615
- Assessments Yes
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