Microsoft Project — 1-Day Foundations
Instructor-Led Microsoft Project Training for Structured Schedule Construction
Develop foundational capability in professional project scheduling using Microsoft Project.
This 1-day instructor-led program provides structured training in Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development, task logic, calendar configuration, baseline setup, and critical path fundamentals. It is designed for professionals who require a disciplined introduction to logic-linked scheduling within Microsoft Project.
Course Fee
From USD $375 | CAD $450
Executive Overview
Effective scheduling begins with structural integrity. Before resource control, performance tracking, or reporting can occur, a project schedule must be logically constructed and validated.
This program focuses on:
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development
Task relationships and dependency modeling
Constraint and calendar configuration
Baseline establishment
Critical path interpretation
The course is self-contained and suitable for beginners or professionals seeking to strengthen schedule construction fundamentals before progressing to resource and performance tracking.
Learning Outcomes
Effective scheduling begins with structural integrity. Before resource control, performance tracking, or reporting can occur, a project schedule must be logically constructed and validated.
This program focuses on:
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development
Task relationships and dependency modeling
Constraint and calendar configuration
Baseline establishment
Critical path interpretation
The course is self-contained and suitable for beginners or professionals seeking to strengthen schedule construction fundamentals before progressing to resource and performance tracking.
Curriculum Structure
Structured Schedule Construction
Microsoft Project interface orientation
Project setup and file configuration
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) design
Task relationships and dependency modeling
Calendar setup (project and task-level)
Constraint application
Critical path fundamentals
Baseline creation and documentation
Applied Exercise:Participants construct a fully logic-linked schedule from a structured case scenario and validate schedule integrity.
Designed For
Project managers new to Microsoft Project
Coordinators responsible for initial schedule preparation
Team leads seeking structured scheduling fundamentals
Professionals requiring foundational schedule discipline
Delivery Format
Live Online (Instructor-Led Virtual)
In-Person (Select North American cities)
Private Corporate Delivery (Customized Cohort Format)
Cohort Size: Maximum 6–7 participants for applied instruction.
Software Requirements
Participants should have access to the Microsoft Project desktop application (Windows environment recommended). Pre-course setup guidance will be provided.
Professional Development Units (PDUs)
This course qualifies for 7 PMI® Professional Development Units (PDUs) toward certification renewal requirements.
A certificate of completion is issued upon successful participation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. This program is designed for professionals new to Microsoft Project who require structured schedule construction training.
Will we cover resource management or earned value?
No. Resource and performance tracking are covered in the 2-Day Intensive format.
Does this include critical path analysis?
Yes. Critical path interpretation is introduced as part of structured schedule validation.