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By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Navigate the Microsoft Project 2016 interface and use key project views and tools effectively.
• Create and configure a new project plan with correct calendars, tasks and dependencies.
• Assign and manage resources, including resolving resource conflicts and optimising assignments.
• Track project progress using baselines, updates and task status tracking.
• Generate and interpret project reports and visual views to communicate schedule and performance.

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Why is it beneficial to obtain Microsoft Project 2016 certification?

Earning the Microsoft Project 2016 certification gives project professionals practical, hands-on expertise in using one of the world’s most widely adopted project management and scheduling tools. The course helps learners understand how to plan, organise, schedule and monitor projects effectively using Microsoft Project 2016, enabling them to manage timelines, resources, costs and project deliverables with greater accuracy and control. Participants gain practical experience creating project plans, linking tasks, assigning resources, managing dependencies, tracking progress and generating reports that support informed project decision-making and stakeholder communication.

The programme also develops strong operational project management skills by teaching learners how to build realistic schedules, manage project constraints, optimise resource allocation and monitor project performance throughout the project lifecycle. The course covers essential Microsoft Project features such as Gantt charts, baselines, critical path analysis, resource levelling, calendars, reporting dashboards and project tracking tools - helping professionals improve planning accuracy, collaboration and delivery efficiency across complex projects. Learners also gain exposure to practical project control techniques used in industries such as construction, engineering, IT, manufacturing and consulting.

From a career and compensation perspective, Microsoft Project skills remain highly valuable for professionals involved in project planning, scheduling, coordination and PMO operations. Roles that benefit from this certification include Project Coordinator, Project Planner, PMO Analyst, Project Scheduler and Project Manager. Organisations across industries continue seeking professionals who can effectively manage schedules, resources and project reporting using industry-standard project management tools. In major U.S. markets such as New York, Houston, Chicago and Seattle, professionals with strong project scheduling and Microsoft Project expertise commonly earn between $85,000 – $125,000 per year, with higher compensation potential for experienced project managers and PMO professionals supporting large-scale enterprise or infrastructure projects.

As professionals gain experience managing larger programmes, coordinating cross-functional teams and supporting enterprise project delivery initiatives, career opportunities and earning potential can increase substantially. Community discussions among project management professionals also consistently highlight Microsoft Project proficiency as an important practical skill for improving project execution and advancing project management careers.

This certification helps you stand out by formally validating your ability to create, manage and control professional project schedules using Microsoft Project 2016 - strengthening both career mobility and long-term professional credibility in project management, PMO and operational delivery environments.

About The Trainer

She is a seasoned project management specialist with extensive experience in using Microsoft Project 2016 to plan, schedule and control projects of varying complexity. He brings strong practical expertise in building project plans, managing tasks and resources, linking dependencies and generating reports that enhance visibility and performance throughout the project lifecycle. With hands‑on instruction and real‑world examples, he helps participants build confidence in applying MS Project’s features to their own projects and workflow challenges. Passionate about empowering professionals with essential project control skills, he equips learners to use this industry‑standard tool effectively and efficiently in diverse business environments.

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