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Our Microsoft Project Desktop Advanced course is for experienced Microsoft Project users who wish to learn some of the software’s advanced features.

On completion of this course, attendees will be able to effectively use more advanced Project features to help them manage and operate multiple projects. Also covered is creating custom filters and groups, calculated fields, customising Project layouts and creating templates to quickly create future project plans.

To attend this course you should have attended our Microsoft Project Desktop Foundation course or have equivalent experience.

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For companies who need to train groups of staff either remotely or in-person.

  • One day course
  • Up to 10 delegates
  • Flexible in-house training dates
  • Face-to-face training
  • In-house or a venue of choice
  • Virtual training option
MEET THE TRAINER

Duncan Dickinson

Duncan has spent the last 20 years training and consulting to many companies on Project Server/Project Online, SharePoint Server/SharePoint Online and the Power Platform; assisting companies to define and streamline their internal project management and document management processes and then setting up the applications to manage these processes.

Combining both consultancy with training, Duncan brings a wealth of knowledge and experience and can present a more accurate view of how the Microsoft products can be used by organisations to streamline processes.

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Full Microsoft Project Desktop Advanced Training Course Content

Custom Filters and Groups

  • Creating Custom Filters
  • Filtering using Calculations
  • Creating Custom Groups

Custom Calculated Fields

  • Creating Custom Fields
  • Project Custom Fields
  • Resource Custom Fields
  • Task Custom Fields
  • Calculated Custom Fields
  • Using Custom Indicators
  • Creating Traffic Light Calculated Fields

Manage Multiple Projects

  • Consolidating and Sharing Projects
  • Resource Pools
  • Sharing Resources across Projects
  • Levelling and Reporting across Multiple Projects
  • Master Projects

Visual Reporting

  • Using, Modifying, and Creating Visual Reports

Tracking

  • Auto Tracking
  • Setting a Status Date
  • Using Status Date to Update a Plan

Project Templates

  • Creating Templates
  • Editing Templates
  • Using Templates
  • Using the Organiser for a Project
  • Using the Organiser for all Projects
  • Using the Organiser for all Project Managers
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Flexible Project Training Courses

  • Online or face-to-face in-house training
  • Individual delegates or group training
  • Flexible dates to fit schedules
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Established in 2008 by a team of knowledgeable training experts, we are passionate about delivering excellent training that makes a real difference.

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All our trainers are qualified and experienced Microsoft Project trainers that will deliver the highest level of training to you and your team.

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Working together with our clients, understanding their needs and desired learning outcomes, to deliver a personalised learning solution.

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