Microsoft Project – Intermediate
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Microsoft Project Training Pathway
Our Microsoft Project training is offered across three progressive one-day courses – Introduction, Intermediate, and Advanced. Whether you are new to Microsoft Project, building on existing skills, or managing complex multi‑project environments, there is a course tailored to your needs.
All courses can be delivered as is, or we can customise a training program so your team completes the exact topics they need in the number of days that suits your organisation.
You are currently viewing the Intermediate course page, but you can easily explore the other levels using the links below.
- Microsoft Project Introduction – Build a solid foundation by learning how to create projects, work with tasks and resources, schedule effectively, track progress, and produce clear project information.
- Microsoft Project Intermediate (on this page!)- Extend your skills with resource levelling techniques, cost tracking, constraints, advanced views, tables, formatting tools, and enhanced reporting.
- Microsoft Project Advanced – Master complex project environments including custom fields, WBS codes, advanced reporting, project templates, shared resources, multi‑project linking, data export, and automation with VBA.
Microsoft Project Intermediate – Course Overview
The Microsoft Project Intermediate course is ideal for users who know the basics and want to work more efficiently with larger or more complex schedules. In this one‑day session, you’ll deepen your understanding of resource management, cost control, constraints, and reporting so you can manage real‑world projects with confidence.
We focus on practical techniques that help you balance workload, track progress accurately, and communicate project status clearly – especially when projects become more detailed or involve multiple stakeholders.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Resolve resource over‑allocations using levelling techniques and smarter assignments
- Assign and track costs across tasks and resources for clearer budget visibility
- Apply constraints and deadlines appropriately to guide the schedule without breaking it
- Track progress using baselines and updates to measure actuals vs plan
- Work productively with views and tables to find, filter, and present the right data
- Control and protect your data using fields, tables, and view settings
- Format timelines and Gantt charts for clear, professional communication
- Print and share reports in useful, stakeholder‑ready formats
If you’re ready to explore training for your team, you can request a quote, book onsite or online training, or download the course PDF using the buttons on the top right.
Not sure which combination of topics or course levels is right for you? Call us on 1300 667 660 and we’ll help design the perfect Microsoft Project training solution for your organisation.
What You Can Expect From Customised Microsoft Project Training With CTO
When you partner with CTO for onsite or customised Microsoft Project training, you get a learning experience designed specifically for your team. We focus on the skills that matter to your projects, your workflows, and your level of experience — no generic content and no time wasted.
Here’s what our clients value most:
- Training tailored to your needs – whether you follow the full Introduction–Advanced pathway or select only the topics relevant to your business.
- Experienced, engaging facilitators who specialise in Microsoft Project and bring real‑world examples to every session.
- Hands‑on, practical learning that builds confidence and equips your team to use Project effectively the next day.
- A supportive and enjoyable experience — our trainers are known for making complex concepts easy, clear, and approachable.
We bring training directly to your team, ensuring the content aligns with your systems, processes, and project environment.
About Corporate Training Options
For over 30 years, Corporate Training Options has helped organisations across Australia build capability, improve productivity, and get more value from their software tools. Our customised approach ensures your team gains the right skills, in the right way, for long‑term success.
Whether you want a single Microsoft Project course or a tailored multi‑level training program, we’re here to help.
Call us on 1300 667 660 to design the perfect training solution for your team.
Course Details:
About This Course
This one‑day Microsoft Project Intermediate course is designed for participants who are comfortable with the basics and want to manage more complex schedules with confidence. Use the download links on this tab for the official course outline.
Delivery Options
We offer flexible delivery to suit your team and environment:
- Onsite at your workplace – Highly interactive and tailored to your processes, projects, and examples
- Live online training – Instructor‑led, hands‑on sessions via your preferred online platform
- Customised delivery – Pick and choose topics across Introduction, Intermediate, and Advanced to create a focused program aligned to your goals and timeline
All sessions are led by experienced Microsoft Project specialists with real‑world implementation and project management experience.
About the Courseware
Some of the courseware provided is based on the 2016 edition of Microsoft Project. While the version number may appear older, the foundational concepts, scheduling logic, workflows, and core functionality remain fully relevant and accurate across current Microsoft Project desktop versions.
Where version differences exist — such as interface updates, new capabilities, or enhanced features — our trainers will highlight these during the session and incorporate them into the training. This ensures participants always learn the most current, applicable, and practical information for the version your organisation uses. We do hope to update them in the future.
Level:
Training Pathway
Our Microsoft Project program is offered across three levels: Introduction, Intermediate, and Advanced. Each level builds on the previous one and can be delivered as a standalone course or combined into a customised training plan for your team.
Use the related‑course links on this tab to explore the Introduction and Advanced options.
Prerequisites & Requirements
- Introduction: No prior experience with Microsoft Project required. Basic computer skills recommended.
- Intermediate: Participants should be comfortable creating simple projects, working with tasks and dependencies, and navigating core views such as the Gantt Chart and sheet views.
- Advanced: Best suited for experienced users who regularly manage resources, updates, and reporting and are ready for custom fields, templates, and multi‑project work.
Software Versions
Training can be delivered using Microsoft Project Desktop or Project Online Desktop Client. We will adapt examples and content to match your version and environment.
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Learning Outcomes:
The Intermediate course focuses on practical techniques for managing real‑world schedules that include resource constraints, costs, and stakeholder reporting. After this course, participants will be able to:
- Resolve resource over‑allocations using levelling strategies and improved assignment practices
- Assign and track costs at task and resource levels for clearer budget visibility
- Apply constraints and deadlines appropriately to influence timing without breaking the schedule
- Track progress accurately using baselines and updates to compare actuals against plan
- Work productively with views and tables — find, filter, and organise the right data fast
- Control and protect data through field, table, and view settings
- Format Gantt charts and timelines for clear, stakeholder‑ready communication
- Print and share reports in useful, professional formats
These outcomes prepare learners to operate confidently in more detailed project environments and also provide a solid bridge to the Advanced course.
Our Success Program
Effective training delivers lasting results when it’s supported before and after the session. CTO’s Success Program ensures your team can apply Microsoft Project skills in their day‑to‑day work with confidence.
What’s included:
- Customised learning pathways aligned to your roles, project types, and Microsoft Project experience
- Expert facilitators with deep, real‑world project backgrounds and ongoing upskilling
- Hands‑on, practical training that focuses on solving real challenges, not just demonstrating features
- Post‑training support options, including refresher sessions, follow‑up coaching, or progression to Advanced
- A partnership approach to build lasting capability and improve project outcomes across your organisation
Prices:
| Trainees | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 1-3 trainees | $1,650 | per day |
| 4-8 trainees | $1,980 | per day |
| Each additional trainee | $154 | per day |
