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    What Is Microsoft Project Training and Who Is It For?UntitledYour Practical Path to Confident Scheduling

    Microsoft Project Training is a practical, hands-on course that teaches you to plan, schedule, resource and track projects using Microsoft Project, the industry-leading scheduling software from Microsoft Corporation. It turns spreadsheets and guesswork into structured, dependency-linked plans you can control, baseline and report on with confidence. The course runs at two levels. Fundamentals is a 2-day (16 hour) programme for new or occasional users covering project setup, work breakdown structures, task dependencies, the critical path, resources, baselines and progress tracking. Advanced is a 3-day (24 hour) programme for experienced users covering resource levelling, cost management, Earned Value, custom views and reports, and master projects for multi-project work. Delivered across the country, Microsoft Project Training in New Zealand suits project managers, coordinators, planners and PMO professionals who want proven software proficiency they can apply the day they return to work. The skills map directly to how PMBOK Guide, PRINCE2, Critical Path Method and Earned Value practices are put into action, so the training complements any project methodology. Every session is built around live exercises using realistic project scenarios, so you learn by doing, not just watching.

    What Is Microsoft Project Training and Who Is It For?Your Practical Path to Confident Scheduling

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    BenefitsOf Learning Microsoft Project

    Where Project Skills Take Your CareerRoles, Demand and Pay in Aotearoa

    Microsoft Project proficiency is a practical differentiator across New Zealand's project economy, from construction and civil infrastructure to government, IT, energy and financial services. With more than 12,500 initiatives in the national pipeline and over $71.2 billion of infrastructure under construction, employers need people who can build, control and report on schedules with confidence. Demand runs from project coordinators and planners through to project managers and PMO leads, and the market is short of experienced talent, so here is what it is telling us right now.

    What Is Driving Demand for Project Scheduling Skills in New Zealand

    Microsoft Project skills are practical leverage in a delivery-hungry market. Join the professionals who plan, control and report on projects with confidence. Start your training today.

    Your New Zealand Skills Transformation

    From Manual Tracking to Confident Project Control

    Your Before and After with Microsoft Project

    New Zealand's project pipeline is growing across infrastructure, technology and the public sector, and employers increasingly separate people who can control a schedule from those who only contribute to one. Here is which side of that line you want to be on.

    Sources: Glassdoor, Seek, Indeed, SalaryExpert (New Zealand) 2026.

    Module 1: Introduction to MS Project

    • Interface and navigation
    • Project files and templates
    • Views and tables

    Module 2: Project Creation

    • Starting new project
    • Setting up project information
    • Calendars in MS project
    • Create custom calendar

    Module 3: Project Planning

    • Creating a new project
    • Defining project properties
    • Setting up tasks and dependencies
    • Creating a project schedule
    • Identifying and managing project risks

    Module 4: Tracking and Reporting Progress

    • Tracking project progress and status
    • Updating project schedules
    • Creating and customizing reports
    • Analyzing project data

    Module 5: Resource Management

    • Adding resources to a project
    • Assigning resources to tasks
    • Tracking resource utilization
    • Analyzing resource costs and availability

    Module 6: Functions of Microsoft Project

    • Developing plans
    • Assigning resources to tasks
    • Tracking progress
    • Managing budgets
    • Analyzing workload

    Module 7: Building Project Plans with Microsoft Project

    • Creating a new project file
    • Defining tasks and task dependencies
    • Creating and customizing project calendars
    • Estimating task durations
    • Analyzing the project schedule

    Module 8: Working with Costs and Budgets using Microsoft Projects

    • Understanding the relationship between cost, budget, and project scope
    • Creating and modifying project budgets
    • Assigning cost resources to tasks and tracking costs
    • Analyzing project costs and variances
    • Creating and customizing cost and budget reports
    • Understanding earned value analysis and how it relates to project costs and progress tracking

    Module 9: Advanced Features

    • Customizing views and fields
    • Working with multiple projects
    • Using macros and templates
    • Customizing project settings and options

    Course Curriculumof the Microsoft Project Training

    The online Microsoft Project training curriculum in the New Zealand is structured across nine modules, taking learners from foundational interface navigation through to advanced project management features and real-world application.

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    Skills You Will Build in Microsoft ProjectPractical Command of the Core Features

    This course builds the practical scheduling, resourcing and reporting skills you can apply the day you return to work. By the end you can plan a project end to end, control it against a baseline, and turn project data into reports leaders act on.

    Build Structured Project Schedules

    Create projects from scratch, configure calendars, and build a work breakdown structure with summary tasks, subtasks, milestones and realistic durations that roll up cleanly.

    Link Tasks and Read the Critical Path

    Connect work with Finish-to-Start, Start-to-Start, Finish-to-Finish and Start-to-Finish dependencies, apply lag and lead time, and interpret the critical path and float to manage schedule risk.

    Assign and Balance Resources

    Set up work, material and cost resources, assign them with the right units, spot over-allocation, and apply resource levelling so your plan is realistic and deliverable.

    Baseline, Track and Report Progress

    Set a project baseline, record actual progress with percent complete and actuals, use the Tracking Gantt, analyse variance, and generate built-in status reports for stakeholders.

    Manage Costs and Earned Value

    Plan and track costs, work with budget resources, and calculate Earned Value metrics including BCWS, BCWP, ACWP, SPI and CPI to measure and report project performance.

    Tailor Views and Manage Multiple Projects

    Create custom fields, views, tables, filters and visual reports, and consolidate subprojects into master projects with cross-project links and Microsoft 365 integration.

    Who Should TakeMicrosoft Project Training in New Zealand?

    Project Managers

    Project Coordinators

    Team Members involved in project delivery

    Business Analysts

    IT Professionals

    Program Managers

    Operations Managers

    Professionals transitioning into project management roles

    Who Can Take This Certification Training

    Microsoft Project Training Modesfor Professionals and Teams

    We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer self-paced learning or a structured, corporate, instructor-led experience, choose the option that best supports your skill development journey through the Best Microsoft Project online training options available.

    Microsoft Project Live Virtual Training

    • Live online instructor-led sessions

    • Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    • Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    • Practice assessments and revision support

    • Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    • Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    • Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    • Access from any location with internet connectivity

    NZD 1650

    Attend fully interactive Microsoft Project training online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences.

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    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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    Microsoft Project Classroom Training

    • Instructor-led classroom sessions

    • Interactive discussions and group activities

    • Real-world examples and practical exercises

    • Structured learning with fixed schedules

    • Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

    • Practice assessments and knowledge checks

    • Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

    • Immediate trainer feedback and support

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    Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This classroom Microsoft Project training format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

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    Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

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    Microsoft Project Corporate Group Training

    • Customized training aligned to organizational goals

    • Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended

    • Scheduling tailored to business availability

    • Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions

    • Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable

    • Dedicated coordination and administrative support

    • Consistent learning experiences across teams

    • Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

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    Designed for organizations that want to build capabilities at scale, standardize knowledge, and support workforce development through customized team learning initiatives and Microsoft Project corporate training for employees.

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    Best For: Organizations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent training across teams.

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    Microsoft Project Focused 1-to-1 Training

    • One-to-one instructor attention

    • Customized learning plans and objectives

    • Flexible scheduling based on availability

    • Personalized feedback and coaching

    • Additional focus on challenging topics

    • Targeted practice and revision support

    • Faster clarification of questions and concepts

    • Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

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    Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions delivered by our Microsoft Project training institute.

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    Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.

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    Microsoft Project Live Virtual Training

    Microsoft Project Live Virtual Training

    Live online instructor-led sessions

    Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    Practice assessments and revision support

    Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    Access from any location with internet connectivity

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    NZD 1650

    Please Note:Attend fully interactive Microsoft Project training online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences.

    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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    Why Choose Invensis Learning in New Zealand?Trusted Project Training for Teams

    Invensis Learning delivers practical, instructor-led Microsoft Project training for individual professionals and organisations that want reliable, on-the-job scheduling capability. Our sessions combine experienced trainers, hands-on exercises and structured courseware, so you learn by building real schedules rather than watching slides. Whether you enrol as an individual or arrange group training for your team, you get a professional learning experience focused on practical understanding, real-world application and measurable skills you can use straight away.

    • Experienced trainers with real project scheduling and delivery expertise
    • Hands-on, exercise-led sessions using realistic project scenarios
    • Fundamentals and Advanced levels to match your experience
    • Flexible live virtual, classroom and onsite delivery across New Zealand
    • Structured courseware and practical resources you keep and reuse
    • Customised group training aligned to your project templates and standards
    • Dedicated learner support before, during and after the course
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    Microsoft Project Training Locations in New ZealandInstructor-led in-person Classroom training is available for group batches. All other public cohorts are delivered as Instructor-led Live Virtual. See available cohorts

    Microsoft Project Training Location in New Zealand

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    Microsoft Project Training Location in New Zealand

    Rosewood Matakauri, 569 Glenorchy-Queenstown Road, Closeburn 9371, New Zealand

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    Microsoft Project Corporate TrainingFor Your New Zealand Teams

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    • Suitable for small, medium and large project teams
    • Customised schedules that fit your team's availability
    • Flexible onsite, live virtual, hybrid or blended delivery
    • Trainers with practical scheduling and industry experience
    • Exercises built around your own project templates and reporting standards
    • Dedicated coordination and learner support for group programmes
    • Scalable delivery for teams across New Zealand and beyond

    Trusted by Leading New Zealand Organisations

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    What Our Learners Say

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    Finally in Control of My Schedules

    "I came in tracking projects on spreadsheets and left able to build a proper dependency-linked schedule. The hands-on exercises on the critical path and resource levelling were exactly what my role needed."

    Aroha Wiremu

    Project Coordinator

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    Advanced Level Was Worth Every Hour

    "The Advanced level took my reporting to another level. Earned Value, custom views and master projects all clicked, and I now produce status reports our leadership actually reads and acts on."

    Daniel Thompson

    Infrastructure Planner

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    Practical from Day One

    "Practical, well paced and grounded in real scenarios. Within a week I was using baselines and the Tracking Gantt on a live project. The trainer answered every question clearly."

    Mere Tipene

    IT Project Manager

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    Standardised Our Whole Team

    "We ran the onsite programme for our delivery team and it standardised how everyone builds and baselines schedules. Our project reporting is now consistent and far easier to compare across programmes."

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    PMO Lead, Infrastructure Sector

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    Tailored Training That Stuck

    "Invensis Learning tailored the sessions around our own project templates, so the skills transferred straight into our work. Coordination was smooth and the team came away genuinely more capable."

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    Frequently Asked QuestionsHere's everything you may ask...

    Microsoft Project Training is a practical, hands-on course that teaches you to plan, schedule, resource and track projects using Microsoft Project, the scheduling software from Microsoft Corporation. It runs at two levels: Fundamentals for new or occasional users and Advanced for experienced users, with live exercises throughout.

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    What is Microsoft Project Training?

    Microsoft Project Training is a practical, hands-on course that teaches you to plan, schedule, resource and track projects using Microsoft Project, the scheduling software from Microsoft Corporation. It runs at two levels: Fundamentals for new or occasional users and Advanced for experienced users, with live exercises throughout.

    Who should take this Microsoft Project course?

    The course suits project managers, coordinators, planners, PMO professionals and anyone responsible for planning or reporting on projects. Fundamentals is ideal if you are new to the software, while Advanced fits experienced users who want to master resource levelling, Earned Value, custom reporting and multi-project management.

    Should I take the Fundamentals or Advanced level?

    Choose Fundamentals if you are new to Microsoft Project or use it occasionally and want a solid grounding in scheduling, resources, baselines and tracking. Choose Advanced if you already use the tool regularly and want to master resource levelling, cost and Earned Value, custom views and master projects. You can take either independently or in sequence.

    Is learning Microsoft Project worth it in New Zealand?

    Yes. New Zealand has more than 12,500 initiatives in its infrastructure pipeline and a shortage of experienced planners and project managers, so proven scheduling skills are a practical advantage. The capability applies across construction, infrastructure, IT, government and financial services roles.

    What is Microsoft Project used for?

    Microsoft Project is used to plan, schedule, resource and track projects. Teams use it to build work breakdown structures and Gantt charts, set dependencies and the critical path, assign resources, baseline plans, track progress against plan, manage costs and Earned Value, and generate project status reports.

    Pricing

    How much does Microsoft Project Training cost in New Zealand?

    Fees depend on the level you choose, the delivery format and group size, so pricing is available on request. Fundamentals is a 2-day programme and Advanced is a 3-day programme, and both are offered as public or corporate sessions. Contact a learning advisor for a current quote.

    What is included in the course fee?

    The fee includes instructor-led sessions, structured courseware and learning resources, hands-on exercises using realistic project scenarios, and learner support. On completing the programme you also receive a course completion certificate from Invensis Learning.

    Do I need to buy the Microsoft Project software separately?

    Yes. Microsoft Project is a separate commercial product from Microsoft Corporation, and you should have it installed and accessible on your device for the training. Ask your advisor whether a trial licence is available for the sessions or whether you need to arrange your own licence.

    Do you offer group or corporate pricing?

    Yes. We offer corporate group training with customised schedules and volume-based pricing for delivery teams, PMOs and business units. Onsite and live virtual delivery are both available across New Zealand. Contact us for a tailored group quote.

    What payment options are available?

    We accept major credit and debit cards and bank transfers, and can arrange invoicing for corporate bookings. Speak with a learning advisor to choose the option that suits you.

    Assessment

    Does the course include an exam or certification?

    No. Microsoft Project Training is a practical skills course with no examination and no formal credential from an awarding body. Learning is reinforced through hands-on exercises throughout, and you receive a course completion certificate from Invensis Learning.

    Will I receive a certificate after the training?

    Yes. After completing the programme you receive a course completion certificate from Invensis Learning, confirming the practical Microsoft Project skills you have built. The skills are immediately applicable and do not expire.

    How is learning reinforced without a test?

    Every module is delivered with live Microsoft Project exercises using realistic project scenarios. You follow along and build real schedules as each feature is demonstrated, so you develop genuine proficiency through practice rather than through a formal assessment.

    Do I need Microsoft Project installed before attending?

    Yes. You should have Microsoft Project installed and accessible on your device before the training so you can complete the hands-on exercises. Confirm software access with your advisor, including whether a trial licence is available for the sessions.

    Do I need prior experience to join?

    For Fundamentals, no prior experience is needed, though basic familiarity with Windows and Microsoft Office helps. For Advanced, you should have completed Fundamentals or have equivalent hands-on experience using Microsoft Project.

    Course Content

    What does the Fundamentals level cover?

    Fundamentals covers project setup and calendars, building the work breakdown structure, task dependencies and the critical path, work, material and cost resources, over-allocation, and setting baselines to track progress and report variance. It is a 2-day, 16-hour programme.

    What does the Advanced level cover?

    Advanced covers task types and advanced scheduling, resource pools and levelling, cost management and Earned Value, custom fields, views, filters and reports, and master projects with subprojects and cross-project links. It is a 3-day, 24-hour programme for experienced users.

    How long is each level of the training?

    Fundamentals runs over 2 days (16 hours total) and Advanced runs over 3 days (24 hours total). Both are available as full-day sessions or extended half-day formats. Ask your advisor about the current schedule options that suit you.

    Which version of Microsoft Project is used?

    The training uses a current, supported version of Microsoft Project. The skills apply across Microsoft Project Standard and Professional on the desktop, and Microsoft Project Online as part of Microsoft 365. Confirm the exact version used with your advisor before the session.

    Are the sessions hands-on?

    Yes. Both levels are built around live, instructor-led exercises using realistic project scenarios. You work in Microsoft Project alongside the trainer as each feature is demonstrated, which is how you build practical, on-the-job proficiency.

    Enrollment

    How do I enrol in the Microsoft Project course?

    You can enrol through the Invensis Learning website. Choose your level and preferred format, complete your booking, and you will receive access to schedules, courseware and learning resources. Talk to a learning advisor if you would like help choosing the right level.

    What training formats are available?

    The course is available as live virtual instructor-led training, in-person classroom training, and onsite corporate group training. You can choose the format that best fits your schedule and learning preference, with delivery available across New Zealand.

    When are the next sessions?

    We run regular scheduled sessions for both levels, plus corporate dates arranged to suit your team. See upcoming schedules on the website or contact a learning advisor for the next available dates in your preferred format.

    Can I reschedule my booking?

    Yes. Flexible options let you reschedule or transfer to another session where seats allow. Contact our support team to arrange a change and confirm the terms that apply to your booking.

    Do you offer onsite training for teams in New Zealand?

    Yes. We deliver onsite and live virtual group training for teams anywhere in New Zealand, tailored to your project templates and reporting standards. It is an efficient way to upskill a whole delivery team or PMO together. Contact us for a group quote.