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Microsoft Planner - Essential Training for Managing Projects

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Master Microsoft Planner and revolutionize how you manage projects and teams. This hands-on course empowers learners to rapidly begin to take control of their productivity using Microsoft Planner —part of the Microsoft 365 suite— through practical, bite-sized lessons and real-world applications. Microsoft Planner is used by over 1 million organizations globally to streamline task management and team collaboration. - With hybrid work on the rise, mastering Planner is a must-have skill for professionals managing distributed teams and complex workflows. Project management skills are among the top 5 most in-demand competencies across industries and learning Microsoft Planner can help you: - Improve team coordination and task visibility - Save up to 30% of time spent on manual tracking - Enhance your resume with a recognized Microsoft 365 skill What You’ll Learn - Build and manage plans with buckets and tasks - Track progress using Planner’s visual views - Integrate Planner with Outlook, Teams, and To Do What Makes This Course Unique ✅ Fast-track learning: Complete in under 3 hours with lots of opportunity for practice ✅ Real-world practice: Includes quizzes and assignments for each module ✅ Seamless integration: Learn how Planner connects with other Microsoft 365 tools ✅ Beginner-friendly: No prior project management experience required ✅ Portfolio-ready: Final assessment to showcase your skills Who Should Take This Course -Project coordinators and team leads -Business professionals managing multiple priorities -Students and job seekers wanting to boost productivity -Anyone using Microsoft 365 for work or study Ready to take control of your projects and boost your productivity? Enroll now and become a confident Microsoft Planner user in just a few hours.

Syllabus

  • Get Ready to Organize and Optimize with MS Planner
    • Welcome to "Organize and Optimize Your Workflow with Microsoft Planner!" Learn how to efficiently create plans, organize tasks, and track progress using Microsoft Planner’s intuitive tools. Explore views like Board, Charts, and Schedule to stay on top of deadlines and team progress. Discover how to assign tasks, manage workloads, and collaborate effectively with your team. You'll also learn how to integrate Planner with Microsoft 365 tools like Teams and Outlook to streamline communication and boost productivity. Ideal for project leads, coordinators, and students managing multiple priorities, this quick course gives you the skills to stay organized and keep your projects moving forward.
  • View and Manage Plans and Tasks
  • Manage Plans and Members
  • Assign and Update Tasks
  • Work with All Planner Views
  • Boost Plan Visuals in the Board View
  • Connect and Customize in Planner
  • Advanced Task Customization
  • Final Assessment

Taught by

Keith Gibson

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