Live Online Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training
Live online, instructor-led · next cohort Oct 19, 2026 · from USD 1,700
Schedules kept in spreadsheets or on whiteboards rarely survive the first change request, leaving managers unsure which tasks drive the finish date or where money is going. You start with planning fundamentals and the Microsoft Project interface, task modes, calendars and project settings. Scheduling sessions cover work breakdown structures, task dependencies, lead and lag, constraints, milestones and identifying the critical path. Resource and cost modules show how to create resource pools, assign work, level overallocations and build time-phased budgets.
Tracking takes centre stage next: setting baselines, recording actual progress, comparing variances and using earned value measures such as cost and schedule performance indices. You then link the schedule to monitoring and evaluation by defining indicators, logframes and reporting cycles that draw on project data. Risk sessions address risk registers, what-if scheduling and recovery plans for slipping projects. Each participant builds and tracks a full project file from scratch, then produces management reports and dashboards from it. Project managers, planners, M&E officers, engineers, programme coordinators and PMO staff who need control of timelines and budgets are the intended users. Over ten days you gain a working schedule template and the skills to keep it current.
At a Glance
How Live Online Training Works
Live online training, led by a trainer in real time, for participants anywhere.
More about live online training →- Format
- Live online, instructor-led
- Duration
- Mon - Fri (10 Days)
- Fee
- USD 1,700 (KES 160,000)
- Next start dates
- Oct 19, 2026, Dec 7, 2026, Jan 4, 2027
- Certificate
- Certificate of Completion
- What you need
- A computer with a reliable internet connection, a webcam and a headset
About this course
The Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training equips professionals with the advanced competencies required to apply project management, monitoring, and evaluation with MS projects effectively, strengthen day-to-day performance, and generate the evidence needed for confident, well-informed decisions. Because organizations now operate under tighter resource, compliance and reporting pressures, specialist capability in this area has moved from desirable to essential. This certified programme combines proven methodology with hands-on application, covering improving cost management, advanced MS project and the analytical techniques that underpin sound professional judgement.
Throughout the programme, participants work through realistic scenarios drawn from public sector institutions, private enterprises, development organizations, and regulated professional environments, examining how project management, monitoring, and evaluation with MS projects is applied in practice and where it most often breaks down. Delegates will develop practical skill in designing appropriate frameworks, selecting and applying the right tools for improving cost management, interpreting findings, and communicating conclusions clearly to colleagues, management and external stakeholders. Sessions move deliberately from principles to application, so that each technique introduced is practised against a realistic problem before the programme moves on — strengthening both individual effectiveness and the wider capability of the organizations delegates return to.
Training Objectives
Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Apply practical project management principles effectively
- Develop project schedules using MS Project tools
- Monitor project progress and performance accurately
- Manage project resources and timelines efficiently
- Conduct project monitoring and evaluation activities professionally
- Prepare clear project reports and performance updates
- Improve project coordination through digital management tools
What you'll learn
Key Takeaways
By the end of the Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training, participants will leave with:
- Better understanding of project management processes.
- Improved ability to use MS Project tools.
- Stronger monitoring and reporting capability.
- Enhanced project scheduling and resource management skills.
- Greater confidence in evaluating project performance.
- A comprehensive working understanding of project management, monitoring, and evaluation with MS projects principles and performance-measurement methodology.
- Enhanced ability to design practical systems and evaluate outcomes reliably.
Training Methodology
This training course uses a practical and interactive learning approach that strengthens project management, monitoring, and evaluation skills using MS Project tools.
Methodology includes:
- Guided demonstrations of MS Project features and functions
- Hands-on exercises for scheduling and project tracking
- Real-life project case studies and implementation scenarios
- Group discussions and collaborative learning sessions
- Practical workshops for monitoring and reporting activities
- Scenario-based assignments for project management tasks
- Team exercises that improve coordination and communication skills
Day 1: Getting Started with Project Management and MS Project
- Introduction to project management principles
- Understanding project lifecycles and workflows
- Introduction to the Microsoft Project interface and features
- Creating and setting up new projects
- Understanding project calendars and timelines
- Defining project goals and deliverables
- Navigating MS Project workspaces and views
Day 2: Building Smart Project Schedules
- Creating project task lists and activities
- Organizing tasks using work breakdown structures
- Setting task durations and dependencies
- Creating project milestones and deadlines
- Managing project calendars and working time
- Developing realistic project schedules
- Improving project planning accuracy
Day 3: Managing Resources and Project Costs
- Introduction to resource management in MS Project
- Assigning people, materials, and equipment to tasks
- Managing workloads and resource allocation
- Tracking project costs and expenses
- Identifying overallocated resources
- Balancing resources across project activities
- Improving cost management practices
Day 4: Tracking Project Progress Effectively
- Monitoring project activities and timelines
- Updating task progress and completion levels
- Tracking actual work against planned schedules
- Measuring project performance using MS Project tools
- Managing project delays and schedule changes
- Using baseline tracking for project comparison
- Improving project follow-up and supervision
Day 5: Monitoring and Evaluation in Projects
- Introduction to project monitoring and evaluation
- Creating project indicators and performance targets
- Measuring outputs, outcomes, and project impact
- Collecting and managing project performance data
- Conducting project reviews and assessments
- Improving accountability through monitoring systems
- Supporting decision-making using project data
Day 6: Managing Risks and Project Challenges
- Identifying project risks and uncertainties
- Conducting risk assessments and analysis
- Developing risk response and mitigation plans
- Managing project changes and adjustments
- Solving project coordination challenges effectively
- Creating contingency plans for project activities
- Improving project quality and performance control
Day 7: Reporting and Data Visualization
- Preparing project reports using MS Project
- Creating dashboards and project summaries
- Using charts and visual project tracking tools
- Presenting project performance data clearly
- Developing status reports and updates
- Sharing project information with stakeholders
- Improving project communication practices
Day 8: Team Coordination and Communication
- Improving teamwork within project environments
- Managing communication among project stakeholders
- Conducting project meetings and briefings
- Strengthening coordination across project teams
- Managing stakeholder expectations professionally
- Improving collaboration using digital tools
- Building accountability within project teams
Day 9: Advanced MS Project Techniques
- Customizing project views and reports
- Using filters, groups, and sorting tools
- Managing multiple projects and subprojects
- Tracking critical paths and project dependencies
- Integrating MS Project with other tools
- Improving workflow efficiency using automation features
- Managing large and complex project schedules
Day 10: Future Trends in Digital Project Management
- Modern approaches to project management
- Cloud-based project collaboration systems
- Real-time project tracking and reporting
- Data-driven decision-making in project environments
- Innovation in monitoring and evaluation practices
- Remote project management and virtual teamwork
- Future developments in MS Project and digital tools
This training course is ideal for:
- Project Managers and Coordinators
- Monitoring and Evaluation Officers
- NGO and Development Professionals
- Programme Officers and Team Leaders
- Operations and Planning Staff
- Government and Public Sector Professionals
- Professionals involved in project implementation and reporting
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation with MS Projects issued by Vision Reach Global Consultancy.
The certificate confirms attendance and successful participation, is recognized by employers across the public, private and development sectors, and can be verified directly with Vision Reach Global Consultancy on request.
Choose Where You Want to Learn
Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training Venues
KenyaNairobiNext Nov 16· 13 dates$3,000- KenyaMombasaNext Nov 2· 13 dates$3,000
- KenyaKisumuNext Nov 2· 13 dates$3,000
- KenyaNaivashaNext Nov 9· 13 dates$3,000
South AfricaCape TownNext Nov 2· 13 dates$7,200- South AfricaPretoriaNext Nov 9· 13 dates$6,400
- South AfricaJohannesburgNext Nov 9· 13 dates$6,800
TanzaniaZanzibarNext Nov 23· 13 dates$5,200- TanzaniaDar es SalaamNext Nov 2· 13 dates$4,000
- TanzaniaArushaNext Nov 16· 13 dates$3,800
- TanzaniaDodomaNext Nov 2· 13 dates$3,600
RwandaKigaliNext Nov 2· 13 dates$3,800
UgandaKampalaNext Nov 9· 13 dates$3,800
UAEDubaiNext Nov 2· 13 dates$7,600
NigeriaAbujaNext Nov 16· 13 dates$5,600- NigeriaLagosNext Nov 23· 13 dates$5,600
GhanaAccraNext Nov 23· 13 dates$7,600
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Frequently Asked Questions About Live Online Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training
Everything you need to know about this course before you register.
By the end of the Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training programme, you'll be able to understand core project management, monitoring, and evaluation with ms projects principles and how they fit together in practice, apply practical techniques for improving cost management in day-to-day implementation, strengthen evaluation, reporting and quality-assurance capability, and improve decision-making using evidence-driven performance information. The full breakdown of topics is covered session by session in the Course Outline tab above.
This training course is ideal for: Project Managers and Coordinators, Monitoring and Evaluation Officers, NGO and Development Professionals, Programme Officers and Team Leaders, Operations and Planning Staff, Government and Public Sector Professionals, and Professionals involved in project implementation and reporting.
Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training typically runs as 10 Days. It's available as in-house corporate, in-person classroom, and live virtual training — every course can also be delivered on-site for your team on dates that suit you.
Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training is scheduled in-classroom in Nairobi, Kenya, Mombasa, Kenya, Kisumu, Kenya, and Naivasha, Kenya, and 13 other locations, plus a live interactive virtual classroom you can join from anywhere. Check the schedule panel above for exact upcoming dates and fees in each location.
The next live virtual cohort of Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training starts December 7, 2026, with new classroom cohorts also running on a rolling basis. Pick a date and location in the schedule panel above, then click "Register for the Course" — it takes a few minutes and your seat is confirmed once payment or a signed purchase order is received.
Yes — delegates who meet the attendance requirement receive a Certificate of Completion for Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training from Vision Reach Global Consultancy, issued in the name you register with, so double-check the spelling at checkout.
Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training is pitched at intermediate professionals. If you're unsure whether it's the right fit for your current role or background, message our training advisors before you register and they'll help you confirm.
Fees for Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training vary by delivery location and format and are shown in real time in the schedule panel above once you pick a date. Register 3 or more delegates on the same course together and a 5% team discount is applied automatically — larger cohorts can request a custom corporate quote.
Yes — Project Management, Monitoring, and Evaluation with MS Projects Training can be delivered on-site at your offices (or virtually for distributed teams), with case studies and examples tailored to your industry and the specific challenges your team is working through. Switch to the "In-House" tab in the schedule panel above to request a proposal.
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