This course follows on from the Planner Essentials course and explores the enhanced capabilities of Microsoft Planner Premium, designed for users who want to take project planning to the next level within Microsoft 365. Attendees will learn how to build comprehensive project plans from scratch or accelerate setup using Copilot to generate a structured starting point. The course covers advanced planning features that support more complex workflows, improved task management, and deeper integration with Microsoft 365 tools.

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Prerequisites

Participants should have:

An understanding of project management concepts
Attendees must be comfortable navigating around the Microsoft 365 online environment.
A working knowledge of creating a task list in Planner

Target audience

This course is designed for professionals who are already familiar with the basics of Microsoft Planner and are ready to explore its premium features. It is ideal for users managing more complex projects who want to leverage advanced planning tools, automation, and AI-powered assistance through Copilot.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

Understand Microsoft Planner Premium
Create and Configure Premium Plans
Manage the schedule
Collaborate and Communicate Effectively
Track Project Progress
Visualize and Report on Work

Training Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Planner Premium

What is Microsoft Planner Premium
Key differences from Basic Planner

Module 2: Creating Premium Plans

Create a Premium Plan
Convert a Basic Plan to a Premium Plan
Input summary tasks into a plan

Module 3: Task Management

Setting task durations
Task dependencies
Add milestones to a plan
Creating custom fields

Module 4: Collaboration & Communication

Using People and Assignment views
Viewing task history
Adding plans to teams channels
Using Sprints in Board view
Setting Goals
Create a portfolio

Module 5: Tracking

Setting a Baseline
Mark Completion of a task
Marking Effort on a task

Module 6: Viewing and Reporting

Applying Conditional formatting
Using Planner reports

Appendix

Create a Plan using Copilot

Exams and assessments

This course does not include any formal assessments.

Hands-on learning

This course includes:

Instructor led discussions around the use of Microsoft Project in the real world.
Guided exercises demonstrating the key concepts in project scheduling.
Independent exercises to reinforce learning and build project planning skills.

Why Choose Bilginç IT Academy

At Bilginç IT Academy, we combine our strong presence in both the UK and Türkiye to deliver high-quality, practical training solutions for organizations worldwide.

International Presence with Local Expertise
With operations in the United Kingdom and Türkiye, we bring together global standards and local market understanding to deliver effective training experiences across regions.

Expert Instructors with Real-World Experience
Our courses are delivered by certified trainers with extensive industry experience, ensuring you gain practical knowledge that can be applied immediately.

Corporate-Focused Training Approach
We specialize in training corporate teams, tailoring our programs to meet your organization’s goals, technologies, and project requirements.

Flexible Training Delivery Worldwide
We offer classroom, virtual classroom, and onsite training options globally, tailored to your organization’s needs.

Hands-On, Practical Learning
Our training sessions include real-world scenarios, case studies, and interactive exercises to ensure lasting understanding and skill development.

Proven Track Record
With over 10 years of experience, we have successfully trained professionals from leading organizations across different industries and regions.

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