7 Microsoft Project Books That Boost Your Project Mastery

Unlike most Microsoft Project guides that skim the surface, this book draws on Cindy Lewis's extensive expertise as a certified project management professional and Microsoft MVP to deliver clear, focused instruction on Project 2019's capabilities. You'll learn how to efficiently build task lists, assign resources, and visualize schedules with Gantt charts, while also mastering best practices in project management itself. The chapters on consolidating projects and managing Agile workflows reflect the authors' practical experience, making this a useful tool for both beginners and experienced users seeking to deepen their command of Microsoft Project's features. Whether you're managing a single project or juggling multiple plans, the book offers targeted lessons to improve your workflow.

Srikanth Shirodkar draws on his extensive experience managing global software projects and delivering online Microsoft Project courses to guide you through mastering project planning and execution with Microsoft Project 2019. This book walks you through the full project lifecycle—from initiation to closure—while unpacking complex topics like resource overallocation, critical path identification, and dynamic reporting. You’ll find concrete examples on creating Work Breakdown Structures, managing Agile projects using Kanban and Scrum, and customizing automated reports, making it practical for those familiar with basic Windows and Office tools. If you need a solid foundation paired with advanced scheduling and budgeting techniques, this book will sharpen your project management skills effectively.

This tailored book explores advanced techniques to master Microsoft Project, focusing on your unique project challenges and skill level. It covers essential functions, complex scheduling, resource optimization, and detailed progress tracking, ensuring your learning matches your background. This personalized guide examines critical features step-by-step, revealing how to handle diverse project types with confidence. By synthesizing expert knowledge into a pathway that fits your goals, it empowers you to navigate the software effectively and manage projects with greater precision. The book’s tailored approach highlights the most relevant tools and workflows, making your journey through Microsoft Project both efficient and deeply rewarding.

After analyzing the challenges users face with project management software, Carl Chatfield and Timothy Johnson developed this guide to streamline learning Microsoft Project 2016. You get clear, focused lessons on everything from starting a new plan and building task lists to assigning resources and tracking progress with Gantt charts. The book’s structure allows you to jump directly to the topics you need, like sharing resources across projects or mastering cost details, making it a solid choice if you want to quickly gain practical skills in managing projects with Microsoft Project. Those new to the software or looking to strengthen foundational skills will find it especially useful.

Cynthia Snyder Dionisio leverages her extensive experience in project management consulting and curriculum design to demystify Microsoft Project for users at any level. You’ll find clear explanations and practical guidance on essential features such as task creation, resource management, and integrating Agile methodologies, with updated content covering both desktop and subscription versions. Chapters like "Golden Rules for Keeping Projects On-Time" provide actionable insights that make complex project schedules manageable. This book suits anyone tasked with managing projects who wants to confidently navigate Microsoft’s software without getting bogged down in jargon or advanced theory.

Nancy Muir's extensive experience writing over 50 technology and business books, along with her workshops for Fortune 500 companies, informs this approachable guide to Microsoft Project 2010. You learn how to navigate the software’s interface, manage resources, and employ scenario analysis to enhance project oversight. The book breaks down key functions like budgeting, calendar management, report creation, and template development in clear terms. If you want a straightforward way to harness Project 2010’s features and standardize your reporting processes, this guide offers practical insights without overwhelming technical jargon.

This personalized book explores a stepwise system for building efficient schedules using Microsoft Project, tailored precisely to your background and goals. It covers essential scheduling concepts and advanced techniques, guiding you through each phase of developing project timelines with clarity and confidence. By focusing on your specific interests, this book bridges broad expert knowledge and your individual learning needs, making complex scheduling accessible and actionable. Through a tailored approach, it examines resource management, task dependencies, critical path analysis, and progress tracking, providing a clear pathway to mastering Microsoft Project scheduling. The content matches your experience level, ensuring a targeted learning journey that accelerates your project management skills.

Cynthia Snyder Dionisio brings her extensive expertise as a project manager and contributor to the PMI's PMBOK guide to this hands-on guide for mastering Microsoft Project 2016. You learn how to build realistic project schedules, allocate and track resources and costs, set baselines, and analyze progress with clear, practical examples and case studies throughout the chapters. This book suits project managers pressed for time who need to streamline their workflow and gain control over project timelines and budgets using Microsoft Project's latest features. Readers will appreciate the focus on connecting project management processes directly to the software’s tools, making it a solid resource for both beginners and those upgrading their skills.

Cynthia Snyder Dionisio leverages her deep expertise as a project management consultant and leader of the PMBOK Guide team to demystify Microsoft Project 2019 in this guide. You’ll learn how to harness the software’s extensive features, from crafting detailed task schedules to managing resources efficiently and adhering to budget constraints. The book breaks down complex project management principles into practical insights, including best practices that help you think and operate like a seasoned project manager. Whether your projects are your primary focus or one of many responsibilities, this book equips you with the skills to improve productivity and keep initiatives on track without requiring prior advanced training.