Microsoft Visio Training: Introduction / Intermediate – 2 days
2 days | Class based & Online
This introductory/intermediate course equips participants with the skills to use Microsoft Visio to visualise processes, structures, and concepts with clarity and precision. Participants will learn how to create professional flowcharts, organisational charts, and a range of business diagrams using Visio’s core tools and features. The training covers working with shapes, templates, and custom stencils, as well as best-practice techniques for formatting, printing, and managing diagrams. Attendees will also gain practical, time-saving skills that enhance productivity and support effective communication across projects and teams.
Course Content:
- Introduction to Visio and Core Diagramming Concepts
Understand Visio’s capabilities, interface, and best-practice workflows for creating professional diagrams. - Working Effectively with Shapes and Stencils
Insert, manage, and customise shapes using built-in stencils to build clear and structured visuals. - Precise Shape Positioning and Layout Management
Use size, position, alignment, and distribution tools to create polished and consistent diagrams. - Formatting and Styling for Professional Presentation
Apply themes, styles, and formatting techniques to enhance clarity and visual impact. - Managing Pages and Multi-Page Diagrams
Create, organise, and navigate multiple pages to structure complex diagrams effectively. - Connecting Shapes and Building Logical Workflows
Use connectors, dynamic connections, and layout tools to show process flows and relationships. - Creating Advanced Page Elements and Diagram Tools
Leverage page tools, backgrounds, and containers to strengthen diagram organisation and readability. - Designing Cross-Functional Flowcharts
Build process maps that clearly define responsibilities across teams and departments. - Creating and Enhancing Organisation Charts
Develop hierarchy charts using shape data, automated layout tools, and integrated organisational information. - Visualising Data with Calendars and Gantt Charts
Produce timeline-based diagrams to support project planning, scheduling, and reporting.
Learning objectives:
By the end of this Microsoft Visio Introduction/Intermediate course, participants will be able to:
- Create, edit, and manage professional diagrams with confidence using Visio’s built-in templates, stencils, and shapes.
- Apply precise formatting, layout, and styling techniques to produce clear, visually consistent flowcharts, organisation charts, and business diagrams.
- Use connectors, shape data, and multi-page structures to build diagrams that accurately communicate processes, relationships, and organisational information.