Microsoft SharePoint for Intranets course

Introduction

Learn how to plan, build and manage a modern SharePoint intranet using out-of-the-box Microsoft 365 features. This practical course covers communication sites, news, navigation, document management, branding, permissions and governance, enabling organisations to create an engaging and effective intranet without custom development.

Module 1: Introduction to SharePoint Intranets

Understand the purpose, structure and business value of modern SharePoint intranets.

• What is a SharePoint intranet?
• Benefits of a company intranet
• Communication Sites vs Team Sites
• Hub Sites and intranet structures
• Understanding audiences

Module 2: Planning Your Intranet

Learn how to create an intranet structure that supports business goals and user needs.

• Defining business objectives
• Site hierarchy and structure
• Metadata and content organisation
• Navigation planning
• Content ownership and governance

Module 3: Building Communication Sites

Discover how to create attractive, user-friendly communication sites using modern SharePoint features.

• Creating a Communication Site
• Understanding site templates
• Designing attractive home pages
• Working with sections and layouts
• Using web parts effectively
• Creating and publishing pages

Module 4: News, Communication and Engagement

Explore ways to share information, communicate updates and encourage employee engagement.

• Creating SharePoint news posts
• Promoting organisational news
• Events and announcements
• Highlighted Content web part
• Quick Links web part

Module 5: Creating an Effective Information Hub

Learn how to organise documents, policies and knowledge so that information is easy to find and use.

• Document libraries for intranets
• Managing policies and procedures
• Metadata
• Search and content discovery
• Knowledge management techniques

Module 6: Branding, Governance and Maintenance

Understand how to maintain a professional, secure and sustainable intranet environment.

• Site themes and branding
• Company logos and visual identity
• Hub Site branding
• Permissions and security
• Content lifecycle management
• Governance considerations
• Site maintenance and ownership
• Intranet launch and adoption strategies