Project Scheduling and Planning Skills Training Course

Course Description

This intensive 5-day course equips project managers with advanced skills in project scheduling and planning. Participants will learn to create robust project schedules, allocate resources effectively, and optimize project timelines. The course covers critical path analysis, risk management, and resource leveling techniques.

Learning Objectives

• Develop comprehensive project schedules using industry-standard techniques
• Master resource allocation and leveling for optimal project performance
• Apply critical path analysis to identify and manage project bottlenecks
• Implement risk management strategies in project planning and scheduling
• Utilize advanced scheduling tools and software for effective project management

Course Modules

Day 1: Foundations of Project Scheduling

• Introduction to project scheduling principles
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development
• Activity sequencing and dependencies
• Schedule network diagrams

Day 2: Time Estimation and Critical Path Analysis

• Activity duration estimation techniques
• Critical Path Method (CPM)
• Float calculation and analysis
• Schedule compression techniques

Day 3: Resource Management and Allocation

• Resource types and availability
• Resource loading and leveling
• Resolving resource conflicts
• Cost-time trade-offs in resource allocation

Day 4: Risk Management in Project Scheduling

• Identifying schedule risks
• Quantitative schedule risk analysis
• Developing risk response strategies
• Integrating risk management into project schedules

Day 5: Advanced Scheduling Techniques and Tools

• Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT)
• Earned Value Management (EVM) for schedule control
• Using project management software for scheduling
• Agile and adaptive scheduling approaches

Practical Wins for Participants

• Create a comprehensive project schedule for a real-world scenario
• Develop a resource-optimized project plan using industry-standard software
• Conduct a critical path analysis and propose schedule optimization strategies
• Design a risk-adjusted project schedule incorporating contingency plans