Description

Project Planning & Scheduling Course Overview:

In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of project planning and scheduling. You will be introduced to the basic concepts of project management, planning techniques that can be used to develop a successful plan, and techniques for managing resources and schedules. In addition, you will examine how to identify risks associated with projects and develop strategies to mitigate them. The course will provide you with the necessary skills and knowledge to develop project plans that are effective, efficient, and will ensure successful outcomes.

The course is divided into four units:

• The first unit introduces basic concepts such as project scope, budgeting, timeline management, resource allocation and risk assessment.
• The second unit explores different planning techniques such as critical path analysis, Gantt Chart, and PERT chart.
• The third unit focuses on the use of software for project planning and management. You will learn how to create an effective project plan using popular tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6 and ProjectLibre.
• Finally, you will learn how to monitor and control a project using the tools and techniques discussed in the course.

Learning objectives:

By the end of this course, you should be able to:

• Identify project scope and timelines.

• Develop a project budget and resource plan.

• Understand risk management principles and methods.

• Use different planning tools such as Gantt charts, critical path analysis and PERT charts.

• Create a project plan using software tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6 and ProjectLibre.

• Monitor and control the progress of projects.

• Develop strategies for dealing with risks and changes in the project environment.

• Understand best practices for managing project teams.

• Identify project success measures and develop appropriate metrics.

• Utilize reports to communicate progress and issues with stakeholders.

By the end of this course, you will have acquired a comprehensive understanding of project planning and scheduling that will enable you to develop effective plans for projects. You will also be able to effectively manage resources and timelines while mitigating risk associated with them. This knowledge will help you understand how to build better plans and ensure successful project outcomes.

This course is geared towards those who wish to become certified Project Managers or those looking for a deep understanding of project planning and scheduling. Those with some experience in the field may find this course helpful in brushing up on their knowledge and skills. No prior knowledge or experience is required to take this course, so everyone is welcome.

If you are looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of project planning and scheduling, this course is for you! Enroll today and get started on your journey towards becoming a successful Project Manager.

Glossary:

• Project Scope: A project scope is a description of the work that needs to be done in order to complete a project. It outlines the objectives and deliverables of the project, as well as the criteria for success.

• Budgeting: Budgeting is the process of developing an estimate of costs associated with completing a project.

• Timeline Management: Timeline management is the process of planning and scheduling tasks to meet a given deadline.

• Resource Allocation: Resource allocation is the process of assigning resources such as people, materials, and equipment to tasks in order to complete a project.

• Risk Assessment: Risk assessment is the process of identifying, analyzing and assessing potential risks associated with a project.

• Critical Path Analysis: Critical path analysis is a technique used to identify the activities that are on the critical path for a project and determine how much time can be saved by changing the order of activities or reducing their duration.