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Effective Planning and Scheduling

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This course includes:

02:38:00 hours

CPD Accreditation

8 units

Full lifetime access

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Learning Outcomes

  • Create and update a project schedule using relevant tools and techniques.
  • Accurately estimate activity durations for a project.
  • Identify and analyse task dependencies to avoid scheduling conflicts.
  • Apply project planning techniques to ensure project success.
  • Develop a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to facilitate project planning.
  • Mitigate uncertainty and manage risk in project scheduling.
  • Apply effective communication strategies to ensure project stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.

Course Overview

This course will equip you with the necessary knowledge to create, update, and monitor a project schedule using relevant tools and techniques. You will learn to accurately estimate activity durations, identify task dependencies, and apply project planning techniques to ensure project success. Through practical examples and exercises, you will develop a solid understanding of how to develop a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and apply effective communication strategies to ensure project stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle. Our aptly created curriculum will guide you through the curriculum and provide feedback to help you master the wisdom to succeed in project management. 

Course Benefits

The Effective Planning and Scheduling course provides numerous benefits to individuals looking to enhance their project management aptitudes. You will learn how to create, update, and monitor a project schedule using relevant tools and techniques, which will help you save time, reduce costs, and improve project outcomes. You will also learn how to accurately estimate activity durations and identify task dependencies, allowing you to avoid scheduling conflicts and keep your projects on track. By developing a solid understanding of project planning techniques and the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), you will be able to ensure project success and mitigate uncertainty and risk. In addition, you will learn how to apply effective communication strategies to keep project stakeholders informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle. With these, you will be well-prepared to take on new project management roles and advance your career in this exciting field.

Career Path

  • Project Manager - Oversee projects and ensure they are completed on time and within budget.
  • Construction Manager - Plan, coordinate and oversee construction projects.
  • Engineering Manager - Direct engineering projects and teams.
  • Program Manager - Coordinate multiple projects and ensure they align with organisational goals.
  • IT Manager - Oversee technology projects and teams.
  • Operations Manager - Manage day-to-day operations and ensure efficient resource allocation.
  • Product Manager - Develop and launch new products and oversee product lifecycles.
Course content

Effective Planning and Scheduling

01: The Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

00:28:00

02: Estimating Activity Durations

00:13:00

03: Identifying Task Dependencies

00:11:00

04: Aligning Resources with Activities

00:21:00

05: Project Planning

00:40:00

06: Uncertainty and Risk Management

00:14:00

07: Communication Strategies

00:21:00

08: Creating, Updating and Monitoring the Schedule

00:10:00

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