The ability to successfully complete a project on time is determined by your aptitude in planning and scheduling. If you’re a project manager or are required to project manage as part of your job, this course is ideal for you.
The Certificate of Project Planning and Scheduling is an online professional development program that will explore the factors and fundamental elements of successful project planning and scheduling.
In this online project planning and scheduling course you will define and create a work breakdown structure (WBS), learn to identify and understand task relationships and dependencies and understand how to effectively allocate project resources and update and monitor project schedules. You will learn how to analyse and forecast the impact of change and review progress throughout the project life cycle.
On completion of this course, you will feel confident to use planning, scheduling and time management techniques to achieve project outcomes on time for an organisation.
Course Structure
Unit 1 - Manage project time
- Manage project time
- Project scheduling
- Project time management processes
- Activity definition process
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Inputs and outputs
- Project scope
- Tools and techniques
- Activity sequencing process
- Milestones
- Precedence Diagramming Method (PDM)
- Arrow Diagramming Method (ADM)
- Dependencies
- Project network diagrams
- Resource estimating process
- Project calendar
- Duration estimating
- Parametric estimating
- Constraints
- Critical path
- Schedule compression
- Resource levelling
- Critical chain method
- Schedule control process
Unit 2 - Apply project time management techniques
- Develop project schedule
- Define project activities
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Activity list
- Sequencing process
- Arrow Diagramming Method (ADM)
- Dependency determination
- Project network diagram
- Project duration estimate
- Maintain project schedule
- Measure, record and report progress
- Record baseline variances
- Schedule network analysis
- Gantt chart
- PERT diagrams
- Critical Path Method (CPM)
- Schedule compression techniques
- Critical chain method
- Project tools and software
- Cost schedule control systems
- Schedule control process
- Time-management outcomes
- Review project performance
- Review checklist
Assessment
Assessment Information
When you study with Australian Online Courses, you will be assessed using a competency-based training method.
Competency-based training focuses on the achievement of skills and knowledge against set criteria to meet industry-standard and is not benchmarked against other students’ work.
In this course, the assessment will be comprised of written assignments and exercises, which may include short answer questions, reports, essays, research projects and reflective tasks.
If you do not achieve a competency result on your first attempt, you have two more attempts to pass your assessment. So, you have three attempts in total to obtain a competency result.
In this way, you can complete your course in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- No entry requirements;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support;
- Easy to understand course content;
- Twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Certificate of Attainment/Completion issued for your CV (hard copy provided); and
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
How long will it take to complete this course?
The approximate study hours for this course is 30 hours. Twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply).
Can I purchase optional printed materials?
Yes! The cost for printed materials for this course is $50 per unit. Total cost for optional printed materials is: $100.00. Printed materials are optional and not required to complete the course. Everything you need to complete the course is provided online via our e-learning system.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of this course?
Yes! You will receive a Certificate of Attainment upon successful completion of your assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our e-learning system and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
- Planning & Scheduling Manager
- Senior Project Planner
- Project Coordinator/Officer – Accommodation Planning
- Project Administrator
- Project Scheduler
- Project Coordinator / Scheduler
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