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
- Work breakdown structures
- Creating a WBS and linkable information
- Activity duration estimating
- Task history
- Parametric estimating
- Three-point estimating
- Contingencies
- Precedence
- Scheduling tools and techniques
- Time management
- Schedule baseline
- Tools and techniques
- Outputs
- Measuring progress
- Variances in project performance
- Scope control
- Schedule, cost and risk control
- Earned Value Analysis (EVA) Variance Analysis Formula
- Time impact analysis
- Reviewing process
- Evaluating and implementing change
- Performance reviews
- Time management issues and methodologies
- Identifying the critical path
- Project life cycle phases
Unit 2 - Apply project time management techniques
- Work breakdown structure (WBS)
- Estimate task duration
- Task sequencing and dependencies
- Project schedule development
- Network analysis
- Critical path method (CPM)
- Tools and techniques for identifying project schedule impact
- Critical chain method
- Resource optimisation techniques
- Schedule compression and
- Project tools and software
- Achieve a schedule baseline and communicate to stakeholders
- Record and report progress of scheduled activities
- Variance between actual and planned progress
- Schedule control
- Forecasting the impact of change on schedule
- Analysing change options
- Updating project schedules
- Project reviews
- Conducting a time management review
- Process and checklist
- Documenting issues
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.
Testimonials
It was a good experience.
K. Simmonds, Murrumba Downs, QLD | Certificate of Project Planning and Scheduling
It was a very good course for me in gaining more skills within the Project Management discipline. I will certainly be continuing and looking forward to on going studies in Project Management, with AOC. Thank You Very Much.
M. Tuddenham, Sebastopol, VIC | Certificate of Project Planning and Scheduling
Very easy to access and good support
R. Kunda, Maylands, SA | Certificate of Project Planning and Scheduling
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;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no entry requirements or pre-requisites for entry into this program.
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 available for purchase at any time and not require to complete this 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
Related Blogs
