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Certificate of Project Planning and Scheduling

In the Certificate of Project Planning and Scheduling you will learn why time management is critical, how poor scheduling impacts success and how to set clear, achievable deadlines. You will learn how to break down project work, develop structured timelines and use Gantt charts, network diagrams, and project management software to stay on track.
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Delivery Method
100% Online
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Study Hours
30 hours
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Course Access
12 Months

Delivering projects on time requires more than just setting deadlines—it demands strategic scheduling, risk management, and continuous improvement. The Certificate of Project Planning and Scheduling equips you with the skills to plan, track, and optimise project timelines while managing constraints and competing priorities.

In the Certificate of Project Planning and Scheduling you will learn why time management is critical, how poor scheduling impacts success and how to set clear, achievable deadlines. You will learn how to break down project work, develop structured timelines and use Gantt charts, network diagrams, and project management software to stay on track.

Managing delays and risks is essential, so you’ll explore schedule compression techniques, resource optimisation, and the Critical Chain Method (CCM) to improve efficiency. You’ll also discover agile scheduling, variance tracking, and productivity strategies to keep projects adaptable.

Through real-world insights and practical tools, this course ensures you can monitor progress, adjust schedules, and communicate expectations effectively. Whether you’re new to project management or refining your skills, you’ll gain the confidence to deliver projects on time—every time.

Printed learning materials may be available free to print for this course. Requests can be made by contacting us. 

Course Structure
Unit - Certificate of Project Planning and Scheduling

Unit 1 – Foundations of Project Time Management

  • Introduction to Project Time Management
  • Why time management matters
  • Effective time management
  • Impact of poor time management
  • Setting clear goals and achievable deadlines
  • Effective scheduling
  • Common challenges in project scheduling

Unit 2 – Planning and Scheduling Techniques

  • Introduction to planning and scheduling
  • Activity definition and decomposition
  • Developing a project timeline
  • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  • Estimating task duration
  • Gantt charts
  • Network diagrams
  • Milestone planning
  • Identifying the critical path
  • Using project management software

Unit 3 – Managing Time Constraints and Risks

  • Introduction to time constraints and risks
  • Time-related risks
  • Project delays and disruptions
  • Schedule compression techniques
  • Understanding competing priorities
  • Critical Chain Method (CCM)

Unit 4 – Practical Application and Continuous Improvement

  • Monitoring project progress
  • Adjusting schedules
  • Tools for monitoring variance
  • Agile scheduling
  • Individual and team productivity
  • Clear communication and expectations
  • Evaluating time performance – lessons learned
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Estimated Duration
30 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment

Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.

Career Outcomes
  • Planning & Scheduling Manager
  • Senior Project Planner
  • Project Coordinator/Officer – Accommodation Planning
  • Project Administrator
  • Project Scheduler
  • Project Coordinator / Scheduler
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Certificate of Project Planning and Scheduling
$299.00
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Graduation

A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.

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There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18 with a competent level of English. For those under 18, please complete the Parent/Guardian Consent Form before enrolling.

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This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.

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