Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

PROJECT PLANNING AND SCHEDULING TRAINING COURSE

Introduction

Project Planning and Scheduling is a comprehensive professional development course designed to equip participants with practical skills and advanced techniques for effective project planning, project scheduling, project execution, project monitoring, and project control. In today's competitive and results-driven environment, organizations require professionals who can successfully manage project timelines, allocate resources efficiently, control project costs, and deliver projects within scope, budget, and schedule. This training provides participants with industry-recognized project planning methodologies, scheduling tools, work breakdown structures, critical path analysis, and project performance measurement techniques necessary for successful project implementation.

The course emphasizes strategic project management, project scheduling software applications, resource planning, risk management, project forecasting, milestone tracking, project reporting, and stakeholder engagement. Participants will gain hands-on experience in developing realistic project schedules, managing project constraints, analyzing project dependencies, optimizing resource allocation, and monitoring project progress using internationally accepted project management standards and best practices. The training integrates practical case studies and real-world project planning scenarios to enhance learning outcomes and improve project delivery performance.

Organizations operating in infrastructure development, engineering, construction, ICT, development projects, humanitarian programs, government initiatives, manufacturing, and business transformation projects increasingly demand professionals with strong project planning and scheduling competencies. This course enables participants to master project scheduling frameworks, develop project implementation plans, create project baselines, manage project changes, and ensure successful project completion while maintaining quality standards and organizational objectives.

Through practical exercises, project simulations, scheduling workshops, and collaborative learning sessions, participants will strengthen their ability to develop comprehensive project plans, prepare project schedules, identify project risks, monitor project performance, and make informed decisions throughout the project lifecycle. The course provides a strong foundation for professionals seeking to improve project efficiency, enhance productivity, optimize resource utilization, and achieve sustainable project success.

Course Objectives

1. Understand fundamental principles of project planning and scheduling.
2. Develop comprehensive project implementation and execution plans.
3. Create effective Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) for projects.
4. Apply project scheduling techniques and methodologies.
5. Conduct Critical Path Method (CPM) and network analysis.
6. Optimize project resources and workload allocation.
7. Identify and manage project risks affecting schedules.
8. Monitor project performance using key performance indicators.
9. Utilize project scheduling software and digital tools.
10. Improve project delivery, efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Organization Benefits

1. Improved project completion rates within schedule and budget.
2. Enhanced resource utilization and workforce productivity.
3. Better project visibility and performance monitoring.
4. Reduced project delays and implementation risks.
5. Increased efficiency in project planning processes.
6. Strengthened project governance and accountability.
7. Improved decision-making through data-driven scheduling.
8. Enhanced coordination among project teams and stakeholders.
9. Better control of project costs and resource allocation.
10. Increased organizational capacity for successful project delivery.

Target Participants

• Project Managers
• Program Managers
• Project Coordinators
• Planning Engineers
• Monitoring and Evaluation Officers
• Development Practitioners
• Construction Managers
• Operations Managers
• Technical Officers
• Engineers and Consultants
• Government Project Staff
• NGO and Donor-Funded Project Personnel
• Business Analysts
• Team Leaders
• Professionals involved in project implementation and supervision

Course Outline

Module 1: Fundamentals of Project Planning

1. Introduction to project planning and scheduling
2. Project life cycle and project phases
3. Project scope definition and management
4. Setting project goals and objectives
5. Project planning frameworks and methodologies
6. Case Study: Developing a project plan for a community development project

Module 2: Work Breakdown Structure and Activity Planning

1. Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development
2. Activity identification and sequencing
3. Defining project deliverables and milestones
4. Project dependency mapping
5. Activity duration estimation techniques
6. Case Study: Designing a WBS for an infrastructure project

Module 3: Project Scheduling Techniques

1. Project scheduling principles and best practices
2. Gantt chart development and interpretation
3. Network diagrams and precedence relationships
4. Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis
5. Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT)
6. Case Study: Preparing a project schedule for an ICT implementation project

Module 4: Resource Planning and Risk Management

1. Resource estimation and allocation
2. Resource leveling and optimization
3. Budget and cost scheduling integration
4. Project risk identification and assessment
5. Schedule risk mitigation strategies
6. Case Study: Managing resource constraints in a multi-project environment

Module 5: Project Monitoring and Schedule Control

1. Establishing project baselines
2. Progress tracking and performance measurement
3. Earned Value Management (EVM) fundamentals
4. Schedule variance and performance analysis
5. Change management and schedule updates
6. Case Study: Monitoring project performance in a donor-funded project

Module 6: Project Scheduling Software and Advanced Applications

1. Introduction to project scheduling software tools
2. Microsoft Project and scheduling applications
3. Digital project planning and collaboration platforms
4. Project dashboards and reporting systems
5. Advanced scheduling and forecasting techniques
6. Case Study: Developing a complete project schedule using project management software

General Information

1. Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.
2. Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.
3. Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.
4. Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).
5. Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.
6. Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.
7. Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.
8. Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.
9. Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.
10. Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.
11. Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.
12. Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.
13. Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call us at +254712260031.
14. Website: Visit our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.