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Planning & Scheduling

Planning & Scheduling Training

About the Course

Learn project success through expert in project planning and scheduling.

Planning & Scheduling Training is an 8-week online, industry expert led course designed to build your practical skills in project planning and scheduling across construction, oil & gas, renewable energy sectors and other sectors.

Delivered via live sessions on Microsoft Teams, the course blends structured lessons, hands-on exercises, and real-world case studies. It’s ideal for professionals looking to refresh their skills, newcomers to the field, and new managers or supervisors.

You’ll learn how to define project scope, create Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), estimate durations, productivity calculations, build logical schedules, identify the critical path, and track progress using scheduling tools and earned value management. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with job-ready skills to manage project timelines effectively in any industry.

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In the fast-paced world of project management, every delay, misstep, or miscommunication can be costly. Our training program equips you with the insights, tools, and techniques to stay ahead. Here’s what sets us apart:

  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Delve deep into advanced project planning methodologies, scheduling tools, and best practices.
  • Real-World Application: Apply what you learn through hands-on exercises and case studies designed for impactful learning.
  • Expert Instructors: Led by industry professionals with extensive experience in high-stakes project environments.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and industry experts

Our in-depth curriculum covers:

  1. Project Planning Fundamentals

    1. Understand the role of planning in successful project delivery

    2. Learn how planning integrates with project lifecycle phases

  2. Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) & Coding

    1. Build and manage a WBS

    2. Use coding structures for activities, resources, and projects

  3. Critical Path Method (CPM)

    1. Develop logical networks of project tasks

    2. Identify the critical path and calculate float

  4. Resource & Cost Planning

    1. Allocate resources efficiently

    2. Apply cost loading and analyze resource histograms

  5. Progress Monitoring & Performance Tracking

    1. Track progress using baselines and actual updates

    2. Use KPIs and Earned Value Management (EVM)

  6. Delay Analysis & Schedule Recovery

    1. Identify, classify, and analyze delays

    2. Learn recovery techniques and mitigation strategies

  7. Primavera P6 Training

    1. Create, update, and manage schedules using P6

    2. Generate reports, dashboards, and updates

  8. Final Simulation & Practical Assessment

    1. Work on a real-world project scenario

    2. Submit a complete schedule for evaluation

This course is tailored for:

  • Fresh Graduates 
    Learn marketable skills and enter the workforce with confidence and credentials.

  • Site Engineers, Supervisors, and Technicians
    Transition from execution to planning, controls, and leadership roles.

  • Project Managers and Coordinators
    Sharpen your planning skills to enhance your leadership and control of projects.

  • Anyone Interested in Project Management Careers
    With no prior planning experience required, this course opens a gateway to a new career path.

✅ Gain In-Demand Technical Skills – Project Planning, scheduling, Primavera P6 and Excel dashboards.
✅ Boost Career Opportunities – Be ready for interviews, promotions, career transition or career shifts.
✅ Learn from Experts – Instructors with 10+ years of real-world experience.
✅ Global Relevance – Skills applicable in the Gulf, Africa, Europe, America and beyond.
✅ Certification & Portfolio – Earn a professional certificate and build a schedule you can showcase.
✅ Mentorship Support – Get career coaching, interview prep, and resume tips from industry veterans.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Join hundreds of professionals building their future with BT & Hays. Start your journey toward becoming a certified planning and scheduling professional.

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