Project Planning, Scheduling & Control With Ms Project / Primavera Training Course

Introduction

Effective Project Planning, Scheduling & Control are the bedrock of successful project delivery, especially in today's complex engineering and construction sectors. This essential training course is meticulously designed to equip project managers, planners, and engineers with advanced proficiency in industry-leading software like Microsoft Project and Primavera P6. Participants will gain a robust understanding of developing accurate project schedules, managing resources efficiently, tracking progress, and implementing proactive control measures to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to required specifications. Our comprehensive curriculum emphasizes hands-on application, best practices, and real-world scenarios pertinent to the dynamic project landscape in Kenya, empowering you to master critical project management software and drive superior project outcomes.

This advanced project scheduling software course is crucial for professionals and organizations in Kenya striving for enhanced project predictability, reduced delays, and optimized resource utilization. Mastering MS Project for project control and Primavera P6 scheduling techniques are indispensable skills for managing large-scale infrastructure, energy, and construction ventures. This program offers an unparalleled opportunity to elevate your expertise in critical path method (CPM) analysis, earned value management (EVM) reporting, and resource leveling using project software, positioning your organization for sustained success and a strong competitive advantage across East Africa's developing economy.

Target Audience

• Project Managers
• Project Planners and Schedulers
• Project Control Engineers
• Engineers involved in Project Execution
• Cost Controllers
• Construction Managers
• Program Managers

Course Objectives

• Understand the fundamental concepts of project planning, scheduling, and control.
• Master the creation and management of complex project schedules using MS Project.
• Develop proficiency in advanced scheduling techniques with Primavera P6.
• Learn to define and structure project scope within the software.
• Implement effective resource loading, leveling, and optimization.
• Understand critical path method (CPM) and total float analysis in practice.
• Learn to establish project baselines and perform earned value management (EVM).
• Master techniques for tracking project progress and updating schedules.
• Develop robust reporting and dashboard creation for project performance.
• Apply change control mechanisms within the software environment.
• Understand multi-project management and portfolio views.
• Explore risk analysis and mitigation integration within project schedules.
• Drive efficiency and accuracy in project delivery through powerful software utilization.

DURATION

10 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Introduction to Project Planning & Scheduling Fundamentals module

• Overview of project planning principles
• Importance of effective scheduling in project success
• Key elements of a project schedule: activities, durations, dependencies
• Understanding the project lifecycle and scheduling phases
• Introduction to project management software capabilities

Module 2: Getting Started with MS Project / Primavera module

• Software interface navigation and customization
• Setting up new projects and defining calendars
• Creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Importing and exporting project data
• Basic project settings and configurations

Module 3: Activity Definition and Sequencing module

• Defining project activities and milestones
• Estimating activity durations and effort
• Establishing logical relationships (dependencies) between activities
• Understanding lead and lag times
• Organizing activities into logical sequences

Module 4: Resource Management and Allocation module

• Defining and assigning resources (work, material, cost)
• Resource calendars and availability
• Resource loading and identifying overallocations
• Resource leveling techniques to optimize utilization
• Costing resources and applying rates

Module 5: Critical Path Method (CPM) and Schedule Optimization module

• Calculating the critical path and total float
• Identifying critical activities and their impact on project duration
• Techniques for schedule compression (fast-tracking, crashing)
• Understanding constraints and their effect on the schedule
• Analyzing schedule risks and opportunities

Module 6: Baselining and Earned Value Management (EVM) module

• Establishing the project performance baseline (scope, schedule, cost)
• Understanding Earned Value Management (EVM) principles
• Calculating Planned Value (PV), Earned Value (EV), Actual Cost (AC)
• Interpreting key EVM metrics: CPI, SPI, CV, SV
• Forecasting project performance (EAC, ETC)

Module 7: Progress Tracking and Reporting module

• Updating project progress and actuals in the software
• Tracking actual dates, durations, and costs
• Variance analysis and identifying deviations from baseline
• Generating standard and custom project reports
• Creating visual dashboards for stakeholders

Module 8: Advanced Schedule Control and Adjustments module

• Implementing integrated change control for schedules
• Managing delays and scope changes within the software
• Re-baselining vs. adjusting current schedule
• What-if scenario analysis for decision making
• Strategies for corrective and preventive actions

Module 9: Multi-Project Management and Portfolio Views module

• Creating and managing master projects and subprojects
• Resource sharing across multiple projects
• Consolidating project data for portfolio analysis
• Generating portfolio-level reports and dashboards
• Strategic alignment of multiple projects

Module 10: Practical Application, Best Practices, and Troubleshooting module

• Hands-on workshops applying concepts to complex engineering scenarios
• Troubleshooting common software issues and data integrity
• Best practices for schedule management and control
• Tips for effective project communication using software outputs
• Q&A and expert insights on specific MS Project/Primavera challenges in Kenya

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.