Training on Project Planning, Scheduling & Control
Learn project planning, scheduling, and control techniques to improve project delivery and reduce delays.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Effective project planning, scheduling, and control are critical for delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Poor planning and weak monitoring often lead to delays, cost overruns, and project failure.
This course provides participants with practical skills to plan, schedule, and control projects using proven tools and techniques. It focuses on developing realistic project plans, optimizing resource allocation, tracking progress, and implementing corrective actions to ensure successful project delivery.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Project managers and coordinators
- Engineers and technical professionals
- Planning and scheduling officers
- Construction and infrastructure professionals
- Anyone involved in project execution and monitoring
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Develop comprehensive project plans
- Apply scheduling techniques such as Gantt charts and CPM
- Allocate and manage project resources effectively
- Monitor project progress and performance
- Implement control measures to keep projects on track
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Project Planning Fundamentals
- Project lifecycle and planning processes
- Defining scope, objectives, and deliverables
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Setting project milestones and timelines
- Case Study: Poor project planning outcomes
- Practical: Developing a project scope and WBS
Module 2: Project Scheduling Techniques
- Introduction to project scheduling
- Gantt charts and timeline development
- Critical Path Method (CPM)
- Dependencies and sequencing activities
- Workshop: Creating a project schedule
- Practical: Scheduling using real project data
Module 3: Resource Planning & Allocation
- Resource identification and planning
- Resource leveling and optimization
- Managing human and material resources
- Time-cost-resource trade-offs
- Case Study: Resource constraints in projects
- Practical: Resource allocation exercise
Module 4: Project Monitoring & Performance Control
- Tracking project progress and performance
- Key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Earned Value Management (EVM) basics
- Variance analysis and reporting
- Workshop: Monitoring project performance
- Practical: Performance tracking exercise
Module 5: Project Control & Risk Management
- Identifying and managing project risks
- Implementing corrective and preventive actions
- Change management and control systems
- Project closure and lessons learned
- Capstone Exercise: Project planning and control plan
Where the change lands
Individual Impact
- Strong project planning and scheduling skills
- Improved ability to monitor and control projects
- Enhanced decision-making and problem-solving
- Increased confidence in managing project timelines and resources
Organizational Impact
- Improved project delivery and efficiency
- Reduced delays and cost overruns
- Better resource utilization
- Enhanced project performance and outcomes
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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