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Critical Path and Schedule Management

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Analyze project scheduling methods and apply critical path management techniques.

  • Develop project schedule models with resource estimation and baseline planning.

  • Evaluate project performance and manage scheduling risks and dependencies effectively.

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June 2026

Assessments

24 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Project Planning and Schedule Management Specialization
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There are 6 modules in this course

Master project scheduling by learning how to develop, analyze, optimize, and maintain project schedules using proven project management techniques and industry-relevant methodologies. This course provides a structured framework for creating effective schedules, managing dependencies, evaluating risks, and monitoring project performance throughout the project lifecycle.

The course begins with the foundations of schedule planning, introducing network diagramming, resource estimation, schedule development, and Critical Path Method (CPM) concepts. Learners will understand how project activities are structured, sequenced, and analyzed to create realistic and achievable schedules. As the course progresses, learners explore scheduling workflows, process design techniques, schedule model parameters, and structured scheduling methodologies. The course demonstrates how project schedules are built, governed, and maintained to support consistent execution and decision-making. Advanced modules focus on schedule model development, baseline creation, governance practices, performance indicators, schedule approval processes, and ongoing maintenance activities. Learners will gain practical experience in managing schedule updates, validating project timelines, and maintaining schedule integrity throughout execution. The course also covers advanced scheduling concepts including probabilistic scheduling, schedule risk analysis, productivity measurement, dependency management, and performance evaluation. Learners will develop the ability to assess uncertainty, identify schedule risks, and use data-driven insights to improve project predictability. What makes this course unique is its end-to-end approach that combines technical scheduling techniques, schedule governance, risk analysis, and strategic project alignment into one comprehensive learning experience. By the end of the course, learners will be able to confidently develop schedule models, manage project timelines, evaluate performance, and align scheduling decisions with organizational goals and project success.

This module introduces foundational project scheduling concepts, including network diagramming, resource estimation, schedule development, and critical path analysis. Learners will explore how to structure project activities, visualize dependencies, and identify key scheduling constraints. The module builds a strong base for understanding how schedules are created, analyzed, and optimized in project management.

What's included

9 videos4 assignments

9 videosβ€’Total 63 minutes
  • Arrow Diagramming Methodβ€’6 minutes
  • Resource Estimationβ€’6 minutes
  • Resource Estimation Continuesβ€’7 minutes
  • Schedule Developmentβ€’5 minutes
  • Gnatt Charts and Exampleβ€’10 minutes
  • Critical Pathβ€’7 minutes
  • Determining Critical Pathβ€’6 minutes
  • Schedule Development Process Critical Pointsβ€’5 minutes
  • Schedule Development Process Diagram-High Levelβ€’11 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Foundations of Schedule Planning Techniquesβ€’30 minutes
  • Understanding Scheduling Methodsβ€’10 minutes
  • Building the Initial Scheduleβ€’10 minutes
  • Identifying and Analyzing Critical Pathsβ€’10 minutes

This module focuses on designing scheduling workflows using process diagrams, applying Critical Path Method (CPM), and leveraging scheduling tools. Learners will understand how to visualize scheduling processes, implement structured methodologies, and manage schedule model parameters to ensure consistency and accuracy.

What's included

9 videos4 assignments

9 videosβ€’Total 71 minutes
  • Schedule Process Diagram-Detail Levelβ€’12 minutes
  • Schedule Process Diagram-Detail Level Continuesβ€’9 minutes
  • Scheduling Methodβ€’12 minutes
  • Critical Path Methodβ€’8 minutes
  • Schedule Toolβ€’8 minutes
  • Schedule Model Management Good Practicesβ€’8 minutes
  • Schedule Model Management Parameterβ€’7 minutes
  • More on Schedule Model Management Good Practicesβ€’1 minute
  • Schedule Modelβ€’7 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Schedule Process Design and Methodologiesβ€’30 minutes
  • Visualizing Schedule Processesβ€’10 minutes
  • Applying Critical Path Method (CPM)β€’10 minutes
  • Managing Schedule Model Parametersβ€’10 minutes

This module explores the creation and governance of schedule models, including data management plans, performance indicators, and baseline development. Learners will gain practical insights into building robust schedule models and establishing governance frameworks to ensure effective project planning.

What's included

9 videos4 assignments

9 videosβ€’Total 79 minutes
  • Schedule Model Instancesβ€’8 minutes
  • Schedule Data Management Planβ€’8 minutes
  • Schedule Model Management Planβ€’10 minutes
  • Schedule Model Management Plan Continuesβ€’9 minutes
  • Performance Indicators in Schedule Modelβ€’8 minutes
  • Schedule Model Creationβ€’9 minutes
  • Develop Schedule Model Baselineβ€’11 minutes
  • Sequence Activities in Develop Schedule Modelβ€’9 minutes
  • Lags in Develop Schedule Modelβ€’7 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Schedule Model Development and Planningβ€’30 minutes
  • Understanding Schedule Modelsβ€’10 minutes
  • Structuring Schedule Governanceβ€’10 minutes
  • Developing the Schedule Baselineβ€’10 minutes

This module covers the processes of schedule approval, ongoing maintenance, and performance analysis. Learners will understand how to validate schedules, manage updates, maintain records, and ensure the schedule remains aligned with project execution.

What's included

9 videos4 assignments

9 videosβ€’Total 65 minutes
  • Approve Scheduleβ€’9 minutes
  • Approve Schedule Continuesβ€’9 minutes
  • Summary of Baseline Schedule Modelβ€’4 minutes
  • Schedule Model Maintainenceβ€’8 minutes
  • Schedule Model Maintainence Continuesβ€’8 minutes
  • Upadating Schedule Modelsβ€’7 minutes
  • Example of Upadating Scheduleβ€’6 minutes
  • Maintain Records in Schedule Modelβ€’3 minutes
  • Schedule Model Analysisβ€’10 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Schedule Approval and Maintenanceβ€’30 minutes
  • Approving and Finalizing Schedulesβ€’10 minutes
  • Maintaining Schedule Modelsβ€’10 minutes
  • Updating and Managing Recordsβ€’10 minutes

This module dives into advanced scheduling concepts such as probabilistic models, schedule risk analysis, and productivity measurement. Learners will explore techniques for handling uncertainty, managing dependencies, and evaluating project performance through data-driven insights.

What's included

9 videos4 assignments

9 videosβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Probablistic Distribution Schedule Modelβ€’11 minutes
  • Schdule Risk and Open Ended Activitiesβ€’7 minutes
  • Out of Sequence(OOS) Logicβ€’9 minutes
  • Leads and Lagsβ€’5 minutes
  • Communication and Reportingβ€’5 minutes
  • Communication and Reporting Continuesβ€’7 minutes
  • Productivity Measuresβ€’2 minutes
  • Measurement Problemsβ€’6 minutes
  • Productivity Comparisonsβ€’8 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Advanced Schedule Analysis and Risk Handlingβ€’30 minutes
  • Advanced Scheduling Analyticsβ€’10 minutes
  • Managing Dependencies and Communicationβ€’10 minutes
  • Measuring Productivity and Performanceβ€’10 minutes

This module connects scheduling practices with business strategy, estimation techniques, and project closeout. Learners will understand how to align schedules with organizational goals, apply estimation methods, and conduct effective schedule monitoring and closure.

What's included

6 videos4 assignments

6 videosβ€’Total 45 minutes
  • Imporatance of Objectivesβ€’11 minutes
  • Business Objectives with Actionβ€’7 minutes
  • Function Pointsβ€’12 minutes
  • Estimation Techniquesβ€’6 minutes
  • Types of Techniques-Indetailβ€’3 minutes
  • Schedule Monitoring and Closeoutβ€’7 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Strategic Objectives and Monitoringβ€’30 minutes
  • Aligning Scheduling with Business Objectivesβ€’10 minutes
  • Estimation and Measurement Techniquesβ€’10 minutes
  • Final Monitoring and Closeoutβ€’10 minutes

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