Activity Planning and Scheduling for Project Managers

Every successful project relies on a clear, well-structured schedule. Without proper activity planning, projects risk missed deadlines, budget overruns, and resource conflicts. This course guides you through the foundational principles of project scheduling. You will learn how to break down project scopes, sequence activities, estimate durations, and manage project timelines effectively using industry-standard techniques. What you'll learn: 1. Understand core scheduling terminology, including float, slack, and critical path. 2. Build and analyze PERT networks to estimate project durations under uncertainty. 3. Construct and interpret Gantt charts to track progress and communicate timelines. 4. Master the mechanics of 5-box and 7-box precedence diagramming methods. 5. Apply modern agile and hybrid planning concepts to adapt to changing project requirements. 6. Identify and resolve resource bottlenecks to keep your team on track. We begin with essential terminology and basic scheduling concepts before moving into practical diagramming techniques and modern workflow integration. This text-based course is designed for beginners, project coordinators, and team leaders with no prior scheduling experience. Start reading today to bring structure and predictability to your next project.