LPU - Lovely Professional University
What you'll learn

Course Outcome CO1: Explain the fundamental principles and processes of project management, including project life cycle, scope, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management. CO2: Demonstrate proficiency in using Microsoft Project (MSP) for creating, managing, and monitoring project plans and schedules. CO3: Apply project management tools and techniques to design, plan, and execute real-world projects with measurable deliverables. Course Description: This course is designed to enhance students’ professional and technical skills through the practical application of project management principles and software-based tools. Learners will gain hands-on experience in planning, scheduling, monitoring, and controlling projects using Microsoft Project (MSP), one of the most widely used project management applications in industry.Through a project-based learning approach, the course focuses on developing essential skills such as team collaboration, leadership, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving, integrated with digital competency in project management software. Students will learn to create realistic project schedules, allocate resources, manage budgets, track progress, and assess performance metrics.By combining theory with real-world project simulation, this course bridges the gap between academic learning and industry expectations, preparing students for roles in engineering, construction, business management, and interdisciplinary project environments.

  • • Definition and Importance of Project Management • Project Life Cycle • Key Project Management Concepts and Terminologies • Role of a Project Manager
  • • Understanding Project Scope and Objectives • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) • Resource Planning and Allocation • Estimation Techniques (Time, Cost, Resources) • Importance of Milestones and Critical Path Method
  • • Introduction to Construction project management • Key Features and Functionalities • Creating a New Project Plan • Adding Tasks and Dependencies • Allocating Resources
  • • Setting Project Timelines and Deadlines • Defining and Managing Task Dependencies • Utilizing Gantt Charts for Scheduling • Resource Leveling and Conflict Resolution • Identifying Critical Paths
  • • Tracking Project Progress in Microsoft Project • Understanding Baselines and Variances • Managing Project Changes • Analyzing Resource Usage and Costs • Generating Reports and Dashboards
  • • Identifying Project Risks • Analyzing and Prioritizing Risks • Mitigation and Contingency Planning • Using Microsoft Project to Track Risks
  • • Key Activities in Project Closure • Finalizing Documentation and Reports • Archiving Project Files in Microsoft Project • Lessons Learned and Post-Project Reviews

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Humaib Nasir
Assistant Professor

Humaib Nasir is an accomplished academic and professional, currently serving as an Assistant Professor and Academic Operations Coordinator at the School of Civil Engineering, Lovely Professional University. He holds a Master’s in Environmental Engineering. He is also pursuing a Ph.D. at the National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar (NITJ), further advancing his expertise in the field. His academic achievements, combined with his international and national experiences, equip him with a well-rounded perspective. As an educator and coordinator, Humaib is committed to fostering academic excellence and operational efficiency, making him an asset to the academic community at Lovely Professional University.