Professional Skill Development using Microsoft Project for Effective Project Management

Course Description

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.

Course Fee Seats Limited

₹1250.00

Course Details

Duration
Duration
30 HRS
Duration
Course Label
SkillDevelopment
Certificate
Certificate
Yes
Course Language
English
Duration
Course Mode
Online
Duration
Timings
Mon-Sat: 6 PM - 8 PM and Sun: 6 PM - 9 PM
Days
Monday to Sunday
Registration Till
05 Jun 2026
Duration
Tentative ClassStart Date
2nd Week of June
Duration
Eligible Schools:
All Schools
Certificate Criteria
Certificate Criteria
75% attendance, 50% score in all Exams/CA

Curriculum Snapshot

Explore the comprehensive course modules

1 Introduction to Project Management

• Definition and Importance of Project Management • Project Life Cycle • Key Project Management Concepts and Terminologies • Role of a Project Manager

2 Project Planning and Scheduling

• 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

3 Overview of Construction project management with resource allocation

• Introduction to Construction project management • Key Features and Functionalities • Creating a New Project Plan • Adding Tasks and Dependencies • Allocating Resources

4 Scheduling Techniques

• Setting Project Timelines and Deadlines • Defining and Managing Task Dependencies • Utilizing Gantt Charts for Scheduling • Resource Leveling and Conflict Resolution • Identifying Critical Paths

5 Monitoring and Controlling Projects

• Tracking Project Progress in Microsoft Project • Understanding Baselines and Variances • Managing Project Changes • Analyzing Resource Usage and Costs • Generating Reports and Dashboards

6 Risk Management and Mitigation

• Identifying Project Risks • Analyzing and Prioritizing Risks • Mitigation and Contingency Planning • Using Microsoft Project to Track Risks

7 Closing Projects Effectively

• 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

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.