Mastering Project Management with Microsoft Project

Course Description

This course is designed to: • Understand project management principles and lifecycle • Develop project plans, define scopes, and create WBS • Use Microsoft Project for scheduling, resource management, and tracking • Master critical path analysis, resource leveling, and conflict resolution • Monitor and control projects with reporting tools and variance analysis • Enhance decision-making, risk management, and problem-solving skills Learning Outcome: • Understand the principles of project management and the project lifecycle. • Learn to develop project plans, define scopes, and create work breakdown structures (WBS). • Use Microsoft Project for scheduling tasks, managing resources, and tracking progress. • Master critical path analysis, resource leveling, and conflict resolution. • Monitor and control projects effectively using reporting tools and variance analysis. • Enhance decision-making, risk management, and problem-solving skills

Course Fee Seats Limited

₹1500.00

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 -7 PM and Sun 5 PM -7 PM
Days
Monday to Sunday
Registration Till
10 Aug 2026
Duration
Tentative ClassStart Date
4th Week of August
Duration
Eligible Schools:
Certificate Criteria
Certificate Criteria
75% attendance, 50% score in all Exams/CA

Curriculum Snapshot

Explore the comprehensive course modules

1 Project Planning and Scheduling using Microsoft Project (MSP)

Network Diagrams, and Critical Path, Practical Exercise: Develop a complete construction schedule in MSP (e.g., residential/commercial building) Cost planning and budgeting techniques, Resource leveling and optimization in MSP

2 Construction Risk Management

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

3 Introduction to Project Management in Construction

Fundamentals of project management and its relevance in construction industry ,Project life cycle: Initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure Stakeholders project organization structures, and communication plans, Key skills for project managers: leadership, teamwork, negotiation, and decision-making

4 Project Planning and Scheduling using Microsoft Project (MSP)

Overview of MSP interface and workspace Creating project calendars, defining tasks, milestones, and dependencies Developing Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for construction projects Resource allocation (labor, materials, equipment) and cost estimation Creating and interpreting Gantt Charts

5 Contract Management and Legal Framework

Fundamentals of construction contracts and procurement systems FIDIC and Indian standard forms of contract overview Roles and responsibilities of clients, contractors, and consultants Contract administration: tendering, documentation, dispute resolution

6 Project Monitoring, Control, and Reporting

Tracking project progress and updating schedules in MSP Generating performance and progress reports Managing delays, variations, and extensions of time

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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