Schedule Management & Critical Path—Take Control of Your Project Timelines

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Schedule Management & Critical Path—Plan, Prioritize, and Perform with Precision

Efficient time management is the backbone of successful project delivery. With our Schedule Management & Critical Path training, you’ll gain deep practical knowledge of how to plan, define, sequence, estimate, and control project schedules—ensuring your projects are delivered on time, every time. Whether you’re managing small tasks or enterprise-wide initiatives, this course empowers you with the skills and tools needed to lead confidently.

What’s Included in the Program?

Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) – Plan from the Ground Up

🔹 Learn how to break down deliverables into manageable components
🔹 Understand the connection between scope and time
🔹 Hands-on activity to create a complete WBS for a sample project

Network Diagramming & Precedence Logic – Connect the Dots

🔹 Sequence activities using Finish-to-Start, Start-to-Start, and more
🔹 Learn how to draw Activity-on-Node (AoN) diagrams
🔹 Real-world practice on defining dependencies

Critical Path Method (CPM) – Master the Longest Path

🔹 Identify critical tasks and understand float/slack
🔹 Hands-on calculations of Early Start (ES), Late Finish (LF), etc.
🔹 Case studies on optimizing schedule performance

Schedule Compression Techniques – Catch Up Without Cutting Corners

🔹 Learn how and when to use crashing or fast-tracking
🔹 Analyze trade-offs and risks of schedule acceleration
🔹 Sample case: Bringing a delayed project back on track

Project Scheduling Tools – Use What Pros Use

🔹 Microsoft Project basics: Gantt chart creation, milestones, dependencies
🔹 Excel scheduling templates and calculators
🔹 Toolkits to help you apply theory to practice immediately

Why Choose AIG’s Schedule Management Training?

Expert-Led Curriculum
Built by PMP® and Prince2® certified project professionals.

Hands-On Tools
Includes real-world templates, network diagrams, and WBS worksheets.

Actionable Learning
No fluff—only practical concepts you can apply to your next project.

Self-Paced + Instructor Support
Learn at your own pace, with mentor guidance available on demand.

Career-Oriented Content
Focus on project management roles, certifications, and interview prep.

What You’ll Learn

✔ Fundamentals of Schedule Management based on PMBOK® Guide
✔ How to create WBS, sequence tasks, and calculate project duration
✔ Application of Critical Path Method (CPM) to real projects
✔ Use of scheduling software like MS Project and Excel
✔ Risk-based thinking for timeline planning and control

Who Should Enroll?

  • Project Managers & Coordinators

  • PMP / CAPM / PRINCE2 Aspirants

  • Project Finance or Cost Controllers

  • Quality & Planning Engineers

  • Professionals involved in scope-cost-time control

Program Features

100% Online & Self-Paced
Access course modules anytime, from any device—lifetime access included.

Downloadable Scheduling Templates
WBS templates, CPM worksheets, MS Project sample files and more.

Real-World Case Studies
Explore examples from IT projects, construction, services & more.

Dual Language Delivery – English & Hinglish
Choose the language you’re comfortable with for maximum learning.

Certificate of Completion by AIG
Showcase your proficiency in project scheduling and critical path.

Access to AIG Project Management Community
Connect with mentors, alumni, and project professionals for continued learning.

Practical & Actionable Content
Guided exercises, downloadable toolkits, and industry use-cases.

Mobile App Access
Track progress, download notes, and stay connected via AIG’s Android App.

Who Should Attend AIG's Program?

Key Features of Schedule Management Training

Classroom Training

60 hours of high quality Instructor led training.

Hands on training on Data Analysis

Hands on training on Data Analysis using Minitab and live project data.

Lean Six Sigma Project

Mentor 5 Six Sigma projects to enable certification.

Get trained by Experts

At AIG get trained on lean six sigma master black belt by practicing Master Black Belts.

Flexible Class Timing

Classes at AIG can be planned as per your availability. You can attend classes in multiple of 2 hours i.e. classes can be arranged for 2,4,6,8 hours.

Flexible Payment and EMI options

You can pay your fee in installments or we can help setup EMI from the bank.

IT Driven relationship mgmt

We use Technology to make our relationship more transparent and accountable. You can download our Android App for ease.

Rich Knowledge Content made available

Get access to 100s of completed lean six sigma projects, articles and participate in discussions with industry experts.

Placement Assistance

We provide support to help you get placed. We help with interview preparation, resume building and alumni network for placement.

This course includes:

₹15,999

This course helps project professionals understand and apply tools like WBS, Network Diagrams, Critical Path, and Schedule Compression. It’s ideal for project managers, engineers, PMP/CAPM aspirants, and team leads.

No prior experience is needed, but familiarity with basic project terms will help. The course starts with the basics and progresses to advanced tools.

Fully online and self-paced with optional instructor-led sessions. Accessible via web and mobile app.

You’ll receive a Certificate of Completion from AIG, validating your understanding of schedule management concepts.

Yes, we offer placement support, resume review, and interview preparation.

Course Advisor

Neha Sharma

Neha Sharma

Lean Six Sigma Consultant

Neha Sharma, a certified MBB, PMP and LA for several ISO Standards has had experience of training greater than 1000 Six Sigma Professionals for Black Belt and Green Belt programs. She has helped several firms with success change implementations.

Pranay Kr

Pranay Kumar

LSS MBB, LA ISO 9001, 27001, 14001, 45001, 20000-1, 22301. 22001. IATF, 31000, ITIL Practioner, Prince2 Practioner, Scrum Master Etc.

CEO and Principal Consultant @AIG, Pranay has had an illustrious career of over 2.5 decades helping companies become profitable and organized. He has been instrumental in the setup of Management Systems, Lean Six Sigma Implementation, Project Mgmt framework, etc. He has mentored more than 20000 professionals in Lean Six Sigma, ISO Standards, Project Management, Digital Transformation, etc.