$149
Online - self-paced
6.5 Hours to complete
Overview
Effective project management hinges on clearly defined scope, realistic scheduling, and disciplined cost control. This course breaks down those three pillars, giving you hands-on experience with proven techniques and tools used by successful project managers. From defining deliverables and sequencing tasks to estimating activity durations and tracking budgets, you’ll gain practical strategies for managing constraints and avoiding common pitfalls like scope creep, schedule slippage, and cost overruns.
Through real-world examples, templates, and scenario-based learning, you’ll build confidence applying PMBOK® best practices, which is essential preparation for the CAPM® exam and for managing projects in any industry.
Key Benefits
- Learn to define and control project scope
- Develop accurate schedules with task dependencies
- Apply cost estimation and budgeting techniques
- Prevent scope creep and missed deadlines
- Build confidence with real-world scenarios and tools
What’s Included
- Scope, schedule, and cost management templates
- CAPM®-aligned lessons and terminology
- Downloadable WBS, RTM, and budget models
- Hands-on estimating and sequencing practice
- Cost control and Earned Value Management (EVM) walkthroughs
Earn PMI PDUs in this course
This course qualifies for 6.5 PMI® PDUs:
- 6.5 in Ways of Working
Log the hours in your PMI® account toward a new CAPM® or an active renewal cycle.
Course Modules
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Certificate program
This course is a part of the following certificate program:

Who this course is designed for
- Career-switchers entering the field of project management
- Early-career professionals preparing for the CAPM® exam
- Team leads and contributors involved in budget or scheduling tasks
- Anyone seeking foundational control over project scope, schedule, and cost
- Professionals transitioning into roles that require planning and estimating skills
Outcomes
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
- Create and manage a Scope Management Plan
- Define and validate deliverables using tools like RTMs and WBS
- Build and sequence a project schedule using logic-based task relationships
- Estimate task durations and apply compression techniques
- Develop and track project budgets using EVM and forecasting
- Align scope, time, and cost for consistent project delivery
Practical skills you will develop
This program equips learners with vital skills to thrive in today's complex workforce. Key skills include:
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