Project Planning and Network Planning Techniques
Recognise the role of planning as a process and to understand the different planning techniques and their application in project.
Duration
2 weeksWeekly study
3 hours
Project Planning and Network Planning Techniques
Planning and control are at the core of project management. These address the need to assert control over time and resources to achieve the desired outcomes for the project. Control, however, has two connotations. The first connotation is related to the exercise of power to effect change, whilst the second, more important connotation, relates to the notion of knowing and comparing where a project is, as opposed to where it should be. This comparison can only be made if solid plans are available, thus, planning is an essential activity that enables the effective control and management of any project.
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What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...
- Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the systems, processes and techniques required to plan and control project.
- Develop a critical insight into the use of a variety of techniques to enable effective planning and control of projects for effective management of all aspects of a project, including resources, time and cost
- Asess data and information, and to critically evaluate its relevance and validity.
- Assess problems and to synthesise a range of appropriate solutions, both recognised and innovative
Who is the course for?
For students enrolled on Anglia Ruskin University’s MSc Project Management Programme
Who will you learn with?
I am an Online Content Technician for Anglia Ruskin University. I work collaboratively with academics in the creation and application of online content on our distance learning programmes.
Who developed the course?
Anglia Ruskin University
ARU is a global university with campuses across the East of England. They are passionate about transforming lives through innovative, inclusive and entrepreneurial education and research.
Established
1858Location
Cambridge, UKWorld ranking
Top 350Source: Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2018
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