CYMC 881 - Project Management for Non-Project Managers - Planning and Scheduling
Course Description
Have you ever been part of a project that fell behind schedule as soon as it started? Planning and scheduling are an important foundation for project success.
In this Curv Microcredential, you will demonstrate your ability to develop a project plan and schedule to effectively document the actions required to reach your goal. You will also revisit how to estimate the duration of each planned activity and identify relationships and dependencies between activities.
Stay one step ahead with a Curv Microcredential that will give you confidence in knowing you have certified expertise in project planning and scheduling.
What to Expect
This Curv Microcredential shows that you are an expert in project planning and scheduling. When you sign up, we provide refresher resources and exercises that you can do on your own to practice your skills. Then, you will be asked to complete an assessment to demonstrate your competency. Your work will be reviewed by an expert and you will receive a personalized result. If you meet our standard for expertise, you will receive a Toronto Metropolitan University Curv Microcredential from The Chang School that proves you can:
- Identify and document actions required for each activity to produce project deliverables
- Identify and document relationships and dependencies
- Estimate the duration of each activity
- Develop a project schedule
Meet the Industry Expert
Meet Claudia! This microcredential was created by Claudia Gomez-Villeneuve, an expert in project management and a keynote speaker in the field. Claudia is a project manager, professional engineer, and experienced university instructor. She teaches project management, construction, and engineering at five different universities across Canada and South America. She is also the founder of Women in Engineering Summit (WES), with a mission to support the 30 by 30 Initiative by Engineers Canada.
Who Should Take This Program?
This program is suitable for anyone seeking to boost their capability in project planning and scheduling. You may be a self-taught project manager who has gained real-world experience and skills in planning and scheduling that deserve formal recognition. You also may be a project sponsor or project stakeholder tired of missed deadlines and lost milestones. This credential demonstrates your commitment to getting the foundation of a project in place to ensure success downstream.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements for this microcredential?
You should have foundational knowledge and skills before enrolling. If you can answer ‘yes’ to all of the following statements, then you may be ready to enrol:
- General knowledge of project management processes or experience running a project
- Understanding of the benefit of planning and scheduling tools and approaches
- Experience using Google suite and generating PDF documents
- Working knowledge of screen capture on your computer or device
- Ability to explain your thinking and decision-making in a clear, concise, and professional manner
What do I need to do for the assessment?
The assessment will involve a series of questions about project planning and scheduling and will test your ability to complete both a project network diagram and a gantt chart template. Guidelines will be provided to you to assist you in completing this task.
What are the technological requirements for the assessment?
You will need a:
- Stable Internet connection (no minimum connection speed required)
- Computer with an Internet browser (e.g., Edge, Safari, Chrome, Firefox, etc.) Note: Chrome Internet browser is recommended for optimal experience
- Mobile phone* capable of receiving an SMS text message
*Why do I need a mobile phone? To log in to the my.torontomu.ca portal and access the microcredential environment (D2L Brightspace), you will need a mobile device for two-factor authentication.
How much time do I have to complete the assessment after enrolling?
Your microcredential will last two weeks. In the first week, you will have access to the microcredential environment (D2L Brightspace) to explore the supporting materials and practice activities that prepare you for the assessment. The supporting materials are self-paced and can take approximately two to seven hours to complete, depending on your prior knowledge and experience.
In the second week, you will gain access to the assessment. You will be able to open the assessment window at any time within that second week. Depending on the microcredential, the assessment window may be time limited (for example, three hours).
What are my support options?
Upon enrolling, you will have access to refresher resources and exercises. Your expert assessor will be available through the D2L Support Forum for any questions prior to the assessment. If you have any questions or experience any technical issues, you may contact Toronto Metropolitan University’s Computing and Communications Services (CCS) by email or phone.
What happens once I complete the assessment?
A week after you complete the assessment, you will receive your result from an expert assessor.
If you are able to meet the criteria and pass the assessment, you will receive a shareable Toronto Metropolitan University digital credential. This credential can be shared on your LinkedIn profile, personal website, or anywhere you want to display your achievements.
If you are not able to meet the criteria and do not pass the assessment, you can re-enrol and try again when the next offering of this microcredential is available. Be sure to review your feedback and ensure that you have filled any gaps in knowledge or skill before registering for a future offering of this microcredential.