PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) Exam Preparatory Course
An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) Exam Preparatory Course

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
14 - 18 Sep 2026 Riyadh $ 5,950

Introduction

This comprehensive PMI‑SP® Exam Preparation training course is designed for project professionals responsible for developing, maintaining, and governing project schedules. As organizations increasingly rely on structured project management practices, the need for robust scheduling methodologies becomes essential. Effective schedule management not only enhances project delivery but also ensures alignment with organizational strategy and business value.

This GLOMACS PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) Exam Preparatory training course equips participants with the full spectrum of knowledge, tools, and techniques required to build, analyze, monitor, and control project schedules. It blends foundational scheduling principles with advanced analytical methods, ensuring participants gain both conceptual understanding and practical application skills. Aligned with the PMI‑SP® Exam Content Outline, the training course prepares attendees to confidently sit for the certification exam by covering all five domains through a balanced mix of theory, practice, and exam‑oriented insights.

Key Highlights

  • Formulating a comprehensive project schedule strategy
  • Planning and developing the project schedule
  • Monitoring and controlling schedule performance
  • Managing stakeholder engagement and communication
  • Executing formal schedule closure activities

Objectives

By the end of this PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) Exam Preparatory training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand and articulate the principles behind project schedule strategy
  • Develop a complete and realistic project schedule plan
  • Apply effective monitoring and controlling techniques
  • Build and implement stakeholder engagement and communication plans
  • Conduct formal project and schedule closure activities
  • Confidently prepare for and approach the PMI‑SP® certification exam

Training Methodology

The ATP Facilitator will guide participants through structured learning modules, practical templates, and exam‑oriented resources, offering continuous support throughout the pre‑exam journey. The training course is delivered through dynamic, instructor‑led sessions enriched with real‑world case studies, scenario‑based exercises, and interactive group discussions.

Participants will engage in self‑assessments, collaborative activities, and hands‑on application of concepts using visual tools such as PowerPoint, flip charts, and practical frameworks. This immersive approach ensures deep understanding, strong retention, and the ability to apply concepts immediately in real project environments.

Organisational Impact

Organizations will benefit from:

  • A standardized and reliable methodology for schedule development and maintenance
  • Stronger alignment between project execution and organizational strategy
  • Early detection of schedule‑related risks
  • Improved stakeholder communication and engagement
  • Consistent scheduling practices across teams and departments
  • Increased confidence in delivering projects on time and achieving expected outcomes

Personal Impact

Participants will gain:

  • Advanced, industry‑recognized scheduling skills
  • Enhanced career opportunities and global recognition
  • Stronger leadership capabilities in project environments
  • Improved estimating, planning, and scheduling proficiency
  • Greater confidence in collaborating with project stakeholders

Who should Attend?

This GLOMACS PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) Exam Preparatory training course is aligned with the latest PMI‑SP® Exam Content Outline and is ideal for professionals seeking to strengthen their scheduling expertise or prepare for the PMI‑SP® certification exam.

It is particularly beneficial for:

  • Project Managers
  • Project Planners
  • Project Schedulers
  • Project Team Members
  • Functional Managers
  • Business Analysts
  • Professionals pursuing PMI‑SP® certification
Course Outline
Day 1

Introduction and Core Concepts

  • Course opening and objectives review
  • Overview of the PMI‑SP® certification
  • PMI‑SP® Exam Domains
  • Fundamental principles of project scheduling
  • Relationship between scope, schedule, and resources
  • Estimation techniques
  • Scheduling fundamentals
  • Project planning essentials
Day 2

Developing the Schedule Strategy

  • Defining the scheduling approach
  • Identifying schedule inputs and planning assumptions
  • Establishing schedule governance
  • Common planning errors and how to avoid them
  • Scheduling techniques and methodologies
  • Creating project network diagrams
  • Developing the critical path and establishing the schedule baseline
Day 3

Advanced Scheduling Techniques

  • Assessing schedule quality
  • Float analysis
  • Near‑critical path and convergence analysis
  • Schedule compression techniques
  • What‑if scenario analysis
  • Integrating risk with the project schedule
Day 4

Schedule Monitoring and Control

  • Distinguishing monitoring from controlling
  • Collecting schedule performance data
  • Analyzing current performance
  • Forecasting schedule outcomes
  • Earned Value and Earned Schedule Management
  • Managing schedule changes
  • Preparing and presenting schedule reports
Day 5

Schedule Closure, Stakeholder Engagement & Exam Readiness

  • Conducting schedule closure activities
  • Stakeholder engagement strategies
  • Communication management principles
  • Capturing schedule lessons learned
  • Exam preparation tips and guidance
  • Course wrap‑up and final reflections
Certificates
  • Upon successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates. Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Providers

Endorsed Education Provider

NASBA
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