Project Planning & Control: CPM/PERT & EVM
The Project Planning and Control - Practitioner course by Koenig Original equips project managers, planning engineers, and project control professionals with advanced techniques to deliver projects on time and within budget, addressing the industry challenge where 77% of projects fail to meet original timelines. It provides mastery in scheduling, risk mitigation, and performance monitoring using data-driven controls.
This course prepares learners for the APMG International Project Planning and Control Practitioner certification, featuring Koenig’s Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling for flexible, uninterrupted training access. Graduates gain the expertise to lead complex projects with confidence, driving efficiency and career advancement in project-intensive industries.
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Course Overview
The Project Planning and Control - Practitioner course by Koenig Original is designed for professionals aiming to master advanced project planning and control methodologies, preparing them for the rigorous Project Planning and Control™ Practitioner certification exam. This intensive program serves project managers, planning engineers, and project control engineers who are responsible for managing complex project lifecycles across industries such as construction, energy, and infrastructure. With demand rising—25% of project controls professionals report salary misalignment with responsibility according to the 2026 PACE Market Report—organizations increasingly seek certified practitioners to ensure project delivery precision. The course equips learners with a structured approach to defining scope, developing schedules, managing risks, and maintaining cost control, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
Participants engage with essential tools and frameworks including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Gantt charts, risk assessment matrices, earned value analysis, and configuration management systems. The hands-on lab component, delivered through interactive classroom simulations and real-world case studies, enables students to build comprehensive project plans from initiation to closure. Using official courseware and guided exercises, learners develop detailed project budgets, integrated schedules, and control mechanisms for a simulated infrastructure project, applying techniques like S-curve analysis and milestone tracking. These practical sessions are conducted in a live online environment via Zoom, mirroring real-time collaboration platforms used in enterprise project management, ensuring participants gain applicable skills in a realistic setting.
Earning the Project Planning and Control™ Practitioner certification validates expertise recognized across global project-driven industries, with certified professionals commanding average salaries of £67,138 for mid-to-senior roles, as reported by Infraspec in 2026. This Koenig Original course not only prepares candidates for the open-book, 3-hour 20-minute exam with an 8-question complex multiple-choice format but also enhances career advancement potential in high-demand sectors like nuclear, defence, and major infrastructure. A key differentiator of Koenig’s training is its Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling and access to expert instructors with real-world project experience, ensuring personalized learning support. Graduates emerge ready to lead mission-critical projects with confidence, driving efficiency, compliance, and successful delivery in complex organizational environments.
What You'll Learn
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- Knowledge equivalent to the Project Planning and Control - Practitioner certification by Koenig Original or similar training
- Clear understanding of all project lifecycle phases, from initiation through closure, as defined by industry standards
- Skill in interpreting and developing work breakdown structures (WBS) and WBS dictionaries for effective project organization
- Practical experience in applying scheduling tools like Gantt charts and critical path method (CPM) to manage project timelines
- Familiarity with project risk management practices, including maintaining risk registers to identify and mitigate potential issues
- Ability to monitor project performance accurately using cost and schedule control metrics for better decision-making
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the Project Planning & Control: CPM/PERT & EVM certification exam
Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Project Definition and Scope Management
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Day 2– Planning and Breakdown Structures
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Day 3– Scheduling and Resource Planning
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Day 4– Risk, Change, and Control
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Day 5– Monitoring, Closure, and Lessons Learned
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of Project Planning & Control: CPM/PERT & EVM certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Project Planning & Control: CPM/PERT & EVM certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Certified Project Manager
- Expert Project Planner
- Strategic Project Controller
- Program Coordinator
- Senior Project Analyst
- Project Management Consultant
Companies Hiring
and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking Project Planning & Control: CPM/PERT & EVM certified professionals
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“Passed AZ-104 on first attempt. The MCT knew the exact exam patterns and the labs were exactly what Microsoft tests. Worth every penny.”
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“I trained 15 of my team members for SC-200. Koenig's on-site delivery was seamless and all 15 passed within 3 months.”
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“The 1-on-1 format was a game changer. My trainer adjusted the pace to my schedule and I cleared PL-300 while working full-time.”
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“Passed AZ-104 on first attempt. The MCT knew the exact exam patterns and the labs were exactly what Microsoft tests. Worth every penny.”
AZ-104 Certified ✓ Verified -
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“I trained 15 of my team members for SC-200. Koenig's on-site delivery was seamless and all 15 passed within 3 months.”
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“The 1-on-1 format was a game changer. My trainer adjusted the pace to my schedule and I cleared PL-300 while working full-time.”
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“From AZ-900 to AZ-305 in 6 months. Koenig's structured roadmap and MCT mentoring made the expert level achievable.”
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“As an L&D head I've used 5 training vendors. Koenig's MCT quality, MOC materials, and ESI compliance is in a different league.”
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“SC-900 and SC-300 back to back — both cleared first try. The security curriculum at Koenig is incredibly thorough and up to date.”
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“From AZ-900 to AZ-305 in 6 months. Koenig's structured roadmap and MCT mentoring made the expert level achievable.”
AZ-305 Expert ✓ Verified -
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“As an L&D head I've used 5 training vendors. Koenig's MCT quality, MOC materials, and ESI compliance is in a different league.”
100+ Learners Trained ✓ Verified -
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“SC-900 and SC-300 back to back — both cleared first try. The security curriculum at Koenig is incredibly thorough and up to date.”
SC-300 Certified ✓ Verified
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“AI-102 was daunting but the trainer broke it down perfectly. Real Azure OpenAI labs made the difference. Highly recommend.”
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“DP-600 Fabric certification done in 3 weeks of part-time study. The customised schedule around my timezone was a lifesaver.”
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“Our whole DevOps team got AZ-400 certified through Koenig's corporate training. Smooth logistics and top-tier MCTs throughout.”
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“AI-102 was daunting but the trainer broke it down perfectly. Real Azure OpenAI labs made the difference. Highly recommend.”
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“DP-600 Fabric certification done in 3 weeks of part-time study. The customised schedule around my timezone was a lifesaver.”
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