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Critical Chain Project Management (24 PDUs)
With this course you will develop understanding and ability to apply critical chain and network diagrams to project management and process management.
- Implement CCPM with confidence: identify the critical chain, level resources, size/manage project, feeding, and resource buffers, and control execution with fever charts.
- PMI-aligned credit: 24 PDUs (Ways of Working) / 24 contact hours with an instant completion certificate and step-by-step CCRS submission guidance.
- Hands-on and practical: guided exercises and case simulations applying TOC principles (5 Focusing Steps, drum-buffer-rope, WIP limits) for single- and multi-project environments.
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| Title | Course Type | Duration | Price | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Chain Project Management (24 PDU) | Online | 30 Days | $495 | Register |
Critical Chain Project Management
This course is suitable for middle or upper management and professionals with 5-6 years of project management experience. With this course you will develop understanding and ability to apply critical chain and network diagrams to project management and process management. Ideally, course takers should have previously passed the Project Management Institute’s (PMI)? Project Management Professional (PMP)?, or similar exam, and/or have significant experience in running projects.
PMTI has been Reviewed and Approved as a Provider of Project Management Training by the PMI®
As a Premium PMI Authorized Training Partner, PMTI is licensed, endorsed, and authorized for PMP certification training.PMI ATP status is awarded only to established, high-quality, and financially-sound project management education providers that are aligned to PMI’s core values and offer courses aligned to the PMI Talent Triangle. Training organizations that carry the PMI ATP Program Logo reflect PMI and must undergo an extensive evaluation of their companies to earn this designation.
Critical Chain Project Management Concept
- Critical Chain Project Management – 24 PDUs/contact hours
- Self-study plan designed with your success in mind
- Developed by Dr.Barbara Doll well known instructor in project management industry
- Incorporates our highly acclaimed adult accelerated learning techniques developed by Colin Rose
- Unique & Innovative learning experience combines online and self-study techniques
What You'll Get?
- Real life case studies from Dr.Barbara Doll decades of research in critical chain project management
- Incorporates a combination of adult accelerated learning techniques
- Critical Chain Schedule student study guide (extra shipping charges applicable for addresses outside USA)
- 30-day access to online course
Learning Strategies
- MasterItFaster? Techniques from Colin Rose
- Multiple learning styles
- Repetition through various instructional methods
- Using different ways of assimilating the same knowledge
- Mnemonics and study aids for instant recall
- Online practice tests
- Information needed to be memorized is compressed and summarized
- Developing of test-taking strategies
Course Contents
- Introduction to project management
- Introduction to critical chain project management
- Integration Management
- Project Scope Management
- Project Time
- Solutions for a Project
- Critical Chain Control
- Cost Management
- Human Resource Management
- Communication Management
- Risk Management
- Procurement Management
- Multiple Project Management
- Assessments
Why PMTI?
This exceptional Critical Chain Project management training course was designed, developed, and is delivered online by Dr.Barbara Doll. Barbara A. Doll has more than 20 years experience as a consultant, educator, engineer, computer analyst and software developer in the project management, heavy equipment, electronics, semiconductor, ERP and manufacturing fields. She has created and implemented scheduling and control tools for both manufacturing and service industries.
Dr.Doll has published numerous articles on the subjects of lean manufacturing and project management, most recently in the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) Journal and the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Journal. She has consulted with many companies of all sizes on improving processes, productivity and project management.
System Requirements
- A high-bandwidth internet connection
- Internet Explorer 6.0 or better
- Intel Pentium 500 MHz or better
- 64 MB ram or better
- MP3 audio player
- Audio speakers
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I learn?
Identify the critical chain, level resources, size/manage project, feeding, and resource buffers, and control execution using fever charts and TOC principles.
PDUs & categories?
24 PDUs / 24 contact hours, primarily Ways of Working (Talent Triangle).
Do I need prior CCPM experience?
No—helpful but not required. We cover the Theory of Constraints basics and the 5 Focusing Steps.
How is the course delivered?
Live online with recordings. Team on-site workshops available on request.
Will we cover multi-project environments?
Yes—portfolio-level CCPM concepts, drum-buffer-rope, WIP limits, and synchronization across teams.
Are there hands-on exercises?
Yes—guided simulations, buffer management drills, and fever-chart interpretation.
What materials do I receive?
Slides, practice datasets, and reference checklists for buffer sizing and governance cadences.
How do I claim PDUs?
We provide a completion certificate and clear CCRS submission steps.
Is software required?
No specific CCPM software is required. Concepts are taught tool-agnostically with spreadsheet demos.
Can you tailor content for our processes?
Yes—private cohorts can incorporate your workflows, resource constraints, and governance rhythm.
