How to Create a Project Schedule - 21 Steps in 5 Stages

The video tutorial outlines 21 steps for creating a project schedule, divided into five stages: schedule framework, task framework, analysis, review, and sign-off. It covers setting milestones, identifying tasks and dependencies, calculating task durations, analyzing the critical path, and reviewing the schedule for errors. The final steps involve creating a Gantt chart and placing the schedule under version control.

What is the first step in establishing a project schedule framework?

• Add discretionary milestones

• Consider resource constraints

• Determine working hours

• Start with fixed milestones

Which step involves identifying the tasks needed for the project schedule?

• Step 6

• Step 7

• Step 8

• Step 9

What is a lag in the context of task dependencies?

• A task that requires more resources

• A gap between dependent tasks

• A task that is completed ahead of schedule

• A task that starts before another finishes

How is the duration of a task calculated?

• By the number of milestones

• By the number of dependencies

• By the amount of work and resources assigned

• By the number of tasks

What is the purpose of calculating the critical path in a project schedule?

• To identify the shortest path to project completion

• To allocate resources efficiently

• To determine the longest sequence of dependent tasks

• To set fixed milestones

What should be considered during the critical review of a draft schedule?

• Only the task dependencies

• The final sign-off process

• Only the project milestones

• Risks, errors, and assumptions

What is the final step in the project schedule creation process?

• Create a Gantt chart

• Place the schedule under version control

• Calculate task durations

• Submit for external review