Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management ( Batch 6 )
Features
Programme Overview
"Great projects are not just delivered—they are crafted through strategic alignment, innovation, and leadership."
The CEP, IIT Delhi's Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management (EPAPM) - Batch 06! In today's fast-paced and project-driven economy, effective project management has become a cornerstone for successful businesses. This programme is designed to empower professionals with advanced tools and methodologies to excel in managing complex projects across industries. Through this seven-month programme, you will master project management fundamentals, including strategic alignment with organizational goals, resource management, and project risk management, while developing skills to lead projects from planning to closure. Explore agile practices and advanced strategies for building high-performance teams, managing communication, and resolving conflicts to excel in dynamic project environments.
Whether you are a seasoned project manager seeking to refine your expertise or an aspiring professional aiming to transition into this dynamic field, CEP, IIT Delhi's Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management will elevate your project management capabilities, preparing you for leadership roles in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
Join us and transform your approach to project management with insights from one of India's top-ranked institutions.
₹ 1,15,000 + 18 % GST
Class Schedule
Saturday, 10:00 AM to 01:30 PM
Eligibility Criteria
Graduates in any discipline
Programme Highlights
A Programme From The Department Of Management Studies, IIT Delhi; DMS Is Ranked # 4 In NIRF (2026) And IITD Is Ranked 1st In India In The QS World University Rankings: Southern Asia 2027.
7 -month, Online Programme For Working Professionals.
Peer-learning And Networking Opportunities.
3 .5 Hours Sessions Per Weekend.
E-certificate Issued By CEP, IIT Delhi.
Hands-on Experience Using Primavera P 6 .
Experiential Learning With Harvard Case Studies.
Programme Modules
Topics:
Project Lifecycle
Current drivers of Project Management
Project Governance
Project Management Processes and their classification
Project Integration Management
Learning Outcomes:
Understand the foundational principles, lifecycle, and governance of projects; familiarize with key project integration processes.
Topics:
Strategic Management Process
Project Portfolio Management
Financial Models to evaluate project feasibility
Managing the Portfolio system
Project Management Structure, Organization Culture
Learning Outcomes:
Learn to align project management with organizational strategy; apply portfolio and financial models for project selection.
Topics:
Project scope and Priorities
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and integration
Responsibility Matrices
Estimating Project Times and Costs
Methods for estimation
Critical Path Method
Crashing in CPM
Project evaluation review technique
Monte Carlo Simulation methods in Project Management
Learning Outcomes:
Develop project scope, WBS, and schedules; estimate time, cost, and analyse risks using tools like CPM and Monte Carlo simulation.
Topics:
Resource Scheduling Problem
Types of resource constraints
Classification of projects based on resources
Resource Allocation Methods
Benefits of Scheduling resources
Multiproject resource schedules
Developing Project Cost baseline
Learning Outcomes:
Gain proficiency in handling resource constraints and multi project schedules; understand resource allocation and cost baselines.
Topics:
Theory of constraints
Critical Chain solution to Project scheduling
Critical chain activity network
Critical Chain Project Portfolio Management
Learning Outcomes:
Apply Theory of Constraints to scheduling; implement Critical Chain methodology for improved project execution.
Topics:
Cost Management basics, Cost Estimation
Creating a project budget
Top-down and Bottom-up budgeting, Activity-based costing, Budget uncertainty and risk management
Risk management process
Risk Breakdown Structure
Contingency Planning
Opportunity Management
Change control Management
Risk Management Tools
Risk Mitigation Strategies
Learning Outcomes:
Master cost estimation, budgeting methods, and risk/uncertainty management through structured budgeting and control techniques.
Topics:
Basics of financial management
Options, futures and contracts
Real options, Real options in project management
Advantages of using real options in project management
Learning Outcomes:
Apply real options thinking to enhance strategic decision-making and flexibility in project investment evaluation.
Topics:
Project leadership
Managing Project Stakeholders
Social network building
Team development models
Building high-performance project teams
Managing virtual project teams
Project team pitfalls
Learning Outcomes:
Build and manage effective, high-performance, and virtual teams; learn stakeholder and leadership engagement strategies.
Topics:
Enhancing Virtual Communication through Digital Collaboration Tools
Virtual Project Team Management Strategies
Best Practices for Digital Presentations and Reporting in Projects
Global Issues in Project Management
Learning Outcomes:
Use digital tools to enhance collaboration in distributed teams; apply best practices for virtual project management.
Topics:
The Planning-Monitoring-Controlling cycle
Monitoring Project Performance
Earned Value analysis and Indexes
Purposes of Project Control
Control of change and scope creep
Learning Outcomes:
Learn to monitor and control project performance using tools like EVA; understand scope change control and feedback cycles.
Topics:
Traditional versus Agile methods
Steps in Agile PM
Agile PM in action: Scrum
Applying agile PM to large-scale projects
Limitations
Learning Outcomes:
Differentiate traditional and agile methods; implement agile practices such as Scrum in real-world projects.
Topics:
Transactions cost theory and the theory of firms
Outsourcing project work
Best practices in outsourcing
Managing customer relations
Contract Management:
Fixed Price contracts
Cost Plus Contracts
Contract Management Control System
Learning Outcomes:
Understand outsourcing strategies and contract types; manage vendor/customer relations and contract performance.
Topics:
Data analytic methods in project management
Data analytics applied to Project Selection
Resource Assignment, Resource Scheduling, and Project risk management
Use Cases of Data-driven decision making in project management
Learning Outcomes:
Leverage analytics for project selection, resource planning, and risk mitigation; apply data-based decision-making approaches.
Topics:
Applications of AI and Machine Learning Techniques in Project Management
Use Cases for Machine Learning and AI for issues in project Management
Impact of Digital Tools and Software on Project Efficiency (e.g., Jira, Asana)
Learning Outcomes:
Explore AI/ML applications and digital tools for improving project efficiency and decision quality.
Topics Covered:
Project Audit
Project Audit life cycle
Audit report
Types of project closure
Wrap-up closure activities
Post-Implementation evaluation
Retrospectives
Learning Outcomes:
Learn to conduct audits, manage project closure, and derive insights through post-implementation reviews.
Note: The list of tools and topics mentioned is indicative and may be modified as per programme requirements and at the discretion of the Programme Coordinator.
Learning Outcomes
Develop a comprehensive understanding of project management principles, including strategic alignment, resource management, and risk management.
Gain practical skills to:
Plan, monitor, and control projects efficiently.
Apply agile practices for complex projects.
Ensure project quality and timely delivery.
Lead high-performance teams by improving communication, managing resources, and resolving conflicts.
Navigate project outsourcing and contracts to ensure successful stakeholder collaborations.
Enhance your career prospects as a strategic project management leader across industries.
Tools
Miro
Jira
Mixpanel
Asana
Figma
Notion
Selenium
Test Rail
Programme Coordinator
Professor Prasanna R
Assistant Professor
Department of Management Studies
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Prof. Prasanna is an Assistant Professor of Operations at the Department of Management Studies, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. He is a Fellow in Production and Quantitative Methods from the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad and a post-doctoral fellow from John Molson School of Business, Concordia University, Canada. Prior to his fellow degree, he worked at Mahindra Auto Sector where he obtained a rich industrial experience in New Product Development, Project Management, and Manufacturing & Supplier Quality Assurance. His research broadly falls into applications that include, Project and Process Management, Business Analytics, Supply chain logistics, and Network Design Applications. He has been associated with projects under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Archaeological Survey of India, and Food Corporation of India, and has also conducted similar CEP, MDP, and TEQIP programmes.
Programme Sample Certificate
Candidates who score at least 50% marks overall and have minimum attendance of 60% will receive an ‘E-Certificate of Successful Completion’ from CEP, IIT Delhi.
Candidate having more than 50% attendance of total session held will receive an E-Certificate of participation from CEP, IIT Delhi.
The organising department for this programme is the Department of Management Studies.
Only e-certificates will be issued by CEP, IIT Delhi.
Installment Schedule
Programme Fees: 1,15,000 + 18 % GST
Instalment | Instalment Date | Amount** |
Application Fee* | To be paid at the time of application | 1,000/- |
1st Instalment | To be paid at acceptance of the Offer | 40,000/- |
2nd Instalment | 6th March, 2027 | 37,500/- |
3rd Instalment | 6th April, 2027 | 37,500/- |
Note:
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Refund Policy
Candidates can withdraw within 15 days from the programme start date. A total of 80% of the total fee received will be refunded. However, the applicable tax amount paid will not be refunded on the paid amount.
Candidates withdrawing after 15 days from the start of the programme session will not be eligible for any refund.
If you wish to withdraw from the programme, you must email to cepaccounts@admin.iitd.ac.in and icare@timespro.com, stating your intent to withdraw. The refund, if applicable, will be processed within 30 working days from the date of receiving the withdrawal request.
Frequently asked questions
The CEP, IIT Delhi's Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management course runs for seven months. Classes are conducted online every Saturday for three and a half hours. The format is designed to accommodate working professionals while covering comprehensive project management tools, methods, and real-world applications through a structured academic curriculum.
Any graduate with at least a (10+2+3) qualification from a recognized university can apply. The CEP, IIT Delhi's Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management is ideal for professionals, recent graduates, or entrepreneurs managing or planning to manage structured projects across different sectors or industries.
The total programme fee is ₹1,15,000 + GST. The application fee of ₹1,000 + 18% GST is non-refundable and non-transferable. This fee is separate from the programme fee and will not be adjusted against it. EMI and loan options are available through TimesPro; however, CEP IIT Delhi is not responsible for any financing services.
The programme is delivered through live online sessions in a Direct-to-Device (D2D) format. This allows learners to interact with faculty and peers in real-time, ensuring a more collaborative and immersive experience in this CEP, IIT Delhi's Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management.
You will receive an 'E-Certificate of Successful Completion' from the Continuing Education Programme, CEP IIT Delhi, provided you maintain a minimum of 60% attendance and achieve an overall score of at least 50%.
Modules include project planning, scheduling, budgeting, agile methods, team leadership, risk management, and contract handling. This CEP, IIT Delhi's Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management course also covers digital tools, data-driven decisions, and project auditing using advanced methods like Primavera and Harvard case studies.
Admission is based on application review. Educational background, experience, and professional alignment with the course are assessed. This ensures the CEP, IIT Delhi's Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management remains focused, relevant, and suited to those serious about advancing their project leadership capabilities.
Classes are held once a week on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. This timing helps working professionals balance their existing responsibilities while attending the CEP, IIT Delhi's Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management without disrupting weekday work commitments.
Yes, the CEP, IIT Delhi's Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management certification course includes practical experience with Primavera P6. Additionally, Harvard case studies are used for experiential learning. These tools enhance your understanding of real-world project dynamics and help you apply theoretical frameworks effectively.
Yes, you can withdraw within 15 days of the course start date. An 80% refund (excluding taxes) is provided. After that period, no refund is applicable. This applies to all learners enrolled in the CEP, IIT Delhi's Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management.