Project Estimator Best Practices Online Training

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UPDATED: April 8, 2025

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Master project estimation techniques to deliver on time and within budget. This training covers professional best practices for estimating tasks, different project estimation techniques, creating accurate work breakdown structures (WBS), and forecasting time and costs. This PM training is deal for project managers looking to improve planning precision and any organization who wants to improve the accuracy of their project estimation efforts.

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What you'll learn

Bottom-up, analogous, and parametric estimation
Three point estimation and standard deviation
Quantifying and categorizing project risk
Standardizing estimates across an organization
Using Excel for project management calculations
Creating an implementation roadmap

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Who should take Project Estimator Best Practices training?

This training is for anyone who needs to plan and estimate project tasks with more accuracy. It’s especially useful for project managers, team leads, business analysts, and IT pros who work with timelines and budgets. If you’ve ever struggled with late projects, scope creep, or unrealistic expectations, this course will help you build a more reliable project foundation.

Is it hard to learn how to estimate project tasks?

No, but it can feel confusing without a clear framework. Estimating project tasks takes more than a guess — it involves using structured methods to predict time and cost. This course breaks those methods down step-by-step, so you can start applying them right away. With practice, you’ll be able to spot estimation pitfalls and plan smarter.

What will I actually learn in this project estimation training?

You’ll learn how to break down project work using best practices like work breakdown structures (WBS), and how to apply time and cost estimation techniques used by experienced project managers. This includes bottom-up estimating, expert judgment, and three-point estimation. You’ll also learn how to avoid common estimation mistakes that derail project timelines.

What certifications should I get after taking this training?

After completing this course, consider pursuing certifications like the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) from PMI, especially if you're building a project management career. Estimation skills are also valuable for certifications like Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) and CompTIA Project+.

Who is this for?

This training is ideal for project managers, team leads, and planners who need to improve estimation accuracy and project forecasting. It’s also valuable for organizations aiming to standardize estimation practices and deliver projects more efficiently.

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Download the free Project Estimator Best Practices study plan to complete this course in about 2 hours.

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