Free Project Controls Learning, Events and Professional Community
Build your knowledge, confidence and professional network through free project controls learning, pre-recorded qualifications, monthly workshops, guest speaker sessions, community events and sector updates from the Institute of Project Control.
Free Project Controls Learning, Events and Professional Community
Build your knowledge, confidence and professional network through free project controls learning, pre-recorded qualifications, monthly workshops, guest speaker sessions, community events and sector updates from the Institute of Project Control.
Free Pre-Recorded Project Controls Qualifications
Free pre-recorded learning to help individuals develop essential knowledge in project controls – designed to fit around work, study and personal commitments.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
- Useful preparation for apprenticeships and qualifications
- Practical workplace examples
- Short quizzes
- Pre-recorded video lessons
- Suitable for beginners and early-career professionals
- Completion certificates
- Downloadable resources
- Study at your own pace
Monthly Online Project Controls Workshops
Live online workshops focused on practical project controls topics — apply what you learn in real workplace situations.
Monthly
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Monthly Online Project Controls Workshops
Live online workshops focused on practical project controls topics — apply what you learn in real workplace situations.
Monthly
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Introduction to Project Controls
The purpose of project controls, the role of project controls professionals and how controls support project success.
Monthly Guest Speakers from Industry and Academia
Experienced project controls professionals, consultants, academics, employers, technology specialists and sector leaders share insights from real projects.
Dame Susan Whitfield
Programme Director · National Infrastructure Commission
Lessons from a decade of UK major projects
24 June 2026
Major Projects and InfrastructureMarcus Chen
Head of Project Controls · Thames Tideway
Controls leadership on complex programmes
22 July 2026
Project Controls LeadershipDr Priya Lin
Lecturer · University of Manchester
Reference class forecasting in practice
26 August 2026
Research and Academic InsightAiden O'Connell
AI Lead · Mott MacDonald
Generative AI in planning and reporting
23 September 2026
Digital Transformation and AIJasmine Okafor MIPC
Senior Cost Engineer · HS2
From apprentice to chartered: a career roadmap
28 October 2026
Apprenticeship and Career ProgressionSarah Thompson FIPC
Inclusion Lead · Balfour Beatty
Building a more inclusive project controls profession
25 November 2026
Women and Inclusion in Project ControlsSession format
- Short keynote presentation
- Professional discussion
- Audience Q&A
- Optional networking
- Recording available where permission is granted
- Summary shared through the newsletter
Themes
- Major Projects and Infrastructure
- Project Controls Leadership
- Digital Transformation and AI
- Apprenticeship and Career Progression
- Research and Academic Insight
- Women and Inclusion in Project Controls
Networking — Project Controls Summer Social
Meet professionals, employers, apprentices, academics and consultants in a relaxed online setting.
Employer Roundtable — Workforce of 2030
Discussion on skills needs, workforce development, standards and professional practice.
Apprentice Forum — Portfolio Building
Supportive session for apprentices and new professionals to share learning and build confidence.
Dashboard Showcase — Cost & Schedule Integration
Live demonstrations of project controls dashboards, reporting tools and visualisation approaches.
Publication Clinic — Writing Your First Paper
Support for professionals and academics writing articles, papers and handbooks.
Inclusion Forum — Neurodiversity in PMO
Removing barriers and creating fairer opportunities in project controls.
Awards Preparation Session
Guidance on preparing strong submissions for the IPC Quarterly Awards.
Community Challenge — Best Dashboard of the Month
Monthly learning challenge: design and share a dashboard, get peer feedback.
Who Is This For?
Apprentices
Strengthen workplace knowledge, build confidence and evidence professional development.
Early-Career Professionals
Graduates, junior planners, assistant project controllers, PMO analysts and career starters.
Experienced Practitioners
Refresh your knowledge, share expertise and stay informed.
Employers
Develop project controls capability and support staff progression.
Consultants
Share practice, learn from others and build professional visibility.
Academics & Researchers
Contribute to project controls research, publications and education.
Career Changers
Explore a move into project controls, planning, cost engineering, risk or PMO roles.
Your Free Project Controls Learning Pathway
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Join the Free Learning Hub
Create an account and access the free pre-recorded learning materials.
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Complete the Introductory Qualification
Start with Introduction to Project Controls to understand the profession and key concepts.
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Attend a Monthly Workshop
Join a live online session and apply the concepts to practical project scenarios.
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Watch a Guest Speaker Session
Learn from experienced professionals, employers, academics and sector leaders.
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Join an Event or Activity
Take part in networking, dashboard showcases, article clinics or professional forums.
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Subscribe to the Newsletter
Stay connected with new resources, events, awards, publications and sector updates.
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Build Your Professional Portfolio
Use certificates, workshop notes, reflections and participation evidence for CPD and career growth.
Join the Free Project Controls Community
One free registration unlocks every course, workshop, speaker session and event below. Tell us a little about you so we can tailor what we share.
Monthly Programme Calendar
| Week | Activity |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Free learning spotlight and new resource release |
| Week 2 | Monthly online project controls workshop |
| Week 3 | Guest speaker session |
| Week 4 | Community event, article clinic, dashboard showcase or networking activity |
| End of month | Newsletter sent to subscribers |
Dates may vary depending on speaker availability, bank holidays and major Institute events.
Our Commitment to Quality
The Institute of Project Control is committed to providing learning and events that are practical, inclusive, professionally relevant and aligned with the needs of the project controls profession.
- Support innovation in dashboards, data and AI.
- Promote inclusion and accessibility.
- Support apprentices and early-career professionals.
- Connect education, industry and professional practice.
- Share good practice across employers and sectors.
- Encourage professional standards and ethical practice.
- Raise awareness of project controls as a profession.
Frequently asked questions
Start Learning. Join the Conversation. Build the Profession.
Whether you are new to project controls or already working in the profession, the Institute of Project Control gives you access to free learning, professional events, practical workshops, expert speakers and a growing community committed to raising standards.