CHAPTER 1

Introduction to Project Management

In this chapter, you will

•   Understand the five project management process groups and the processes within each group

•   Recognize the relationships among project, program, portfolio, and operational management

•   Define a typical project lifecycle

•   Understand the function and importance of tailoring for different projects

The first chapter of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) sets the stage with important key terms in project management, together with the reasoning behind why project management is valuable to organizations. Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) candidates are tested on four objectives that emphasize the need to know the PMBOK Guide ...

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