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Project Management Essentials by Kathryn N. Wells, Timothy Kloppenborg

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Contents

Acknowledgments

Chapter 1:  Introduction to Project Management

What is Project Management?

What is Project Success?

What is a Project Life Cycle?

Key Roles in Project Management?

Overview of Remaining Chapters

Chapter 2:  Selecting and Initiating a Project

Portfolio Management

How to Propose a Project

How to Select, Prioritize, and Resources Projects

Project Management Office

Initiating Projects with a Charter

Why Use Charters?

What is Included in a Charter?

How to Construct a Charter?

Approving the Draft Charter

Chapter 3:  Engaging Your Team and Other Stakeholders

Your Team

Typical Issues with Project Teams

Identify Team Member Needs and Secure Commitment

Develop Your Project Team

Lead Your Project Team

Identify and Prioritize Stakeholders ...

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