May 2011
Beginner
354 pages
10h 2m
English
Overview
The much-anticipated new edition of the popular project management introductory book
The role of the project manager continues to become more diverse and demanding, placing strong project management skills in high demand. This in-depth introductory guide offers aspiring project managers the essential fundamentals of project management. Fully revised since the previous version, this new edition includes updated project management methods and practices as well as new examples and study questions. Project management guru Kim Heldman presents you with a clear, concise, and enjoyable writing style so that you can approach project management from a practical rather than theoretical standpoint.
Serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of project management
Provides completely updated and revised material on project management methods and practices
Features new examples and study questions
Addresses how to create project schedules and budgets and define project goals
Covers project management principles, Project Management Institute's project management standards, and practical application of project management for the workplace
Whether you're considering a career in project management or simply wish to expand your understanding of general project management principles, Project Management JumpStart, Third Edition is ideal reading.
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