Book description
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.
Table of contents
- Cover Page
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Dear Reader,
- Dedication
- Acknowledgments
- About the Author
- Contents
- Introduction
- Chapter 1: Building the Foundation
- Chapter 2: Developing Project Management Skills
- Chapter 3: Initiating the Project
- Chapter 4: Defining the Project Goals
- Chapter 5: Breaking Down the Project Activities
- Chapter 6: Planning and Acquiring Resources
- Chapter 7: Assessing Risk
- Chapter 8: Developing the Project Plan
- Chapter 9: Budgeting 101
- Chapter 10: Executing the Project
- Chapter 11: Controlling the Project Outcome
- Chapter 12: Closing the Books
- Appendix A: Answers to Review Questions
- Appendix B: Sample Project Management Forms
- Appendix C: Sample Project Management Checklists
- Glossary
- Index
Product information
- Title: Project Management JumpStart, Third Edition
- Author(s):
- Release date: May 2011
- Publisher(s): Sybex
- ISBN: 9780470939192
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