The Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge published by the Project Management Institute provides a roadmap of 47 processes designed to support project managers in all phases of project management. The sheer number of processes and their allocation across process groups and knowledge areas may leave project managers in a quandary about where to start and how to apply the many components of project management processes. What is lacking is a simple explanatory guide for the layman that clarifies the “big picture” of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). This explains where a project manager should begin when managing projects, and how the project manager can easily make use of the PMBOK framework to progress from an initial idea to a project schedule.
Like all books in this series, it offers deep practical insight into the successful design, management, and control of complex modern projects.
and its effect on the project team's behavior. The six critical dimensions of cultural differences are as follows:13 1. Power distance—evaluates how a particular culture deals with inequality. 2. Individualism/collectivism—examines the ...
This new edition is updated throughout to reflect the PMBOK® Guide, Fifth Edition, balancing the particular needs of small projects with the project management methodology.
A handy guide on what it takes to be a successful project manager and team leader. A true classic in the field!
Whether you're new to project management or an experienced pro, this book has the resources you need to get the job done. 7 Books Inside.
Following the advice in this guide will not only help your get your project off on the right foot, but will also keep you and your team marching along to its successful conclusion.
He is usually bang on the mark." –Brian L. Hurly, founder, Musk Industries "The project management profession offers ever-increasing options and tools for getting things done, and Jay organizes the choices in this book so you can make ...
This work introduces Practical Project Management Methodology (P2M2), an international joint venture developed by three experienced project managers the provide useful steps applicable throughout the life cycle of a variety of projects.
This updated and revised edition of Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager offers practical, real-world insights for effective project management and guides you through the essentials of the value, people, and project ...
Launch Your Project Management Career—Quickly andEffectively The Third Edition of this popular introductory guide fromexpert project manager and author Kim Heldman is based on thenewest version of A Guide to the Project Management Body ...