Project Planning Techniques
1st Edition
Published on 9. November 2005
Book
Paperback/Softback
260 pages
978-1-56726-165-3 (ISBN)
Description
Project Planning Techniques is a comprehensive reference for project managers in any discipline, outlining the latest proven-effective methods based on solid research. Blending practical experience with academic rigor, this authoritative resource will help you develop a deeper understanding of current knowledge and best practice techniques for project success.
With practical examples from many industries, Project Planning Techniques gives you a firm understanding of how these methods are applied in real-world situations.
From start to finish, Project Planning Techniques will help you improve your understanding of project planning - and your performance as a project leader.
Bonus CD-ROM: Project Planning Techniques includes a bonus CD-ROM with comprehensive examples from several industries, including WBS, RBS, network diagrams, project estimates, and much more.
With practical examples from many industries, Project Planning Techniques gives you a firm understanding of how these methods are applied in real-world situations.
From start to finish, Project Planning Techniques will help you improve your understanding of project planning - and your performance as a project leader.
Bonus CD-ROM: Project Planning Techniques includes a bonus CD-ROM with comprehensive examples from several industries, including WBS, RBS, network diagrams, project estimates, and much more.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Vienna
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 228 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
492 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-56726-165-3 (9781567261653)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Parviz F. Rad, PhD, PE, CCE, PMP, is a project management consultant with more than 35 years of experience in government, industry, and academe. He has worked on the development of new quantitative project management tools for use in many disciplines, including software development, construction, and pharmaceutical research. Formerly the editor of the Project Management Journal, Dr. Rad has authored and coauthored more than 60 publications in engineering and project management.
Vittal S. Anantatmula, DSc, CCE, is the director of the graduate program in project management, School of Business, The George Washington University. Previously he worked in the petroleum and power industries as an electrical engineer and project manager. As a consultant, his clients have included the World Bank, Arthur Andersen, and other international consulting firms.
Vittal S. Anantatmula, DSc, CCE, is the director of the graduate program in project management, School of Business, The George Washington University. Previously he worked in the petroleum and power industries as an electrical engineer and project manager. As a consultant, his clients have included the World Bank, Arthur Andersen, and other international consulting firms.
Content
Table of Contents: Introduction * Work Breakdown Structure * Resource Breakdown Structure * Estimating Models * Scheduling * External Projects * Progress Monitoring * Change Management * Managing Project Knowledge
Introduction. Work Breakdown Structure. Resource Breakdown Structure. Estimating Models. Scheduling. External Projects. Progress Monitoring. Change Management. Managing Project Knowledge