Project Management JumpStart
3rd Edition
Published on 4. May 2011
360 pages
978-1-118-09447-1 (ISBN)
Description
The much-anticipated new edition of the popular projectmanagement introductory book
The role of the project manager continues to become more diverseand demanding, placing strong project management skills in highdemand. This in-depth introductory guide offers aspiring projectmanagers the essential fundamentals of project management. Fullyrevised since the previous version, this new edition includesupdated project management methods and practices as well as newexamples and study questions. Project management guru Kim Heldmanpresents you with a clear, concise, and enjoyable writing style sothat you can approach project management from a practical?ratherthan theoretical?standpoint.
* Serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of projectmanagement
* Provides completely updated and revised material on projectmanagement methods and practices
* Features new examples and study questions
* Addresses how to create project schedules and budgets anddefine project goals
* Covers project management principles, Project ManagementInstitute?s project management standards, and practical applicationof project management for the workplace
Whether you're considering a career in project management orsimply wish to expand your understanding of general projectmanagement principles, Project Management JumpStart, Third Editionis ideal reading.
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Kim Heldman, PMP, Project+, is an IT Director for the Colorado Governor's Office of Information Technology, overseeing information technology service delivery for four state agencies. She has over twenty years of experience in project management and is the author of several books on project management, including all editions of the bestselling PMP: Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide.
Content
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.
