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Project Management JumpStart

3. Aufl.

von: Kim Heldman
20,99 €
Verlag:	Wiley
Format:	EPUB
Veröffentl.:	04.05.2011
ISBN/EAN:	9781118094471
Sprache:	englisch
Anzahl Seiten:	360

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Titelbeschreibung

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. <ul> <li>Serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of project management</li> <li>Provides completely updated and revised material on project management methods and practices</li> <li>Features new examples and study questions</li> <li>Addresses how to create project schedules and budgets and define project goals</li> <li>Covers project management principles, Project Management Institute?s project management standards, and practical application of project management for the workplace</li> </ul> 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.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

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.

Autorenportrait

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.

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Launch Your Project Management Career—Quickly and Effectively The Third Edition of this popular introductory guide from expert project manager and author Kim Heldman is based on the newest version of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge. It covers the methods, standards, and practices you need to know to launch a career in project management. Inside, you'll learn: <ul> <li> The basic principles of project management </li> <li> How to develop project management skills </li> <li> Whether you're in a functional or projectized organization, and how to proceed </li> <li> Ways to define goals, assess risk, and obtain resources </li> <li> How to develop and execute a project plan </li> <li> Budgeting, monitoring, and closing the books </li> <li> Which professional certifications are available and what you need to do </li> </ul> In-Depth Coverage for Anyone Considering a Career in Project Management A Valuable Reference and Resource for Those Already in the Industry Practical Information on Professional Certifications in Project Management