Project Management - Head Start


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This book is indicated for those looking for an overview of Project Management. It brings in a very concise way an analysis of the key elements in Project Management. It shows three different cases (Housekeeping Project, ERP Implementation, New Product Development) where the concepts of Project Management were applied. In addition, the author presents examples of some tools to help Project Managers.




Head First PMP


Book Description

Now updated for the 2016 PMP exam Learn the latest principles and certification objectives in The PMBOK® Guide, (Fifth Version), in a unique and inspiring way with Head First PMP. This book helps you prepare for the PMP certification exam using a visually rich format designed for the way your brain works. You'll find a full-length sample exam included inside the book. More than just proof of passing a test, a PMP certification means that you have the knowledge to solve most common project problems. But studying for a difficult four-hour exam on project management isn't easy, even for experienced project managers. Drawing on the latest research in neurobiology, cognitive science, and learning theory, Head First PMP offers you a multi-sensory experience that helps the material stick, not a text-heavy approach that puts you to sleep. This book will help you: Learn PMP's underlying concepts to help you understand the PMBOK principles and pass the certification exam with flying colors Get 100% coverage of the latest principles and certification objectives in The PMBOK Guide, Fifth Edition Make use of a thorough and effective preparation guide with hundreds of practice questions and exam strategies Explore the material through puzzles, games, problems, and exercises that make learning easy and entertaining Head First PMP puts project management principles into context to help you understand, remember, and apply them—not just on the exam, but also on the job.




Head First PMP


Book Description

Prepare for the PMP certification exam with Head First PMP. The second edition of this book provides coverage of the latest principles and certification objectives.




Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager (Updated and Revised Edition)


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No project management training? No problem! In today’s workplace, employees are routinely expected to coordinate and manage projects. Yet, chances are, you aren’t formally trained in managing projects—you’re an unofficial project manager. FranklinCovey experts Kory Kogon and Suzette Blakemore understand the importance of leadership in project completion and explain that people are crucial in the formula for success. 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 management process: Scope Plan Engage Track and Adapt Close If you’re struggling to ensure multiple projects are finished with high value and on time, this book is for you. If you manage projects without the benefit of a team, this book is also for you. Change the way you think about project management—"project manager" may not be your official title, but with the right strategies, you can excel in this project economy.




Green Project Management


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Winner of PMI's 2011 David I. Cleland Project Management Literature AwardDetailing cutting-edge green techniques and methods, this book teaches project managers how to maximize resources and get the most out of limited budgets. It supplies proven techniques and best practices in green project management, including risk and opportunity assessments.




Critical Chain Project Management, Third Edition


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Providing the tools and techniques needed to implement critical chain project management in an organization, this text shows how to reduce stress on a project team, eliminate cost and scheduling over-runs, effectively manage project resources, and finish projects that meet or even exceed expectations.




Making Things Happen


Book Description

Offers a collection of essays on philosophies and strategies for defining, leading, and managing projects. This book explains to technical and non-technical readers alike what it takes to get through a large software or web development project. It does not cite specific methods, but focuses on philosophy and strategy.




Project Management Success: Last Things First


Book Description

This book is most suitable for aspiring and practicing project managers keen to benefit from real projects lessons learned, coupled with preparation for PMP or Prince II exams. Akin to those in PMO and program level managers and directors and management level who often play the stakeholders roles in the projects in the organization and interested to accelerate the success rates of project investment using lessons learned. This book dives deep into true scenarios in appreciating project business value, project financing decisions and looking at projects as investments tool by using certain mathematical formula and analysis methodology in achieving earned value management or arriving at decision point of continue or terminate projects. This book looks deep into compilation of bonus tips on applying PMP formula and principles into using soft and hard skills through easy-to-read and user-friendly diagrams. In the end, a PMP or Prince II or ITIL qualification is simply not enough without real field experience. Therefore, lessons learned and learning from last things first would be of great help here.




Fundamentals of Project Management


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Updated concepts and tools to set up project plans, schedule work, monitor progress-and consistently achieve desired project results.In today's time-based and cost-conscious global business environment, tight project deadlines and stringent expectations are the norm. This classic book provides businesspeople with an excellent introduction to project management, supplying sound, basic information (along with updated tools and techniques) to understand and master the complexities and nuances of project management. Clear and down-to-earth, this step-by-step guide explains how to effectively spearhead every stage of a project-from developing the goals and objectives to managing the project team-and make project management work in any company. This updated second edition includes: * New material on the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) * Do's and don'ts of implementing scheduling software* Coverage of the PMP certification offered by the Project Management Institute* Updated information on developing problem statements and mission statements* Techniques for implementing today's project management technologies in any organization-in any industry.