The Project Management Answer Book, 2nd Edition
- 7h 38m
- Jeff Furman
- Management Concepts
- 2015
If it's essential to project management... it's in here! The first edition of The Project Management Answer Book addressed all the key principles of project management that every project manager needs to know. With a new chapter on Scrum agile, updates throughout, and many additional PMP test tips, this new edition builds on that solid foundation. The structure of this update maps closely to the PMBOK® Guide V5 and is designed to assist anyone studying for the PMP and other certification exams.
Helpful sections cover:
- Networking and social media tips for PMs, including the best professional organizations, virtual groups, and podcast resources
- The formulas PMs need to know, plus a template to help certification candidates prepare and self-test for their exams
- Quick study sheet for the processes covered on the PMP exam Key changes in PMBOK® Guide V5, for readers familiar with earlier versions who want the skinny on the new version.
PMs at every level will find real gold in the information nuggets provided in this new edition. Those new to project management will find the comprehensive coverage and the depth of the answers especially valuable, and will like the easy-to-read style and Q&A format. For experienced managers looking for new tools and skills to help them pass their PMP or other certification exams, this is a must-have resource.
About the Author
Jeff Furman, PMP, after 15 years managing IT projects for Fortune 100 financial firms, now teaches several levels of project management for New York University's School of Professional Studies and Schack Institute of Real Estate. He also trains military project managers at various posts throughout the United States and has conducted PMP and train-the-trainer courses for IIUSA, Unitek Education, and NetCom Learning, where he twice won NetCom s Instructor of the Year award.
In this Book
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Project Management Basics
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Integration Management
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Project Planning Essentials
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From Requirements to Scope to the Work Breakdown Structure
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Time Management: Estimating and Coming in on Schedule
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Cost Management: Controlling Costs and Coming in on Budget
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Building-In Quality
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Controlling Risks on Your Projects
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Procurement and Contracts
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Ethical Considerations Project Managers Face on the Job
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Communication Skills for Project Managers
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Managing Your Human Resources
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Stakeholder Management: Strategizing Customer Satisfaction
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Scrum Agile: The New Wave in Project Management
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How to Become PMP® Certified
