Succeed as a project manager, even if you ve never run a project before! This book is the fastest way to master every project management task, from upfront budgeting and scheduling through execution, managing teams through closing projects, and learning from experience. Updated for the latest web-based project management tools and the newest version of PMP certification, this book will show you exactly how to get the job done, one incredibly clear and easy step at a time. Project management has never, ever been this simple!
Who knew how simple Project Management could be?
This is today s best beginner s guide to modern project management simple, practical instructions for succeeding with every task you ll need to perform! Here s a small sample of what you ll learn:
Master the key skills and qualities every project manager needs
Lead projects, don t just manage them
Avoid 15 most common mistakes new project managers make
Learn from troubled, successful, and recovered projects
Set the stage for success by effectively defining your project
Build a usable project plan and an accurate work breakdown structure (WBS)
Create budgets and schedules that help you manage risk
Use powerful control and reporting techniques, including earned value management
Smoothly manage project changes, issues, risks, deliverables, and quality
Manage project communications and stakeholder expectations
Organize and lead high-performance project teams
Manage cross-functional, cross-cultural, and virtual projects
Work successfully with vendors and Project Management Offices
Make the most of Microsoft Project and new web-based alternatives
Get started with agile and critical chain project management