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Synopsis
This book is designed to impart a deep understanding of the applications and importance of Project Management. The reader will learn how to assess a project with respect to time, costs, risk, and resources in order to effectively and efficiently reach goals. Intended for students as well as for working professionals and volunteers, the book provides the essential skills needed to make effective contributions and to have immediate impact on the accomplishment of projects.
This book follows the framework within the Project Management Institute’s Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). Readers will become familiar with the five processes involved in Project management – Initiating, Planning, Executing, Controlling, and Closing on time and within budget – along with the nine knowledge areas – Project Integration, Project Scope, Project Cost, Project Quality, Project Human Resources, Project Communications, Project Risk Management and Project Procurement – that are essential to being an expert Project Manager.
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About the Author
Jae K. Shim is Professor of Business Administration at California State University, Long Beach, and a consultant for over twenty years. He is also president of the National Business Review Foundation.
Review
"Shim provides an excellent overview of the application of project management principles and practices. With an emphasis on the financial aspects of project management, the book's 11 succinct, readable chapters are organized around the nine areas of the Project Management Institute's Project Management Body of Knowledge. Excellent illustrations and examples enhance the chapters. Summing Up: Recommended." (Choice 2011-08-01)
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- PublisherGlobal Professional Publishing
- Publication date2010
- ISBN 10 1906403570
- ISBN 13 9781906403577
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages186
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