An Introduction to Project Planning

Gido, Jack

ISBN 10: 0831111607 / ISBN 13: 9780831111601

Published by Industrial Press, Inc., 2004

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: An Introduction to Project Planning
• Publisher: Industrial Press, Inc.
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0831111607
• ISBN 13: 9780831111601
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Designed for anyone involved in any type or size project, this book provides a clear, concise explanation of the basic concepts of project planning, scheduling, and control.

Features

Enables the reader to quickly learn how to graphically illustrate all project tasks and their interrelationships, and to analyze the schedule and circumvent potential problems. Illustrates each concept with an actual example to graphically illustrate all project tasks and their relationships. Shows how to examine a schedule and circumvent potential problems. Eliminates mathematical expressions and technical examples, allowing readers to acquire the skills to effectively plan and manage any project.

About the Author

Jack Gido was most recently Director of Economic and Workforce Development and Director of PennTAP, the Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program, at Penn State University. In this position, he directed the program, obtained funding, and provided leadership for a statewide staff who provide technology assistance and workforce development to Pennsylvania business and industry to improve their global competitiveness. Jack has 20 years of industrial management experience, including the management of productivity improvement and technology development projects. He holds an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh and a BS in Electrical Engineering from Penn State University. Jack is a member of the Project Management Institute and the former president of the Upstate New York Chapter, and he teaches courses on project management.