This book is a valuable resource as it provides an introduction to project management’s generally recognized good practices as described in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide)– Fourth Edition, published by Project Management Institute (PMI), the world’s leading association for the project management profession.
Style and language make Overview of the PMBOK® Guide especially useful for individuals who speak English as a foreign language and are preparing for PMI’s certifications, particularly the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) and the Project Management Professional (PMP®). The CAPM demonstrates an understanding of the principles and terminology of the PMBOK® Guide. The PMP demonstrates experience, education and competency to successfully lead and direct projects. The PMBOK® Guide is a foundational resource for all PMI certifications.
Dr. Deasún Ó Conchúir, BSc PhD CEng FIET FIEI PMP is Principal Consultant at Scatterwork (www.scatterwork-consulting.com), Collaboration Specialists. He has been active in projects throughout his entire career, including more than twenty five years of Project Management Consultancy for scores of clients globally, including Nestlé, Ericsson, Volvo, Novartis and the European Commission etc. Living in Switzerland, speaking four languages and having worked in dozens of countries, he is acutely aware of the requirement for simplicity when communicating complex topics such as the PMBOK® Guide. He is a member of the Community Engagement Committee of the PMI Educational Foundation, as well as past VP Education & Certifications of the PMI Switzerland Chapter.