The Practically Perfect Project Manager

Everything you need to know about project management presented concisely and in an easy to understand manner - and it's aligned with the PMBOK® Guide 5th Edition!
Do you want to deliver a successful project using only those processes, tools and techniques that actually work for your project?
This book presents a high level introduction to the complete body of knowledge for the profession of project management with a strong focus on choosing only those processes, tools and techniques that actually add value to your projects.
Topics covered include the project lifecycle, organizational project management maturity, scope, time, cost, risk, quality, procurement, communication and stakeholder expectation management as well as people management and leadership. As well as an overview of all these relevant topics the book presents examples, diagrams and further information to reinforce the key messages and project management knowledge.
The terminology used aligns with the international project management standard, A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), 5th Edition
The book is written in a clear, straightforward style with an emphasis on communicating what actually works for you and your projects. After reading this book you will understand the importance of choosing just the right combination of tools and techniques, and also be able to apply them appropriately to ensure a successful project.

Sean Whitaker, BA, MSc, MBA, PMP has a diverse project management background having successfully managed complex projects in the construction, telecommunications and IT fields. He brings this diversity of experience into sharp focus with his emphasis on professional and appropriate, or practically perfect, project management. Sean regular teaches and speaks about professional project management, and has been a long term volunteer with the Project Management Institute. He is also the co-founder of Falcon Training, one of the world's best project management training companies.