Project Management: A Managerial Approach

We are pleased to offer the Sixth Edition of "Project Management: A Managerial Approach" by Jack R. Meredith and Samuel J. Mantel Jr., published by Wiley in 2005. This comprehensive textbook, presented in a sturdy hardcover, is in Good condition.This essential text equips managers with the critical knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of project management, especially when unforeseen challenges arise. The authors emphasize that no project, whether a high-stakes skydiving maneuver or a new product launch, ever proceeds exactly as planned. This edition provides a robust framework for selecting, initiating, operating, and controlling diverse projects, with a strong focus on managing inherent risks and uncertainties.Written from a practical managerial perspective, the book integrates vital quantitative skills with an understanding of organizational issues and human behavior, providing a holistic approach to effective project management. This updated and revised Sixth Edition features current coverage of key topics, including:* Risk management* Lifecycle costing* Real options* Organizational process assets* Non-technical project terminations* The phase/quality-gate process* Requirements formulation analysisNotably, this edition includes a CD-ROM containing a 120-day trial version of Microsoft Project® and a student version of Crystal Ball®. These software packages are integrated into the text with relevant screenshots and are applied in a number of end-of-chapter exercises, offering valuable hands-on experience for students and professionals alike. A cornerstone resource for anyone involved in the dynamic field of project management.…