Project Management For Dummies - Abridged

Summary

The tools you need for successful project management

In today's time-crunched, cost-conscious global business environment, tight project deadlines and stringent expectations are the norm. So what does it take to succeed? This hands-on guide introduces you to the principles of project management and shows you how to put them to use so you can successfully manage a project from start to finish. And if you're studying for the Project Management Institute's Project Management Professional® certification exam, you can rest easy knowing that this book is aligned with the guide that's the basis for the exam.

• Project management 101—take a look at the who, what, and why of a project and discover what it really takes to ensure success
• Keep an eye on the clock—learn how to create foolproof schedules and budgets that keep your projects on track
• Put your team to work—get plenty of practical tips and guidelines for identifying and involving key players
• Drive it home—uncover the best ways to track, analyze, and report on your project's activities and bring it to a successful closure
• Up your project management game—take your skills to the next level with the use of technology and Earned Value Management

Listen to the audio and find:

• Help for defining your project's goals and expectations
• Guidelines for knowing your project's audience
• Tips for breaking your project work into manageable pieces
• The latest methods for determining and managing resources
• How to deal with risk and uncertainty
• Hints for providing effective leadership

Learn to:

• Organize and schedule projects efficiently and effectively
• Motivate any team to gain maximum productivity
• Assess risks, manage changes, maintain communication, and live up to expectations
• Plan for resources and stay within a budget