Project Management for Engineering, Business and Technology

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Author: John M. Nicholas, Herman Steyn ISBN: 9781317384793
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: January 20, 2017
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: John M. Nicholas, Herman Steyn
ISBN: 9781317384793
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: January 20, 2017
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

Project Management for Engineering, Business and Technology, 5th edition, addresses project management across all industries. First covering the essential background, from origins and philosophy to methodology, the bulk of the book is dedicated to concepts and techniques for practical application. Coverage includes project initiation and proposals, scope and task definition, scheduling, budgeting, risk analysis, control, project selection and portfolio management, program management, project organization, and all-important "people" aspects—project leadership, team building, conflict resolution and stress management.

The Systems Development Cycle is used as a framework to discuss project management in a variety of situations, making this the go-to book for managing virtually any kind of project, program or task force. The authors focus on the ultimate purpose of project management—to unify and integrate the interests, resources and work efforts of many stakeholders, as well as the planning, scheduling, and budgeting needed to accomplish overall project goals.

This new edition features:

  • Updates throughout to cover the latest developments in project management methodologies

    New examples and 18 new case studies throughout to help students develop their understanding and put principles into practice

    A new chapter on agile project management and lean

    Expanded coverage of program management, stakeholder engagement, buffer management, and managing virtual teams and cultural differences in international projects

    Alignment with PMBOK terms and definitions for ease of use alongside PMI certifications

    Cross-reference to IPMA, APM, and PRINCE2 methodologies

    Extensive instructor support materials, including an Instructor’s Manual, PowerPoint slides, answers to chapter review questions, problems and cases, and a test bank of questions.

Taking a technical yet accessible approach, Project Management for Business, Engineering and Technology, 5th edition,is an ideal resource and reference for all advanced undergraduate and graduate students in project management courses as well as for practicing project managers across all industry sectors.

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Project Management for Engineering, Business and Technology, 5th edition, addresses project management across all industries. First covering the essential background, from origins and philosophy to methodology, the bulk of the book is dedicated to concepts and techniques for practical application. Coverage includes project initiation and proposals, scope and task definition, scheduling, budgeting, risk analysis, control, project selection and portfolio management, program management, project organization, and all-important "people" aspects—project leadership, team building, conflict resolution and stress management.

The Systems Development Cycle is used as a framework to discuss project management in a variety of situations, making this the go-to book for managing virtually any kind of project, program or task force. The authors focus on the ultimate purpose of project management—to unify and integrate the interests, resources and work efforts of many stakeholders, as well as the planning, scheduling, and budgeting needed to accomplish overall project goals.

This new edition features:

Taking a technical yet accessible approach, Project Management for Business, Engineering and Technology, 5th edition,is an ideal resource and reference for all advanced undergraduate and graduate students in project management courses as well as for practicing project managers across all industry sectors.

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