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The all-inclusive guide to exceptional project management that is trusted by hundreds of thousands of readers--now updated and revised
The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management: The Comprehensive, Easy to Read Handbook for Beginners and Pros, 6th Edition is a comprehensive guide to real-world project management methods, tools, and techniques. Practical, easy-to-use, and deeply thorough, this book gives you the answers you need now. You'll find cutting-edge ideas and hard-won wisdom of one of the field's leading experts, delivered in short, lively segments that address common management issues. Brief descriptions of important concepts, tips on real-world applications, and compact case studies illustrate the most sought-after skills and pitfalls you should watch out for. This sixth edition now includes:
Readers of The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management also receive access to new video resources available at the author's website.
The book teaches readers how to manage and deliver projects on-time and on-budget by applying the practical strategies and concrete solutions found within. Whether the challenge is finding the right project sponsor, clarifying project objectives, or setting realistic schedules and budget projections, The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management shows you what you need to know, the best way to do it, and what to watch out for along the way.
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ERIC VERZUH is President of The Versatile Company, which provides project management training to thousands of professionals each year. His clients include major government agencies, large and small companies, and nonprofit organizations in such diverse industries as transportation, aerospace, health care, education, and information technology. EVerzuh@VersatileCompany.com
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The bestselling project management guidebook?updated and more comprehensive than ever! The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management is trusted by hundreds of thousands of working professionals around the globe. Practical explanations, real-world examples, and step by step instructions make this book indispensable reading for aspiring and experienced project managers who are responsible for projects of every size and purpose. Now in its Sixth Edition, The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management remains the practical, comprehensive guide for managing projects that deliver business results. With clear explanations, the author reveals how to find the right sponsor, clarify a project's objectives, set a realistic schedule, create accurate budget projections, develop a strong team, and build a common vision of success for all stakeholders. Updated to align with current Project Management Institute standards, this edition also contains new chapters on project leadership, agile practices, change management, project quality, and managing creative projects. Special features include:
Contenu
Acknowledgments xiii
About the Author xv
Preface xvii
Part 1 Introduction
Chapter 1-Project Management: A Platform For Innovation 2
A Timeless Leadership Toolset 3
Project Management is Keeping Pace with Global Change 4
Project Management is an Essential Leadership Skillset 5
Successful Projects Deliver Value 6
The Art and Science of Project Leadership 6
A Practical Checklist for Successful Projects: How This Book Will Help You 8
Beyond the Book: Tools for Application and Continuous Learning 12
End Point 13
Stellar Performer: OrthoSpot 14
Stellar Performer: PM4NGOs 15
Chapter 2-Project Leadership: People Before Process 16
The Project Leadership Challenge 17
Build a Team Culture Suited to a Journey of Discovery 19
Temporary Teams Form Before They Perform 21
Build Personal Authority and Influence 24
Project Leaders Need Political Savvy 25
Your Decision to Lead 26
End Point 28
Chapter 3-Foundation Principles of Project Management 29
Projects Require Project Management 29
How a Project is Defined 30
The Challenge of Managing Projects 31
The Evolution of a Discipline 32
The Definition of Project Success 36
Project Management Functions 38
Project Life Cycle 40
Organizing for Projects 43
Project Managers Are Leaders 44
End Point 45
Stellar Performer: Seattle Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center 46
Chapter 4-Agile and Waterfall: Choose A Development Process 51
Defining Value: A New Lens for Judging Projects Informs the Development Process 52
Choose a Product Development Process That Delivers Value 53
Best Practices for Capturing Requirements Are Integrated into a Product Development Process 57
A Development Process is Not Project Management 58
Waterfall or Agile: Which Delivers the Best Value? 58
Common Agile Practices 63
Common Agile Benefits 65
Choosing Between Agile and Waterfall Development 67
Innovation Projects Experiment to Discover Desirability and Viability 69
Product Development Methods Influence Project Management 70
End Point 71
Stellar Performer: The Lean Startup Innovation Movement 72
Part 2 Defining The Project
Chapter 5-Project Initiation: Turn A Problem Or Opportunity Into A Business Case 78
Project Initiation's Place in the Project Life Cycle 79
A Mini-Analysis Phase or a Complete Project 79
The Role of a Project Manager in Project Initiation 80
A Business Case Defines the Future Business Value 81
Business Risk and Project Risk 82
Managing Requirements is Tightly Linked to Project Initiation 82
Common Principles for Project Initiation 84
Project Selection and Prioritization 89
Basic Business Case Content 90
Designing a Realistic Initiation Process 94
Project Leadership: Focus on Value 94
End Point 95
Fast Foundation in Project Management 95
Stellar Performer: The Logical Framework Approach 96
Chapter 6-Engage Your Stakeholders and Win Their Cooperation 105
Stakeholder Focus Throughout the Life of the Project 106
Stakeholder Management is Risk Management for People 108
Stakeholder Roles on Every Project 109
Stakeholder Roles: Project Manager 109
Stakeholder Roles: Project Team 110
Stakeholder Roles: Management 111
Stakeholder Roles: The Customer 114
Affected Stakeholders Can Make Crucial Contributions 116
Engage Affected Stakeholders 118
Lead the Stakeholders 118
End Point 119
Fast Foundation in Project Management 119
Chapter 7-Write The Rules: Manage Expectations and Define Success 121
Project Rules Are the Foundation 122
Publish a Project Charter 124
Write a Project Charter 126
Responsibility Matrix 134
End Point 136
Fast Foundation in Project Management 138
Part 3 The Planning Process
Chapter 8-Risk Management: Minimize The Threats To Your Project 143
All Project Management is Risk Management 145
The Risk Management Framework 147
Step One: Identify the Risks 149
Step Two: Analyze and Prioritize the Risks 153
Step Three: Develop Response Plans 159
Step Four: Establish Contingency and Reserve 165
Step Five: Continuous Risk Management 166
Unexpected Leadership 167
End Point 168
Fast Foundation in Project Management 168
**Chapter 9-A Work Breakdown Structure M…