Project management is an essential part of successful organizations, and a skill that most professionals will need at some point in their career. Successfully managing a project can be a make or break point in one s career and is often the impetus for future job-promotions. Simplified Project Management for the Quality Professional was written to help guide new project managers in their efforts. This book focuses on explaining the skills and tools needed by those just beginning to lead projects and teams. Beginning by developing basic guidelines for each project, the book then takes you through the basics of planning, implementing, managing and closing a project. it discusses how to envision the project outcome and the important aspect of obtaining upper-management buy-in, and then provides guidance on the implementation of the project and the tracking and measuring of progress. Finally, the book provides guidelines for evaluating, documenting, and closing down the project. Review a sample Webinar presentation about this book by the author by clicking here. Preview a sample chapter from this book along with the full table of contents by clicking here. You will need Adobe Acrobat to view this pdf file.

Are projects a problem for you? Do your projects cost too much, take too long, or are just not quite right? If so, Project Management Simplified: A Step-by-Step Process is the book for you. It applies well-defined processes for managing projects to managing change in our lives. It describes an approach modeled on a process used successfully in busi

The book is based on the "best practices" of the UT Software Quality Institute Software Project Management certificates program. Quality Software Project Management identifies and teaches 34 essential project management competencies project managers can use to minimize cost, risk, and time-to-market. Covers the entire project lifecycle: planning. initiation, monitoring/control, and closing. Illuminates its techniques with real-world software management case studies. Authors (leading practitioners) address the pillars of any successful software venture: process, project, and people. Endorsed by the Software Quality Institute.

In today’s fast-paced and global workplace, project management takes on new meaning. Virtual meetings, portable technology, and tighter budgets add to the risk of project failure. Yet businesses must continue forward with new products or services, meet demands, and market their goods. These goals depend on effective project management. When project management fails, businesses often follow. Project Management Made Simple and Effective teaches you the principles of successful project management so you can adapt to this environment. You’ll learn different techniques for leading project teams and getting the attention of busy executives. You’ll also learn how to avoid common problems that can create havoc with the most experienced project teams. Applying a Portfolio Approach Managing Stakeholders Defining Scope Identifying the Critical Path Measuring Status of the Schedule, Scope, and Budget Resolving Conflicts that Occur During a Project The author and contributors also share useful, easy-to-use templates that may be downloaded from their website. Whether you’re an experienced Project Manager or someone leading their first work team, Project Management Made Simple and Effective gives you the practical tools, insights, and advice to be successful project managers.

No project management training? No problem! In today’s workplace, employees are routinely expected to coordinate and manage projects. Yet, chances are, you aren’t formally trained in managing projects—you’re an unofficial project manager. FranklinCovey experts Kory Kogon and Suzette Blakemore understand the importance of leadership in project completion and explain that people are crucial in the formula for success. This updated and revised edition of Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager offers practical, real-world insights for effective project management and guides you through the essentials of the value, people, and project management process: Scope Plan Engage Track and Adapt Close If you’re struggling to ensure multiple projects are finished with high value and on time, this book is for you. If you manage projects without the benefit of a team, this book is also for you. Change the way you think about project management—"project manager" may not be your official title, but with the right strategies, you can excel in this project economy.

This fifth edition provides a comprehensive resource for project managers. It describes the latest project management systems that use critical path methods.

Are you a busy project manager, or even just an employee that works on projects from time to time? You work on projects regularly, yet you rarely feel one hundred percent satisfied with them, and you feel as if the feedback from others is never perfect…If that is the case, then this book is an absolute must-read to improve your career! In this book, I discuss the principles of project management in a comprehensive and incredibly simple manner that will aid you in becoming the best at your job that you possibly can be. What you’ll learn in this book: The basics of project management The different areas of project management, including: Integration management, cost management, time management, quality management, risk management, etc. Additional tips such as how to approach stakeholders for a project, how to create schedules and more! Read on to get motivated and learn how to create projects that are absolutely amazing.