Project Management Tools and Techniques: A Practical Guide, Third Edition [Hardcover]

This new edition fills a void in the realm of project management tools and techniques. By integrating screenshots featuring the most up-to-date MS Project software into the content, students are equipped with essential skills needed to excel in project management.

Section I: Background. 1. Introduction to Project Management and Its Tools. 2. Role of the Project Manager. 3. Project Management Environment. 4. Gaining Support for a Project. Section II: Planning Processes. 5. Scope Management. 6. Quickstart Example. 7. Developing the Project Schedule. 8. Developing the Project Budget. 9. Creating a Viable Project Plan. Section III: Execution Processes. 10. Communication and Team Management. 11. Project Financial Analyses. 12. Project Performance Metrics. 13. Project Performance Tracking. 14. Earned Value Management. 15. Resource Leveling. Section IV: Support Processes. 16. Risk Management. 17. Project Control Concepts. 18. Project Model Reality Notes. Section V: Advanced Techniques. 19. Project Iterative Concepts. 20. Project Simulation. 21. Critical Chain Model. 22. Variable Time Status Model. 23. Hybrid Conceptual Model. 24. Concluding Remarks.

The latest edition of this textbook fills a significant void in the realm of project management tools and techniques, where many existing resources fall short. By seamlessly integrating Microsoft Project into the content, students are equipped with the essential skills needed to excel in project management. The addition of screenshots featuring the most up-to-date Microsoft Project software enables readers to effectively visualize and implement the concepts discussed in the textbook.

The third edition of Project Management Tools and Techniques: A Practical Guide continues to prepare students for certification exams like the Project Management PlÓ'