Project Management

by DK

Overview

Discover the ultimate practical guide to effective project management.

Packed with clear, expert advice, bold graphics and bite-sized text, this beginner’s guide to modern project management gives you the tools you need to manage a team in different locations/time zones.

Inside the pages of this project management book, you’ll find:

   • Practical, "how-to" approach that teaches you the skills you need to run a project successfully.
   • New spreads with tools for project managing teams who are working remotely.
   • Step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists and "Ask yourself" features that show you how to make an impact.
   • Tables, illustrations, "in-focus" panels and real-life case studies that demonstrate and explain problem-solving, and how to build confidence and get results.

Learn how to improve your project management skills by defining a project brief, analyzing stakeholders and building a strong team. You'll also discover useful tips for initiating projects, delegating effectively and achieving your goals on budget and on time — every time.

Essential Managers Project Management shows you how to focus your energy, manage change in the workplace and make an impact, even in a time when remote — and flexible — working plays a key role in business and management. It’s the perfect book for managers of all levels.

Whether it’s negotiating, managing people or improving your leadership skills, DK's Essential Managers series contains the know-how you need to be a more effective manager and hone your management style.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780744035049
Publisher:	DK
Publication date:	01/04/2022
Series:	DK Essential Managers Series
Pages:	96
Sales rank:	635,624
Product dimensions:	4.94(w) x 7.00(h) x 0.33(d)

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Table of Contents

Introduction 6

Chapter 1 Thinking "project" 8

What is a project? 10

The project sequence 14

Defining the team 18

Being project manager 20

Working with your sponsor 22

Documenting progress 24

Chapter 2 Setting up a project 26

Initiating the project 28

Building a project team 30

Analyzing stakeholders 32

Defining the details 34

Developing a business case 40

Managing risk 42

Planning the project 44

Estimating time 50

Representing the plan 52

Chapter 3 Managing work in progress 54

Making time for the project 56

Delegating effectively 58

Maintaining momentum 62

Communicating successfully 66

Reviewing progress 68

Managing project information 70

Monitoring costs 72

Managing changes to scope 74

Chapter 4 Going live 78

Implementing the project 80

Preparing for handover 84

Handing over the project 86

Evaluating success 88

Reviewing the process 90

Index 94

Acknowledgments 96