Fast Forward Mba in Project Management - The Comprehensive, Easy-To-Read Handbook for Beginners and Pros

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:
* A brand-new chapter on project quality
* A new chapter on managing media, entertainment, and creative projects
* A new chapter on the project manager's #1 priority: leadership
* A new chapter with the most current practices in Change Management
* Current PMP certification study tips
 
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.

List of contents

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: Managemen

About the author

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. [e-mail]

Summary

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:
* A brand-new chapter on project quality
* A new chapter on managing media, entertainment, and creative projects
* A new chapter on the project manager's #1 priority: leadership
* A new chapter with the most current practices in Change Management
* Current PMP certification study tips

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.

Product details

• Authors: Verzuh, E Verzuh, Eric Verzuh, Eric (The Versatile Company Verzuh, Verzuh Eric
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.12.2020
• EAN: 9781119700760
• ISBN: 978-1-119-70076-0
• No. of pages: 544
• Series: Fast Forward MBA; Fast Forward MBA Series
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Electronics, electrical engineering, communications engineering; Social sciences, law, business > Business > Management; Projektmanagement, Business & management, Project management, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Elektrotechnik u. Elektronik, Wirtschaft u. Management, Programm- u. Projektmanagement, Program & Project Management