Project Management JumpStart, Third Edition

The much-anticipated new edition of the popular project management introductory book The role of the project manager continues to become more diverse and demanding, placing strong project management skills in high demand. This in-depth introductory guide offers aspiring project managers the essential fundamentals of project management. Fully revised since the previous version, this new edition includes updated project management methods and practices as well as new examples and study questions. Project management guru Kim Heldman presents you with a clear, concise, and enjoyable writing style so that you can approach project management from a practical?rather than theoretical?standpoint. Serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of project management Provides completely updated and revised material on project management methods and practices Features new examples and study questions Addresses how to create project schedules and budgets and define project goals Covers project management principles, Project Management Institute?s project management standards, and practical application of project management for the workplace Whether you're considering a career in project management or simply wish to expand your understanding of general project management principles, Project Management JumpStart, Third Edition is ideal reading. Annotation The much-anticipated new edition of the popular project management introductory bookThe role of the project manager continues to become more diverse and demanding, placing strong project management skills in high demand. This in-depth introductory guide offers aspiring project managers the essential fundamentals of project management. Fully revised since the previous version, this new edition includes updated project management methods and practices as well as new examples and study questions. Project management guru Kim Heldman presents you with a clear, concise, and enjoyable writing style so that you can approach project management from a practical?rather than theoretical?standpoint. Serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of project managementProvides completely updated and revised material on project management methods and practicesFeatures new examples and study questionsAddresses how to create project schedules and budgets and define project goalsCovers project management principles, Project Management Institute?s project management standards, and practical application of project management for the workplaceWhether you're considering a career in project management or simply wish to expand?your understanding of general project management principles, Project Management JumpStart, Third Edition is ideal reading The much-anticipated new edition of the popular project management introductory book The role of the project manager continues to become more diverse and demanding, placing strong project management skills in high demand. This in-depth introductory guide offers aspiring project managers the essential fundamentals of project management. Fully revised since the previous version, this new edition includes updated project management methods and practices as well as new examples and study questions. Project management guru Kim Heldman presents you with a clear, concise, and enjoyable writing style so that you can approach project management from a practical rather than theoretical standpoint. Serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of project management Provides completely updated and revised material on project management methods and practices Features new examples and study questions Addresses how to create project schedules and budgets and define project goals Covers project management principles, Project Management Institute's project management standards, and practical application of project management for the workplace Whether you're considering a career in project management or simply wish to expand your understanding of general project management principles, Project Management JumpStart, Third Edition is ideal reading Prepare for a Project Management Career-Fast!

Project Management JumpStart gives you the solid grounding you need to approach a career in project management with confidence.

The basic skills of a successful project manager
Creating project schedules and determining project budgets
Winning the support of department managers
Monitoring project progress, resources, and budgets
Communication and negotiation skills
Tips for motivating people who don't work for you
Effective documentation skills for essential project management documents

About the Author
Kim Heldman, PMP, has over 10 years of experience in project management. She is the Director of the Project Management Office for the Department of Revenue, State of Colorado-and author of the best-selling PMP: Project Management Professional Study Guide by Sybex.