{"product_id":"the-fast-forward-mba-in-project-management-isbn-9781119148227","title":"The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe all-inclusive guide to exceptional project management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Fast Forward MBA in Project Management is the comprehensive guide to real-world project management methods, tools, and techniques. Practical, easy-to-use, and deeply thorough, this book gives you answers you need now. You'll find the 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 the pitfalls you should watch out for. This new fifth edition features new case studies, new information on engaging stakeholders, change management, new guidance on using Agile techniques, and new content that integrates current events and trends in the project management sphere.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProject management is a complex role, with seemingly conflicting demands that must be coordinated into a single, overarching, executable strategy — all within certain time, resource, and budget constraints. This book shows you how to get it all together and get it done, with expert guidance every step of the way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNavigate complex management issues effectively\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaster key concepts and real-world applications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn from case studies of today's leading experts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKeep your project on track, on time, and on budget\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e From finding the right sponsor to clarifying objectives to setting a realistic schedule and budget projection, all across different departments, executive levels, or technical domains, project management incorporates a wide range of competencies. 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. \u003cp\u003eForms Available Online xii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author xv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface xvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1 Introduction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1—Project Management: A Platform for Innovation 2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Management is Keeping Pace with Global Change 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Management is an Essential Leadership Skillset 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuccessful Projects Deliver Value 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Art and Science of Project Leadership 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Practical Checklist for Successful Projects: How This Book Will Help You 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeyond the Book: Tools for Application and Continuous Learning 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: OrthoSpot 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: PM4NGOs 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2—Foundation Principles of Project Management 17\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProjects Require Project Management 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Challenge of Managing Projects 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Evolution of a Discipline 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Definition of Success 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Management Functions 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Life Cycle 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganizing for Projects 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Managers Are Leaders 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: Seattle Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3—Build Great Products: Lessons from Agile, Lean Start-Up, and Stage-Gate 42\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining Value: A New Lens for Judging Projects Informs the Development Process 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeverage a Consistent Product Development Process 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBest Practices for Capturing Requirements Are Integrated into a Product Development Process 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Development Process is Not Project Management 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInnovation Projects Experiment to Discover Desirability and Viability 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: The Lean Startup Innovation Movement 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: The Agile Approach to Software Development 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: The Stage-Gate System for New-Product Development 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2 Defining the Project\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4—Project Initiation: Turning a Problem or Opportunity into a Project 74\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Initiation’s Place in the Project Life Cycle 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Proposal Defines the Future Business Value 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Requirements is Tightly Linked to Project Initiation 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon Principles for Project Initiation 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic Project Proposal Content 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigning a Realistic Initiation Process 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: The Logical Framework Approach 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5—Know Your Key Stakeholders and Win Their Cooperation 98\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStakeholder Focus Throughout the Life of the Project 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStakeholder Management is Risk Management for People 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStakeholder Roles: Project Manager 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStakeholder Roles: Project Team 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStakeholder Roles: Management 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStakeholder Roles: The Customer 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAffected Stakeholders Can Make Crucial Contributions 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEngage Affected Stakeholders 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLead the Stakeholders 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFast Foundation in Project Management 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6—Write the Rules: Key Documents to Manage Expectations and Define Success 116\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Rules Are the Foundation 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublish a Project Charter 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWrite a Statement of Work 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStatement of Work: Minimum Content 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResponsibility Matrix 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFast Foundation in Project Management 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3 The Planning Process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7—Risk Management: Minimize the Threats to Your Project 137\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAll Project Management is Risk Management 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Risk Management Framework 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep One: Identify the Risks 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep Two: Analyze and Prioritize the Risks 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep Three: Develop Response Plans 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep Four: Establish Contingency and Reserve 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep Five: Continuous Risk Management 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnexpected Leadership 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFast Foundation in Project Management 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8—Work Breakdown Structure: Break Your Project into Manageable Units of Work 164\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining the Work Breakdown Structure 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding a Work Breakdown Structure 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCriteria for a Successful Work Breakdown Structure 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWork Package Size 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning for Quality 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreaking Down Large Programs 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContractors or Vendors Can Provide a WBS 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9—Realistic Scheduling 183\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning Overview 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning Step Two: Identify Task Relationships 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning Step Three: Estimate Work Packages 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning Step Four: Calculate an Initial Schedule 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning Step Five: Assign and Level Resources 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmall Projects Need Smaller Plans 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFast Foundation in Project Management 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10—Managing Agile Development with Scrum 216\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScrum is a Framework 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging the Product Backlog 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMake the Plan Visible: Task Boards and Burndown Charts 225\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey Factors for Scrum to Be Effective 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11—The Art and Science of Accurate Estimating 230\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 230\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstimating Fundamentals 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstimating Techniques 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding the Detailed Budget Estimate 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGenerating the Cash Flow Schedule 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFast Foundation in Project Management 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: Tynet, Inc. 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: Adobe Systems 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12—Balancing the Trade-Off Among Cost, Schedule, and Quality 264\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 264\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThree Levels of Balancing a Project 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBalancing at the Project Level 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBalancing at the Business Case Level 278\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBalancing at the Enterprise Level 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: Safeco Field 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: Boeing 767-400ER Program 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4 Controlling the Project\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13—Building a High-Performance Project Team 294\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Framework for Building High-Performance Teams 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeadership Responsibilities 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding a Positive Team Environment 306\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGround Rules 307\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeam Identity 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeam Listening Skills 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeeting Management 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary of Building a Positive Team Environment 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCollaborative Problem Solving 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProblem Analysis 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDecision Modes 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConflict Management 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContinuous Learning 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary of Collaborative Problem Solving 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJob Satisfaction 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 334\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: Habitat for Humanity 335\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14—Clear Communication Among Project Stakeholders 337\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmbrace Your Role as a Leader 338\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Communication Plan 338\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChange Management: Promote Behavior Change in Affected Stakeholders 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicating Within the Project Team 353\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: Lockheed Martin Aeronautics 359\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCloseout Reporting 361\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 362\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFast Foundation in Project Management 363\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15—Control Scope to Deliver Value 365\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 365\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Change Control Process 366\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConfiguration Management 372\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChange Control is Essential for Managing Expectations 374\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 374\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFast Foundation in Project Management 374\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16—Measuring Progress 376\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 376\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeasuring Schedule Performance 376\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeasuring Cost Performance 380\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEarned Value Reporting 382\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCost and Schedule Baselines 391\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 393\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17—Solving Common Project Problems 396\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 396\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResponsibility Beyond Your Authority 396\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisaster Recovery 397\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReducing the Time to Market 398\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen the Customer Delays the Project 399\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Impossible Dream 400\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFighting Fires 401\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Volunteers 401\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 402\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5 Advancing Your Practice of Project Management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18—Enterprise Project Management: Coordinate All Projects and Project Resources in Your Organization 405\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 405\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining Enterprise Project Management 407\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThree Tiers of Management Within EPM 409\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Four Components of EPM 411\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablish Consistent EPM Processes 412\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTechnology Enables EPM Processes 415\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe People Who Deliver Projects 419\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupport Project Management: The Project Office 420\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 428\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStellar Performer: Bill \u0026amp; Melinda Gates Foundation: Enterprise Project Management Office 430\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19—Requirements Engineering: The Key to Building the Right Product 437\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eJames Rivera and Eric Verzuh\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 437\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRequirements Engineering and Project Management Are Intimately Connected 438\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRequirement Types Illustrate the Evolving Product Vision 439\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRequirements Engineering Scope and Processes 441\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRequirements Development Activities 443\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRequirements Management Activities 445\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRequirements Documentation Techniques 447\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRequirements Engineering Demands Discipline 447\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 449\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20—Project Portfolio Management: Align Project Resources with Business Strategy 450\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eRalph Kliem and Eric Verzuh\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 450\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Scope and Goals of the Portfolio 452\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStakeholders: Roles in Project Portfolio Management 453\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePPM Information Supports Decisions 455\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Selection and Prioritization 456\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOngoing Portfolio Management 459\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMonitor the Results of Projects and the Portfolio 460\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCulture Change 461\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 461\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 21—PMP Exam Preparation 462\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eTony Johnson\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 462\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRequirements to Earn the PMP 463\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTop 10 Study Tips for the PMP Exam 463\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 467\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 22—Microsoft Project: Guidelines for Effective Use 468\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 468\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Management Software Supports\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ethe Discipline 469\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking Under the Hood: The Design of Project 469\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSet Up the Project First 471\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollow the Planning Model in This Book 471\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTask Types: Fix the Duration, Work, or Resource Level 473\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssigning Resources to a Project 473\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResource Leveling Your Schedule 476\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintaining the Plan Throughout the Project 478\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject Server and Project Web App 479\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd Point 480\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: The Detailed Planning Model 481\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: Downloadable Form Samples 490\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 495\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 497\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eERIC VERZUH\u003c\/b\u003e is President of The Versatile Company, a project management training and consulting firm based in Seattle, Washington. His company trains thousands of professionals every year in the fundamentals of successful project management. Verzuh is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) by the Project Management Institute and the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Portable MBA in Project Management\u003c\/i\u003e, published by Wiley. Contact him at \u003cb\u003ewww.VersatileCompany.com\u003c\/b\u003e or e-mail him at \u003cb\u003eEVerzuh@VersatileCompany.com.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eProject management is a strategic capability for organizations and a popular career track for countless individuals. \u003ci\u003eThe Fast Forward MBA in Project Management\u003c\/i\u003e is the classic resource and handy guide to essential project management methods, tools, and techniques. Now in its fifth edition, the text retains its laser-like focus on excellence in project management and outlines the key factors that influence project success. Designed to be practical and easy-to-use, this comprehensive resource is filled with the most recent ideas and time-tested strategies in the field. Author Eric Verzuh—a noted project management expert—delivers the information in short, lively segments that address the underlying principles, strategies, and management issues related to project management. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The revised fifth edition features new content on the vital role that innovation plays in most organizations, as well as fresh case studies that clearly demonstrate successful project management in action, and updated ideas for engaging stakeholders. The text offers details on the discipline of change management and gives suggestions for using Agile techniques for project scheduling. Advice for using Microsoft Project—the most commonly used software application specifically designed for planning and managing projects—is also included. In addition, the author provides references for preparing for the Project Management Institute’s Project Management Professional exam. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Step by step, the author reveals how a project begins and the critical actions that bring the necessary stakeholders to agreement on the definition and direction of the project. The book then details the essential planning techniques and the tools that have been used by seasoned project managers to organize information in order to make better decisions. 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