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Project Management For Dummies (For Dummies (Business & Personal Finance)) (9780470574522): Stanley E. Portny: Books. The tools you need for successful project managementIn today's time-crunched, cost-conscious global business environment, tight project deadlines and stringent expectations are the norm. So what does it take to succeed? This hands-on guide introduces you to the principles of project management and shows you how to put them to use so you can successfully manage a project from start to finish. And if you're studying for the Project Management Institute's Project Management Professional certification exam, you can rest easy knowing that this book is aligned with the guide that's the basis for the exam.Project management 101 — take a look at the who, what, and why of a project and discover what it really takes to ensure successKeep an eye on the clock — learn how to create foolproof schedules and budgets that keep your projects on trackPut your team to work — get plenty of practical tips and guidelines for identifying and involving key playersDrive it home — uncover the best ways to track, analyze, and report on your project's activities and bring it to a successful closureUp your project management game — take your skills to the next level with the use of technology and Earned Value ManagementOpen the book and find:Help for defining your project's goals and expectationsGuidelines for knowing your project's audienceTips for breaking your project work into manageable piecesThe latest methods for determining and managing resourcesHow to deal with risk and uncertaintyHints for providing effective leadershipLearn to:Organize and schedule projects efficiently and effectivelyMotivate any team to gain maximum productivityAssess risks, manage changes, maintain communication, and live up to expectationsPlan for resources and stay within a budget
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