Managing Projects

Managing Projects is a comprehensive guide to project management, offering insights and methodologies for novices and seasoned practitioners. It covers key components, methodologies, history, and practical examples, emphasizing the importance of technical skills and leadership in project success. Suitable for professionals and students.

Format: Hardback
Length: 154 pages
Publication date: 15 May 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Managing Projects is a comprehensive guide to the practice of project management, offering insights and methodologies useful to both novices and seasoned practitioners. The book is divided into chapters dedicated to key components of project management, such as project initiation and planning, execution, and closure. It also delves into the history of project management, acknowledging how the field has adapted to modern methods of working and the impact of this evolution on contemporary practices.

The primary objective of the book is to provide a clear and comprehensive understanding of project management principles, particularly for those new to the field. It examines various project management methodologies, including both traditional and modern approaches, to give readers a broad perspective. The book includes case studies and practical examples to demonstrate the application of project management principles in various scenarios.

Furthermore, the book emphasizes the importance of balancing technical skills with the sociocultural dynamics and leadership that influence project success. It is suitable for professionals as well as postgraduate and executive education students, serving as an invaluable resource for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of the field of project management.

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367522681