Project Management Bootcamp: A Step-by-Step Guide

This book provides a practical guide for new project managers to deliver projects successfully, with cases and examples from real-life project managers across three continents. It is an essential guide for junior and mid-level career Project Managers, seconded Project Managers, and any professional who finds themselves in charge of a project. Students on business and management courses will also value its blend of theory and practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 434 pages
Publication date: 31 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

A comprehensive guide for newcomers to project management, designed to help them navigate the complexities of delivering successful projects. This invaluable resource includes real-life cases and examples drawn from project managers working across three continents, providing a practical perspective on the challenges and strategies involved in project management.

The book is organized into three main sections, covering the essential aspects of project management. The first section provides an introduction to project management principles and techniques, including project planning, risk management, and resource allocation. The second section delves into the technical aspects of project execution, such as project tracking, budgeting, and quality control. The third section focuses on project leadership and team management, emphasizing the importance of effective communication, collaboration, and decision-making.

Throughout the book, a running case study threads alongside the narrative, providing a real-world context for the concepts and strategies discussed. This case study showcases the successes and failures of a fictional project, allowing readers to apply the lessons learned to their own projects.

Whether you are a junior or mid-level career Project Manager, seconded Project Manager, or any professional tasked with leading a project, this guide is an essential resource. Its deft mixture of theory and practice, coupled with its practical examples and case studies, makes it accessible to a wide range of readers. Students on business and management courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels will also value its comprehensive coverage of project management principles and techniques.

By following the guidance provided in this book, newcomers to project management will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to lead and execute projects successfully, ensuring that their projects achieve their intended goals and deliver positive outcomes for all stakeholders.

Weight: 958g
Dimension: 172 x 246 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032521220