The Practical Guide to Project Management

This book is designed to help you understand the theory, tools, techniques and key success factors for you to succeed in your projects. We will be looking at all aspects of managing projects – from the technical checklists to the soft skills that are essential for a Project Manager to succeed.

Content

Preface

1. Introduction
   1. The Project Process
   2. The Importance of a Project Management Process
   3. Project Definition
   4. Project Management Definition
2. Initiation
   1. Project Criticality
   2. Project Type (Complexity)
   3. Scope Statement
   4. SMART Objectives
   5. Project Charter
   6. Sponsors
   7. Stakeholders
   8. Requirements
3. Project Planning
   1. Project Planning Checklist
   2. Kick-Off Meeting
   3. Work Breakdown Structure
   4. Network Diagram
   5. Gantt Chart
   6. Managing Risks
   7. Teams
4. Execution
   1. Conflicts
   2. Managing Changes in Projects
   3. Resistance to Change
   4. How to Influence Others?
5. Control and Report
   1. Communication
   2. Listening
   3. Reporting
   4. Managing Delays
   5. Escalation
   6. Negotiating Rational Delays
   7. Team Meetings
6. Project or Phase Close
7. References