Project Management A Managerial Approach

by Meredith, Jack R.; Shafer, Scott M.; Mantel, Samuel J.

• ISBN13: 9781119803836
• ISBN10: 1119803837
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781119803812
• Additional ISBN(s): 9781118947029, 9781119369097
• Edition: 11th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2021-10-12
• Publisher: Wiley
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Summary

Project Management: A Managerial Approach, 11th Edition delivers a practical exploration of proven project management techniques and strategies. With a strong emphasis on real-world application and implementation, the book is perfect for managers and business students seeking an instructive leadership resource. Detailed and accessible chapters offer expert guidance on managing common organizational, economic, interpersonal, and technical disruptions.

Table of Contents

Brief Contents

Preface

1 Projects in Contemporary Organizations

PART I: PROJECT INITIATION

2 Strategic Management and Project Selection

3 The Project Manager

4 Managing for Stakeholders and Resolving Conflicts

5 The Project in the Organizational Structure

PART II: PROJECT PLANNING

6 Activity Planning: Traditional and Agile

7 Budgeting and Risk Management

8 Scheduling

9 Resource Allocation

PART III: PROJECT EXECUTION

10 Monitoring and Information Systems

11 Project Control

12 Project Auditing

13 Project Closure and Benefits Realization

AUTHOR INDEX

SUBJECT INDEX

Appendices on Instructor’s Website

APPENDIX A Probability and Statistics (online)

APPENDIX B Answers to Selected Problems (online)

APPENDIX C Technological Forecasting (online)

APPENDIX D Creativity and Idea Generation (online)