The Project Management Life Cycle: A Complete Step-by-step Methodology for Initiating Planning Executing and Closing the Project / Edition 1

by Jason Westland

Overview

The Project Management Life Cycle reveals the unique Method 123 Project Management Methodology by defining the phases, activities and tasks required to complete a project. It's different because it describes the life cycle clearly and prescriptively, without the complex terminology rife throughout the industry. Its comprehensive coverage, consistent depth and suite of tools will help managers to undertake projects successfully.

Containing hundreds of practical examples to enhance the reader's understanding of project management, The Project Management Life Cycle skilfully guides them through the four critical phases of the project life cycle: initiation, planning, execution and closure. Written in a clear, professional and straightforward manner, it is relevant to the management of all types of project, including IT, construction, engineering, telecommunications and government, as well as many others. It is an essential guide to improving project management skills for project managers, senior managers, team members, consultants, trainers or students. Online supporting resources include lecture slides.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780749449377
Publisher:	Kogan Page, Ltd.
Publication date:	01/30/2007
Series:	Kogan Page Series
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	7.44(w) x 9.69(h) x 0.55(d)

About the Author

Jason Westland is the founder of www.Method123.com. As a Project Director, General Manager and CEO, he has helped Project Managers around the world undertake projects successfully. His greatest challenge was managing British Rail's technology realignment programme.

Table of Contents

** Chapter - 01: Overview; ** Chapter - 02: Project initiation; ** Chapter - 03: Project planning; ** Chapter - 04: Project execution; ** Chapter - 05: Project closure; ** Chapter - 06: Epilogue

Editorial Reviews

"[S]erves as a complete handbook for the project management profession... would be of immense benefit to both the experienced and inexperienced project manager." — Charles Rockson, PM World Today, March 2007

“Offering an in-depth suite of tools for managers to undertake projects successfully, this book reveals a complete methodology for the management of projects based on the principles set out by the Project Management Institute (PMI).” — Advance Magazine

“An excellent primer for any beginning project manager or for mid-level project managers to keep on-hand as a reference book.” – PM Boulevard

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