Description
Book SynopsisManaging projects just got easier
This book will help you come to grips with the basics of project management in a week. By the end of the week you will know your way through the process more clearly. For a start, you will have to consult your end users to work out their precise requirements. You will then need to work out the best way to deliver the required outputs, consider the size of the team you will need to meet those requirements and prepare a schedule for the project. Most importantly, you will need to firm up costs, work out a budget and develop monitoring procedures to keep to the agreed costs. You will learn tips for communicating well, especially when dealing with unexpected problems that may arise.
Each day of the week covers a different area and the material is structured for ease of reference. An introduction gives you a ''heads-up'' as to what the day is about. The main material then explains the key lessons to be learned. Important principles are c
Table of Contents
- : Sunday: Think clearly
- : Monday: Plan your project carefully
- : Tuesday: Cost your project wisely
- : Wednesday: Implement your project successfully
- : Thursday: Communicate effectively
- : Friday: Deal with change constructively
- : Saturday: Conclude and evaluate your project positively
