Fundamentals of Project Management

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This comprehensive guide is designed for those new to project management, offering an introduction to essential tools, techniques, terminology, and calculations used in planning software. It emphasizes the importance of understanding calculations and administrative functions for project coordinators and expeditors, who handle data collection, monitoring, reporting, and administration. The text is also beneficial for contractors, suppliers, consultants, and stakeholders involved in projects. The second edition has been significantly updated to include the latest planning and control techniques from PMBOK 6ed and APM BoK 6ed. It serves as an international standard for teaching project management theory and techniques. The book supports various educational programs, including undergraduate and postgraduate courses, and prepares project managers for PMP certification. Key features include body of knowledge mapping at the beginning of chapters, numerous exercises, case studies, and worked examples to facilitate understanding and application of project management tools. New chapters cover management styles, the role of the project manager, project leadership, project methodology, project selection calculations, project charter development, and project acceleration techniques. Additionally, comprehensive resources for lecturers and students are available on the publisher's website.