{"product_id":"project-management-jumpstart-paperback","title":"Project Management Jumpstart - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKim Heldman\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn informative introduction for those considering a career in project management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eProject Management JumpStart\u003c\/i\u003e offers a clear, practical introduction to the complex world of project management, with an entertaining approach based on real-world application. Fully revised to align with \u003ci\u003ea Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge -PMBOK Guide(c), 6\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e edition\u003c\/i\u003e, this book provides an overview of the field followed by an exploration of current best practices. The practical focus facilitates retention by directly linking critical concepts to your everyday work, while the close adherence to PMBOK guidelines makes this book the perfect starting point for those considering certification to earn either PMP or CompTIA Project+ credentials.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProject management is a top-five, in-demand skill in today's workplace, and the demand has spread far beyond IT to encompass nearly every industry; any organization that produces goods or services, whether for profit or not, has a vested interest in ensuring that projects are completed on time, on budget, and to the satisfaction of the client--this is the heart of the project management function. Let Kim Heldman, bestselling author of \u003ci\u003ePMP Study Guide\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eCompTIA Project+ Study Guide\u003c\/i\u003e, walk you through the basic principles and practices to help you build a strong foundation for further training.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand current project management methods and practices\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore project management from a practical perspective\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDelve into illustrative examples that clarify complex issues\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTest your understanding with challenging study questions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrillions of dollars are invested in various projects around the world each year, and companies have learned that investing in qualified project management professionals pays off in every aspect of the operation. If you're considering a career in project management, \u003ci\u003eProject Management JumpStart\u003c\/i\u003e provides an excellent introduction to the field and clear direction for your next steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This was a required text for my capstone course in my B.S. of Nursing program. I found this book easy to read. The concepts were easy to apply to the project I designed and managed.\" \u003cb\u003e--Amazon Customer, \u003c\/b\u003e Project Management JumpStart, 3rd Edition \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe revised guide for anyone considering a career in project management\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fourth edition of \u003ci\u003eProject Management JumpStart\u003c\/i\u003e contains a wealth of updated project management methods and practices as well as fresh examples and study questions. It is updated to align with a Guide to the \u003ci\u003eProject Management Body of Knowledge-PMBOK\u003c\/i\u003e\u003csup\u003e(R)\u003c\/sup\u003e \u003ci\u003eGuide, 6th edition\u003c\/i\u003e. Comprehensive in scope, the book covers topics including project management principles, Project Management Institute's (PMI) project management standards, practical application of project management for the work place, defining project goals, creating project schedules and budgets, and more. The text is the ideal introduction for anyone considering certification to earn either PMP or CompTIA Project+ credentials. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThoroughly revised and updated, the fourth edition of \u003ci\u003eProject Management JumpStart\u003c\/i\u003e offers a guide to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstanding the basics of the growing career field of project management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe most current principles and practices in project management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eClarifying the complex issues associated with project management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003eA guide for creating project schedules and budgets\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003eIdeas for monitoring project progress and taking corrective action\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003eTips for communicating and negotiating effectively\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ci\u003eInformation for documenting the project clearly and professionally\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor further study, we recommend \u003ci\u003eCompTIA Project+ Study Guide, 2nd Edition\u003c\/i\u003e (978-1-119-28052-1) and \u003ci\u003ePMP Study Guide, 9th Edition\u003c\/i\u003e (978-1-119-42090-3)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKim Heldman, \u003c\/b\u003e MBA, PMP, is Senior Manager Information Technology\/Chief Information Officer, for the Regional Transportation District in Denver, Colorado. Kim is the author of several books on project management including the bestselling \u003ci\u003ePMP Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide, 9th Edition\u003c\/i\u003e. You can visit Kim's website at www.kimheldman.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 368\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 9.1 x 7.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 16, 2018\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42173785243783,"sku":"9781119472223","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/feef22a1072cc58b4f3dd0c1e6c5865a.webp?v=1733369900","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/project-management-jumpstart-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}