Head first PMP / Jennifer Greene, Andrew Stellman.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Greene, Jennifer, 1971- author.

Stellman, Andrew, author.

Series:

Head first

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Project management--Examinations, questions, etc.

Project management.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xxxiv, 886 pages) : illustrations.

Edition:

4th edition.

Other Title:

Head first Project Management Professional

Place of Publication:

Beijing : O'Reilly, 2018.

System Details:

text file

Summary:

What will you learn from this book? Head First PMP teaches you the latest principles and certification objectives in The PMBOK® Guide in a unique and inspiring way. This updated fourth edition takes you beyond specific questions and answers with a unique visual format that helps you grasp the big picture of project management. By putting PMP concepts into context, you’ll be able to understand, remember, and apply them—not just on the exam, but on the job. No wonder so many people have used Head First PMP as their sole source for passing the PMP exam. This book will help you: Learn PMP’s underlying concepts to help you understand the PMBOK principles and pass the certification exam with flying colors Get 100% coverage of the latest principles and certification objectives in The PMBOK® Guide, Sixth Edition Make use of a thorough and effective preparation guide with hundreds of practice questions and exam strategies Explore the material through puzzles, games, problems, and exercises that make learning easy and entertaining Why does this book look so different? Based on the latest research in cognitive science and learning theory, Head First PMP uses a visually rich format to engage your mind, rather than a text-heavy approach that puts you to sleep. Why waste your time struggling with new concepts? This multi-sensory learning experience is designed for the way your brain really works.

Contents:

Introduction: why get certified?

Organizations, constraints, and projects: in good company

The process framework: it all fits together

Project integration management: getting the job done

Scope management: doing the right stuff

Time management: getting it done on time

Cost management: watching the bottom line

Quality management: getting it right

Human resource management: getting the team together

Communications management: getting the word out

Project risk management: planning for the unknown

Procurement management: getting some help

Stakeholder management: keeping everyone engaged

Professional responsibility: making good choices

A little last-minute review: check your knowledge

Practice makes perfect: practice PMP exam.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

Previous edition published: 2013.

"Updated for the 2018 PMP exam. Covers PMBOK Guide, 6th edition"--Cover.

Includes index.

ISBN:

9781492029632

1492029637

9781492029618

1492029610

9781492029595

1492029599

OCLC:

1056157653