Mastering Project Management : PMP and Agile for Leaders.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Jain, Rupal.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Project management.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (224 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

New York : Business Expert Press, 2024.

Summary:

In today's rapidly evolving professional landscape, mastering project management is paramount to achieving success. This book will meet the demand for a comprehensive resource that supports practical application and facilitates exam readiness. Tailored for current and aspiring project managers across various industries and disciplines, it equips readers with transferable skills applicable worldwide. Embracing a holistic approach, the book delves into essential technical and managerial processes, fostering proficiency in management and leadership skills. Moreover, it serves as a valuable guide for navigating challenging certification exams like the PMP. The content is presented concisely, minimizing the need for frequent glossary references, and includes practical tips for addressing complex questions. Designed to facilitate efficient study, the book utilizes concise table formats and promotes SMART learning techniques. Grounded in the PMBOK Guide and enriched with Agile principles, it offers a comprehensive yet succinct exploration of crucial topics. May this book serve as a trusted companion on your journey to professional excellence-empowering you to achieve your goals with clarity, agility, and unwavering determination.

Contents:

Front cover

Title

Half title

Copyright

Description

Contents

List of Figures

List of Tables

From the Author's Desk

Acknowledgments

Chapter 1: Introduction to PMP Exam

Eligibility Criteria

Understand the Exam Format

Understand the Exam Outline

Mode of Exam

Study Resources

Understand PMI's Perspective

Stay Confident

Chapter 2: Introduction to Project Management Processes

2.1 Stage 1-Initiating

2.1.1 Input, Output, Tools, and Techniques

2.1.2 Project versus Program versus Portfolio versus Operations

2.1.3 Types of Managers

2.1.4 Types of Organizations

2.1.5 Question and Answer Based on "Stage-Initiating"

2.2 Stage 2-Planning

2.2.1 Plan Integration

2.2.2 Plan Scope

2.2.3 Plan Schedule

2.2.4 Plan Cost

2.2.5 Plan Quality

2.2.6 Plan Resources

2.2.7 Plan Communication

2.2.8 Plan Risk

2.2.9 Plan Procurement

2.2.10 Plan Stakeholders

2.2.11 Question and Answer Based on "Stage-Planning"

2.3 Stage 3-Executing

2.3.1 Manage Communication

2.3.2 Risk: Implement Risk responses

2.3.3 Conduct Procurements

2.3.4 Manage Stakeholder Engagement

2.3.5 Manage Resources

2.3.6 Manage Quality

2.3.7 Manage Integration

2.3.8 Question and Answer Based on "Stage-Execution"

2.4 Stage 4-Monitor and Control

2.4.1 Question and Answer Based on "Stage-Monitor and Control"

2.5 Stage 5-Closing

2.5.1 Question and Answer based on "Stage-Closing"

Chapter 3: Standard for Project Management

3.1 Types of Leadership

3.2 Difference Between Push and Pull Communication

3.3 Development Approach and Life Cycle {CADENCE}

3.4 How Is Planning Strongly Related to the Development Approach?

3.5 System for Value Delivery

3.6 Questions for Practice

3.7 Tailoring

3.8 Project Performance Domain

3.9 Questions for Practice.

Chapter 4: Models/Methods/Artifacts

4.1 Commonly Used Models

4.2 Artifacts

Chapter 5: Agile Management

5.1 Quick Bites

5.2 Types of Estimates: Agile versus Traditional Approach

5.2.1 Preference in Agile versus Adaptive versus Waterfall

5.3 Burn-Up and Burn-Down Charts

5.4 Scrum Team Members, Roles

5.5 Definition of Done (DoD) versus Definition of Ready (DoR)

5.6 Questions for Practice

References

About the Author

Index

Adpage

Backcover.

Notes:

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Other Format:

Print version: Jain, Rupal Mastering Project Management

ISBN:

9781637427118

OCLC:

1451801414