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How to Manage Projects

Essential Project Management Skills to Deliver On-time, On-budget Results

Paul J Fielding

Gain essential skills for career development with concise accessible advice on the fundamentals of project management.

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EAN: 9781398621565

Edition: 3

Published: 03 May 2025

Format: 216 x 138

232 pages

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Managing projects can feel complex, but mastering the basics will help you deliver results with confidence.

How to Manage Projects is your practical guide to running successful projects from start to finish. Written by award-winning business consultant, Paul J. Fielding, this book shows you how to plan, organize and lead projects effectively, without jargon or expensive training. You'll discover how to set clear goals, manage risks and keep your team and timeline on track.

Packed with exercises, templates and proven tips, this updated edition makes project management simple, structured and achievable for anyone who wants to get things done and make an impact.

About the authors

Paul J Fielding is a business consultant specializing in developing project management systems, business operations and quality systems for his clients. He has received international awards and recognition nd has worked across many industries, technologies, and cultures, from large institutions to start-ups and non-profits. He has developed a worldwide reputation for developing quality project management systems, international business operations, creating game-changing process innovations and quality improvement processes. He currently operates out of Portland, ME; Dallas, TX; and NYC.

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Section - 00: Introduction;
Chapter - 01: Project success is more than just one thing;
Section - 02: The accidental project manager – What is this going to take?;
Section - 03: Where does a project manager fit in the organization? The role of the PMO;
Section - 04: Project governance;
Section - 05: Project scope – Defining it, managing it, changing it and avoiding creep;
Section - 06: The project quality plan;
Section - 07: Different types of project lifecycle models;
Section - 08: Planning the project – Schedule management (time management);
Section - 09: The project staffing plan;
Section - 10: Design and configuration management;
Section - 11: Cost planning and cost management;
Section - 12: The project’s supply chain plan;
Section - 13: Project execution – Tracking, updating, reporting and acceptance;
Section - 14: Evaluation, lessons learnt and improving the next project

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