Project Management: A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling [Hardcover]

Harold Kerzner (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470278706 | ISBN-13: 978-0470278703 | Publication Date: March 23, 2009 | Edition: 10

The landmark project management reference, now in a new edition

Now in a Tenth Edition, this industry-leading project management "bible" aligns its streamlined approach to the latest release of the Project Management Institute's Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMI's PMBOK® Guide), the new mandatory source of training for the Project Management Professional (PMP®) Certificat-ion Exam. This outstanding edition gives students and professionals a profound understanding of project management with insights from one of the best-known and respected authorities on the subject.

From the intricate framework of organizational behavior and structure that can determine project success to the planning, scheduling, and controlling processes vital to effective project management, the new edition thoroughly covers every key component of the subject. This Tenth Edition features:

• New sections on scope changes, exiting a project, collective belief, and managing virtual teams

• More than twenty-five case studies, including a new case on the Iridium Project covering all aspects of project management

• 400 discussion questions

• More than 125 multiple-choice questions

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About the Author

Harold Kerzner, Ph.D., is Senior Executive Director for Project, Program and Portfolio Management at International Institute of Learning, Inc. (IIL), a global learning solutions company that conducts training for leading corporations throughout the world.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1120 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 10 edition (March 23, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470278706
• ISBN-13: 978-0470278703
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.6 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
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More About the Author

Harold D. Kerzner, Ph.D., is Senior Executive Director at the International Institute for Learning, Inc., a global learning solutions company that conducts training for leading corporations throughout the world. He is a globally recognized expert on project, program, and portfolio management, total quality management, and strategic planning. Dr. Kerzner is the author of bestselling books and texts, including the acclaimed Project Management: A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling, Tenth Edition.
Frank P. Saladis, is a Senior Consultant and Trainer for the International Institute for Learning, Inc. and editor of the allPM.com newsletter, a global project management publication. Mr. Saladis was awarded the 2006 Linn Stuckenbruck Person of the Year Award by the Project Management Institute. The award recognizes people who have made significant contributions to the Institute as leaders in project management. Mr. Saladis is the originator of International Project Management Day, held each year to celebrate and recognize project managers from around the world.

International Institute For Learning, Inc. (IIL) is a global leader in professional training and comprehensive consulting services in the areas of project, program, and portfolio management, PRINCE2®, business analysis, Microsoft® Office Project and Project Server, and Lean Six Sigma. IIL is an IIBA- endorsed education provider, a PMI® charter global registered education provider, and a member of PMI's Silver Alliance Circle, and Corporate Council."

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Graduate Student, September 14, 2009

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This review is from: Project Management: A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling (Hardcover)

Solid book covering the basics of project management. Kernzers is the goal standard for graduate level PM courses. Some integration of PMBoK information, but I do not think it would be good reference for the PMP test.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Project Management, September 20, 2009

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This review is from: Project Management: A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling (Hardcover)

For someone new to this field of study, I found this book very insightful and easy to understand. I will keep this and the PMBOK resource manual handy in my office.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good both with extensive coverage but not for passing the PMP exam, September 5, 2010

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Ranjan Chari "Ranjan Chari" (New York City) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Project Management: A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling (Hardcover)

This book should be read as an overview to the project management body of knowledge and also as an overview of project management. For passing the PMP exam, this is not a suitable book. A good book for all project management professionals in general.