Handbook of Project Management
A complete guide for beginners to professionals

Colin Dobie systematically maps the four phases in the project lifecycle: initiation, planning, implementation and finalisation. He outlines the processes and techniques of the nine functions of project management, and how they are applied during the project lifecycle. He also explains what a project manager is expected to deliver, and the roles of team leaders and team members.

Drawing on international standards and bodies of knowledge, as well as Colin Dobie's extensive industry and training experience in several countries, A Handbook of Project Management is an indispensable guide for anyone who wants to develop their skills in project management. It is extensively illustrated with examples, templates, exercises and checklists, making it valuable resource for experienced project managers. Whether you are creating a new product or building a power station, you need to know how to manage the myriad elements in a project to ensure it is completed on time, on budget and to a high standard.

A Handbook of Project Management is a practical and comprehensive guide for project managers working on small and large projects in any field.

Introduction

PART 1: AN OVERVIEW

1. What is project management?

2. The elements of project management

PART 2: INITIATION

3. Initiating the project

4. Scope management

PART 3: PLANNING

5. Project planning

6. Time and cost management

7. Project quality management

8. Project risk management

9. Human resource management

10. Communications management

11. Contract and procurement management

PART 4: DELIVERY

12. Monitoring and control

13. Project integration management

14. Contract performance

PART 5: FINALISATION

15. Project finalisation

16. Conclusion

Appendices

References

Index