Overview of the PMBOK Guide, 3rd Edition

This book is a valuable resource as it provides an introduction to project management’s generally recognized good practices as described in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK^® Guide)– Fourth Edition, published by Project Management Institute (PMI), the world’s leading association for the project management profession.

Style and language make Overview of the PMBOK^® Guide especially useful for individuals who speak English as a foreign language and are preparing for PMI’s certifications, particularly the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM^®) and the Project Management Professional (PMP^®). The CAPM demonstrates an understanding of the principles and terminology of the PMBOK^® Guide. The PMP demonstrates experience, education and competency to successfully lead and direct projects. The PMBOK^® Guide is a foundational resource for all PMI certifications.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introducing Project Management
Chapter 2 Understanding the PMBOK® Guide
Chapter 3 Process Groups and Knowledge Areas
Chapter 4 Integration Management Processes
Chapter 5 Scope Management Processes
Chapter 6 Time Management Processes
Chapter 7 Cost Management Processes
Chapter 8 Quality Management Processes
Chapter 9 Human Resource Management Processes
Chapter 10 Communications Management Processes
Chapter 11 Risk Management Processes
Chapter 12 Procurement Management Processes
Chapter 13 Preparing for the PMP® Examination