It Project Management: On Track from Start to Finish

By Joseph Phillips

Book Overview

Master IT Project Management This practical, up-to-date guide explains how to successfully manage an IT project and prepare for CompTIA Project+ certification. IT Project Management: On Track from Start to Finish, Third Edition walks you through each step of the IT project management process, covering critical strategies for on-time and within-budget projects. You'll get proven methods for initiating a project, selecting qualified team members, conferring with management, establishing communication, setting realistic timetables, tracking costs, and closing a project. Learn how to: Define project requirements and create the project charter Create a feasibility study and establish project priority Determine strategy and obtain management approval Manage project scope and determine project expenses Build the project management plan Organize and lead a project team Track progress and calculate the Cost Performance Index (CPI) Implement changes to the project plan Perform continuous quality management Complete the project and assess deliverables On the CD: CompTIA Project+ practice exam Project management video training from the author Ready-to-use templates and worksheets Complete e-book Joseph Phillips , PMP, CompTIA Project+, is the Director of Education for Project Seminars. He is the author of PMP Project Management Professional Study Guide, Second Edition; CAPM/PMP Project Management Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Second Edition; CBAP Certified Business Analysis Professional All-in-One Exam Guide ; and PgMP Program Management Professional All-in-One Exam Guide .

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0071700439
• ISBN13: 9780071700436
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
• Length: 613 Pages
• Weight: 2.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.5" x 1.3" x 7.3"

Customer Reviews

Good even for the new revised exam

This was my *main* source of information to take the CompTIA IT Project+ exam. I took the test in Jan 04 and passed (FYI - the exam changed Dec 03). Even though this book was written to the older exam criteria, it did the trick. In the world of certification, passing is everything and I appreciated the information this book provided (and thus the 5 stars). My other source of help was a study guide from examcram.com, but it too was written for the older exam objectives.

Book is on track!

This is the best book on Project Management (IT or other) I have read and I have read a lot of them. I am a PMP and got this to prep for the IT Project+ certification, very wise choice.Book is very well-written, informative, and entertaining (yes it is entertaining) to read.I highly recommend.

Not Just for IT Managers

Have you ever picked up a book which had nothing to do with your profession just to acquire knowledge about another field? Well, I did. I am an engineer with management experience, none of which applies to IT. I was first intrigued by Joe's knowledge of general management tools that apply to all types of managers (i.e. research, defining goals, budgets, etc.). Secondly, his book was the most enjoyable technical book that I have read. He brings life to his book with his subtle sarcasms accompanied by his technical expertise. I felt like I was sitting at his house, smoking a cigar, sipping on some brandy while he was explaining the intricacies of project management. (This is a big PLUS)After reading his book, I feel that I not only have a greater knowledge of the IT profession and their environment, but I can also apply his reccommended management tools in my everyday management responsibilities.I feel that Joe's book is a MUST READ not only for IT Managers specifically, but for all managers in general!