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This document explains the nature and scope of project management, and the factors influencing effective project management. It is useful for students studying project management.
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- Nature and scope of project management
- System approach and project management
- Factors influencing effective project management
- Definition of a project
- Features of a project
Who it is for: Students studying project management. (Undergraduate)
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Summary
Project management is the discipline of planning and executing projects. Students learn what projects are, how they are managed, and the role of a project manager.
What is a Project
Projects are temporary efforts to create a unique product, service or result. They have a start and an end, and involve investing resources to achieve specific objectives.
Project Life Cycle
The project life cycle describes the stages a project goes through. Different sources describe different numbers of stages, but all include planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Project Management
Project management involves managing resources to complete a project. It is similar to functional management but focuses on the project's unique goals and constraints.
Project Manager's Role
A project manager needs specific personal characteristics. These include flexibility, leadership, communication skills, and the ability to make decisions and manage time effectively.
Key terms
- Project
- A temporary effort to create a unique product, service or result.
- Project Life Cycle
- The stages a project goes through from start to finish.
- Project Management
- The discipline of planning, executing, and closing projects.
- Project Manager
- The person responsible for planning, executing, and closing a project.
- System Approach
- A way of managing projects that involves assigning functional personnel to a specific project.
- Consultants
- Experts who provide advice and services to projects, often in areas like technology selection and site appraisal.
Questions this document helps with
- What are the stages of a project?
- What skills does a project manager need?
- What role do consultants play in projects?
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