Project Management for Dummies: UK Edition

I bought this having accepting a new role leading a major HRIS implementation after been away from project management for a while. It was the only guide I have referenced and between this text and good common sense, I have been completely equipped for the project. When comparing this to other books, this stands out because it covers not only the technical aspects of project management, but also the equally, if not more, important "soft skills" that through my years seems to be the difference-maker between good and great project managers. Sections with titles like "Reacting Responsibly When Changes are Requested", "Can you hear me? - listening actively", etc. are good examples of what makes this book great. Simply put, this is a complete and BALANCED text to prepare you and guide you through your next project - big or small. My copy is now dog eared and ragged as it travels in my commuter backpack every day.

This is a great intro that can be used as a reference. Easy-to-read with cross-ref to PMBOK, and gives you basic ammo as to why certain steps are necessary. I wish I had read this before so I could have been stronger with influencing my management on things. Most importantly PM is not just a list of steps or framework to follow but a kind of thinking you need to make your project a success. The framework is only there to help you get there.

If you're studying for the PMP exam, this new edition of "Project Management for Dummies" will clarify many of the concepts, without being "dumbed down" as much as the popular "Head First" book, which includes a huge amount of white space and overly large cartoon illustrations.The Dummies book explains things in simplified terms, which means the language of this book and the language of PMI's PMBOK are different. However at the end of each chapter there is a table summarizing the topic, cross referencing that chapter with where to locate the analogous information in the 5th edition PMBOK, and stating PMI's terminology for what has just been reviewed. (You can see examples of the table format, "Relating This Chapter to the PMP Exam and PMBOK 5" in Amazon's "Look Inside This Book" preview.)This is a good supplemental reference for anyone studying for their PMP certification. It allows the student to easily locate and review explanations of the information presented in the PMBOK, and includes helpful Quick Reference material for things that have to be memorized, such as formulas.The Dummies book explains _concepts_ nicely, but if you're studying for the PMP exam you should still use at least one other reference / study guide specifically geared to test takers; the books by Rita Mulcahy, Andy Crowe, or Kim Heldman are considered the best. These study guides include more in-depth analysis, specific terminology, and practice test questions.Using "Project Management for Dummies" plus the PMBOK would not have prepared me sufficiently to pass the exam. However, as someone who has already passed the PMP, I find this book is an excellent quick reference tool on Project Management.

Never as easy to use as I hope... but, lots of information for me to digest.

I wasn't expected that this book would prepare me to take the PMP exam. The PMBOK is a guide to Project Management Process and this book is a guide of good practices on how you could apply the knowledge, tools and techniques to reach the project objectives. For the begginer, this book response on simple manner how you prepare not to take and pass the PMP exam, if not how you could start to be a better project manager or project team member. There is a lot of tips of real life that you could use like lessons learned to progress in the profession.

The product's condition is very good! And I love the notes leave by the seller! Amazing product!

I am a PMP and use this book to train junior PM's. It is not comprehensive but it is a great place to start learning the PMI fundamentals. Very true to the PMBOK and makes it easy to understand. I have purchased 7 plus copies over time to use as training aids.

I bought this book because I wanted to learn the basic terminology of Project Management Professionals. I had been working as a Project Manager for smaller companies for several years, and I wanted to make the leap to bigger companies. The terminology I learned from the book helped me communicate my skills and experience to recruiters, hiring managers, and interviewers, and get a great job. As with all 'Dummies' books, this is not an in-depth analysis but a crash-course.

Es un libro que te puede ayudar bastante para el manejo de tus proyectos, pero si es necesario que tengas nociones del PMI de lo contrario te vas a perder.

Buona libro anche per chi non ha una conoscenza della materia.Forse un pò ridondante su alcune cose ma con anche ottimi spunti concreti

Great

Excellent for beginners and intermediates.

Loin d'aider, ce livre ajoute aux idées de base tout le jargon et une ribembelle de termes pour bien étouffer le lecteur.A vouloir tout décrire, il faut fouiller et décoder pour y trouver son bonheur.