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Fundamentals of Project Management has been updated to include the latest techniques used by the PMBOK 6ed, APM BoK 6ed and the computer software. This book is ideal for: * Project managers * Project team member responsible for administering projects * Contractors and suppliers who participate in projects. The text uses plenty of worked examples, exercises and case studies to explain how to use all the special project management planning and control tools and techniques.

This comprehensive guide is designed for those new to project management, offering an introduction to essential tools, techniques, terminology, and calculations used in planning software. It emphasizes the importance of understanding calculations and administrative functions for project coordinators and expeditors, who handle data collection, monitoring, reporting, and administration. The text is also beneficial for contractors, suppliers, consultants, and stakeholders involved in projects. The second edition has been significantly updated to include the latest planning and control techniques from PMBOK 6ed and APM BoK 6ed. It serves as an international standard for teaching project management theory and techniques. The book supports various educational programs, including undergraduate and postgraduate courses, and prepares project managers for PMP certification. Key features include body of knowledge mapping at the beginning of chapters, numerous exercises, case studies, and worked examples to facilitate understanding and application of project management tools. New chapters cover management styles, the role of the project manager, project leadership, project methodology, project selection calculations, project charter development, and project acceleration techniques. Additionally, comprehensive resources for lecturers and students are available on the publisher's website.

Project Management Techniques (College Edition) presents the latest planning and control techniques, particularly those used by the project management software and the body of knowledge (APM bok and PMI's PMBOK). This edition of Project Management has been specially written to include the SAQA unit standards for project management.

A preparation guide for around-the-world cruising. It discusses many of the pertinent issues from establishing your budgets and buying equipment to preventative maintenance and heavy weather sailing. It also works closely with the ORC Category I requirements.