Fundamentals of Project Management

by James P. Lewis

Through its first two editions, "Fundamentals of Project Management" has helped more than 115,000 project professionals meet or exceed even the toughest project requirements. The updated and revised third edition provides an unparalleled introduction to project management, along with new tools and techniques for planning and executing projects on time, on budget, and with maximum efficiency and productivity.

Genres: Business, Management, Reference, Education, Nonfiction, Professional Development

164 pages, Paperback

First published April 10, 1995

Reviews

[Travis · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good "pocket guide" to PM. As other posters have indicated, you're not going to learn project management from this book. However, it does provide a nice summary of key points and some things to think about as you endeavor to manage your first project.

[Sarah · Rating 2 out of 5]

Doesn't go into much detail, so you won't be able to do any formal project management after reading this. Provides a high-level overview that's enough to give you an idea of why you might want a PMO and what the terms mean, but don't expect it to convince a non-believer.

[Mahran Shurrab]

Good book

[Leonidas Avdelas · Rating 4 out of 5]

An introductory book to Project Management.

Although a lot of the examples are concerning Software Engineering, the approach feels a bit dated, given that most Software companies turn to more Agile approaches. Still is a very useful start for understanding project management in general, and is definitely useful for companies that have not adopted agile methodologies.

[Katherine J. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good overview of project management, gave me some initial planning tools that have already helped a lot with work and life tasks. Lots of information for people working with larger teams, which was not applicable for me, personally.

[Liseudis Ruiz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thorough summary on how to be a Project Management, for dummies! I really loved it and learned a lot.

[Gergana · Rating 3 out of 5]

Took me a while. A bit less than 2 years :D

[Abenezer Zewdu]

nic

[Ricardo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bastante bueno, los procesos se explican de una forma muy simplificada, ayuda mucho a tener buenas nociones de project management para personas que no nos dedicamos a eso

[Haytham Badawey · Rating 3 out of 5]

My first book to read on PM, that was during second semester 3rd year mechanical engineering college. I was given an assignment to study PM and teach it to my class mates in IDT, student activity group(industrial development team, ain-shams university).

This book is very simple and to the point, it just gives you a basic idea about PM. It only covers the main idea and concepts, but doesn't go into details.

I think it's good for non-project managers. Since a project manager need to read 100 times in size and complexity of the book in order to be a successful project manager.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

My dad lent me this book to help me with some new responsibilities at work. It is an excellent overview of project management and really helped me get my feet on the ground. There are, of course, many more in-depth books out there, but if you're looking for something to get you started or something to refer back to as a handy guideline, this book is very solid.

[Erin · Rating 3 out of 5]

A bit of a snoozer, but probably a good overview of Project Management. However, after reading this you're not going to be ready to go out and lead a project. It's just a general overview of some aspects of project management...nothing too specific.

[Scott · Rating 4 out of 5]

Is a nice short book on project management to give a newcomer a quick glance at the concerns.

[Angel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Clear and concise, perfect size to take-along with you on an airplane ride.

[Tania · Rating 2 out of 5]

It's OK, not too difficult to read and somewhat repetitive in terms of the examples used.

And don't think that if you read this book, you'll know how to start managing a project.

[George · Rating 4 out of 5]

This has been a really useful book. Not a John LeCarre thriller, but...an excellent introduction to Project Management.

[Pete Bylone · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good explanation of the project management principles. Predictably dry, but but not as bad as it could be. I'd recommend to anyone who manages projects at work.

[Islam Mohamed · Rating 2 out of 5]

It is simple and easy to read and gives an introductory level about project managemebt, however there are lots of redunduncies and boring repetitions.

[Dan Ott · Rating 5 out of 5]

OK approach to PM work. Some simplistic parts but a great refresher...

[Edikan Udoh · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book delivers on its promise. It's a good starter to the world of project management, with enough insight to equip and enough lure to get you curious.

[Ruthmgon · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am not actually done with this one. ;)