Project management essentials

Developing and implementing a smart project management practice requires profound knowledge on the discipline. The project management discipline cannot be digested in one small bite as it encompasses knowledge of various domains and disciplines. It deals with complex specialties such as scope management, cost and time management, quality management, human resources management, communications management, integration and risk management, and it can overlap with other management disciplines. This chapter does not aspire to examine all of these domains but will take you through a journey to discover some of the most essential elements in managing projects.

The project lifecycle and phases

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