The Handbook of project management : A practical guide to effective policies and procedures

During the past decade, the skills of project management have become increasingly recognize as highly desirable for managers at all levels of an organization. Most people today can benefit from the application of these skills to some areas of their daily operations. From large undertakings, such as the Channel Tunnel or North Sea oil rigs, to the unique but smaller projects that take place in every type of organization, special skills are required if project management is to produce the right results. This practical , comprehensive handbook is written specifically to help project managers improve their performance using tried-and-tested techniques. It will be particularly useful if you are : looking to develop the skills of effective project management;about to start work as a project manager;wishing to acquire new skills and techniques;wishing to train others in the application of project tools. Trevor L. Young is a senior consultant of the industrial society, a not-for-profit organization with the overarching vision to unlock the potential of people and organizations by promoting ethical standards, excellence and learning at work. He has designed and conducted two public training courses in project management techniques and project leadership for the industrial society. He is a member of the Institute of Personnel and Development and is also the author of How to be a Better Project Manager.