Practical Course in Project Management - dummies - III English Version

Usually, those who enter the world of Project Management gets immediately passionate about the subject and starts to make assessments on how - to carry out the profession of Project Manager, which skills are needed, what studies can help and in which sectors a Project Management methodology is used which potential can have the profession of the Project Manager and what could be the difficulties This introduction to Project Management, in vocational education and professional training context, intends to increase students’ personal skills and to enhance their employability in the world of work. The project management methodology provides skills in planning, managing risks, resources, time and costs, as well as transversal skills useful to identify priorities, distinguish a project or process into phases, activate a process of planning and control of activities in order to achieve the objectives on time and, last but not least, it helps to develop the ability to work in a team. Furthermore, Project Management can develop or expand better problem solving and business skills and also a strong managerial mindset. This Project Management course enables students, or participants in general, to organize their work with a view to achieving an objective, whatever the type and complexity, in a way that ensures the achievement of the expected benefits.The book is divided into 3 modules:1. The first module is a good introduction to Project Management dealing with the fields of application, the relative professional figures and the areas of knowledge touched by Project Management.2. The second module is  about  the project, touching on the organization, causes of failure and risks associated with a project and their management.3. The third and last module is an illustration of what comprises an entire project management and thus its life cycle until closure.The explication of the topics in this book takes place directly and with practical examples in order to allow the reader to better fix the contents. I always say: “It’s the book I wanted to read before starting in project management”