An Introduction to Project Management: Predictive, Agile, and Hybrid Approaches (7th Edition) – eBook

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Discover Schwalbe’s An Introduction to Project Management, 7th Edition (PDF), an essential guide that has been meticulously revised to align with the latest insights from the Project Management Institute’s PMBOK® Guide – Seventh Edition (2021) along with key concepts from the Sixth Edition (2017). This edition presents an expansive exploration of various project management methodologies, including predictive/waterfall, agile/adaptive, and hybrid approaches, ensuring that readers are well-equipped to handle diverse project challenges.

One notable enhancement in this edition is the inclusion of a second running case study, the Global Construction Human Capital project, which complements the existing predictive Just-In-Time Training case. This new case focuses on agile/hybrid methodologies and is accompanied by practical resources, such as a comprehensive product vision statement, an extensive product backlog, user stories, burndown charts, product roadmaps, release plans, and more, allowing readers to see real-world applications of these concepts.

Chapter 10 has been completely revamped to provide in-depth insights into PMP and other Certifications, making it a vital resource for aspiring project managers looking to bolster their credentials and knowledge.

Rich with new research, updated statistics, and relevant real-world examples, this edition ensures that the content remains fresh and impactful. Screenshots and updated information from popular project management software tools are integrated throughout the book, enhancing the learning experience. Each chapter is thoughtfully structured, featuring a variety of engaging elements like opening cases, case wrap-ups, and practical examples of successes and pitfalls in project management practice.

The end-of-chapter materials are robust, offering discussion questions, concise chapter summaries, quick quizzes, and hands-on exercises, all aimed at strengthening comprehension through case studies and additional resources provided in the appendix. For students, a complimentary online portal provides access to valuable resources such as template files, interactive quizzes, and links to Video Highlights, enriching the overall learning journey. Meanwhile, instructors can access a secure site filled with lecture slides, solution files, test banks, and more, ensuring a seamless teaching experience.

ISBN: 979-8695713459

NOTE: Please be aware that this sale includes only the ebook version of An Introduction to Project Management: Predictive, Agile, and Hybrid Approaches 7th Edition in a converted PDF format, which may result in page numbers differing from those in the physical edition. Access codes are not included.