This book is an important part of McGraw-Hill’s Operations and Decision Sciences series, and a great way to become a more effective project manager.

What does this book cover?

Project Management: The Managerial Process is designed to show you how Project Management is vital to the effectiveness of any organisation, and how it contributes to the whole. This book is fully compatible with the Connect Integrated Learning System, giving students access to all of the information they need and making each class session more engaging and informative.

You’ll learn about:

• The essential tools and processes of project management
• The way these tools affect and are affected by an organisation’s culture
• How to choose methods with organisational culture and personality dynamics in mind
• How methodology and people skills combine to drive project outcomes

About the Authors 

Erik Larson teaches project management, leadership and organisational behaviour at Oregon State University’s College of Business. He is a certified Project Management Professional with a PhD from SUNY Buffalo. Clifford Gray serves as Professor Emeritus of Management at Oregon State University’s College of Business. Both are heavily published in the field.

Project management is a complex field, and this book makes it understandable. It is the perfect choice for students and for management professionals alike.