Chinese Project Management Knowledge System

Author: China (Double Method) Project Management Research Committee
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: This book presents the theoretical method system and practical process norms of management from the perspective of the project management discipline, combining its practical application characteristics. It features a distinct combination of theoretical cutting-edge, systematic knowledge, authoritative content, and concise expression. The book consists of nine chapters, logically divided into three parts. Part I, which is Chapter 1, covers the system framework of the project management discipline, including the formation and development of the discipline, its scientific positioning, and the structure of the Chinese project management knowledge system. Part II, comprising Chapters 2 to 8, focuses on project management knowledge for temporary project organizations. Chapter 2 introduces the basic concepts of projects and project management, along with their fundamental content, approach, and characteristics. Chapters 3, 4, 5, and 6 follow the project life cycle as a, respectively covering project management knowledge related to the concept phase, development phase, implementation phase, and closure phase. Chapter 7, organized around the project management knowledge areas, introduces the nine major areas of project scope management, time management, cost management, quality management, human resource management, information management, risk management, procurement management, and integrated management. Chapter 8 introduces the basic methods and tools frequently used in project management. Part III, which is Chapter 9, focuses on organizational project management, systematically introducing the system framework and main methods for long-term organizational project management. The primary purpose of writing this book is to form the foundational documents of the project management discipline in China and to construct its system framework. At the same time, it also meets the needs of serving as a knowledge assessment basis and standard for the IPMA International Project Management Professional Certification (IPMP). It is an invaluable reference book for both theoretical and practical project management professionals, as well as the standard and basis for the IPMA International Project Management Professional Certification (IPMP) knowledge assessment. Additionally, it can serve as a textbook or reference for introductory project management courses in universities and for project management knowledge training in enterprises and public institutions.