The MBA of a Project Manager - From Planning to Success

Author: Dennis Cohen
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This book is timely for project managers transitioning from a project-centric to an enterprise-centric approach, as it is rich in content and a must-read. The two experienced experts use a learning-friendly approach, employing numerous examples to transform abstract financial concepts into less intimidating ones. This book is designed for project managers, project team members, and managers who want to contribute more to achieving organizational expected outcomes through their projects. Chapter introduces the enterprise systems approach to project management. It elaborates on how examining projects from a framework perspective based on business concepts such as increasing shareholder value and economic value added can help make better decisions throughout the project lifecycle and ultimately lead to greater project success. Chapter 2 discusses the basic accounting and financial issues related to enterprises and projects. Chapter 3 discusses strategy and the ever-changing environment in which businesses operate. Chapter 4 examines the impact of project management practices on creating economic value. Chapter 5 discusses issues related to revenue from cash flow. Chapter 6 focuses on costs and the factors that affect the costs required to create revenue for project outcomes. Chapter 7 explains why finance is crucial for project managers. Chapter 8 discusses how an understanding of the enterprise system can help project managers make management decisions. Chapter 9 summarizes all the concepts and perspectives presented for project managers and project managers.