Microsoft Project 2010 Project Management Real World Skills For Certification And Beyond Exam 77 178 With Cd

Author : Robert Happy
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 509 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2010-07-15
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780470917183

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Project 2010 Project Management by Robert Happy Pdf

The ideal on-the-job reference guide for project managers who use Microsoft Project 2010 This must-have guide to using Microsoft Project 2010 is written from a real project manager's perspective and is packed with information you can use on the job. The book explores using Project 2010 during phases of project management, reveals best practices, and walks you through project flow from planning through tracking to closure. This valuable book follows the processes defined in the PMBOK® Guide, Fourth Edition, and also provides exam prep for Microsoft's MCTS: Project 2010 certification. Explains Microsoft Project 2010, the leading software tool for project managers Shows working project managers practical ways to use Project 2010 on the job Delves into project planning, tracking, reporting, and project closure, and explores best practices for all phases of planning Reveals new software features, including tools that show what factors are affecting the schedule, a "what-if" scenario builder, and how slippages affect other aspects of the project Follows processes and procedures from The Guide to Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®), Fourth Edition Covers the skill set required for the MCTS: Microsoft Project 2010, Managing Projects certification, so you can use this book for exam prep This valuable book follows the processes defined in the PMBOK Guide, Fourth Edition, and also provides exam prep for Microsoft's MCTS: Project 2010, Managing Projects certification. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file. (PMBOK is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.)

Author : Robert Happy
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2010-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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MICROSOFT PROJECT 2010 PROJECT MANAGEMENT:REAL-WORLD SKILLS FOR CERTIFICATION AND BEYOND,EXAM 77-178 (With CD ) by Robert Happy Pdf

Market_Desc: Primary Reader--The book is targeted at project managers. This can also include resource managers, team leads, project schedulers, project administrators, project management students. The ideal Reader are new project managers, new Microsoft Project users, and experienced Microsoft Project users who are looking for the right way to use Microsoft Project.Secondary Reader--Candidates for Microsoft's new MCTS: Misrosoft Project 2010, Managing Projects (70-178) exam. Special Features: " By Project Managers, For Project Managers--Unlike other Microsoft Project 2010 books, this book focuses on essential skills Project Managers need to have when using Project to perform their jobs." Practical Look at a Complex Product--Microsoft Project is a difficult product to master. This book focuses on Project's features that users will need to use to effectively manage projects, bypassing features they will rarely if ever use." Systematic Approach-Author shows the reader how to use Microsoft Project in all phases of project management, from creating a work breakdown structure to closing a project." Enhanced CD--CD includes ove an hours worth of video walkthroughs from author Robert Happy, as well as project files used throughout the book." Maps to PMBOK Guide--The Guide to Project Management Body of Knowledge is the standard for all project managers. The book focuses on the process and procedures defined in PMBOK Guide 4th Ed, showing them how Microsoft Project can be used to perform these tasks." Ideal for Certification Candidates--Book covers the entire skill set for the MCTS: Micorosoft Project 2010, Managing Projects (70-178) certification offered my Microsoft Learning. About The Book: This book is a practical guide to using Microsoft Project 2010 from a real project management practitioner's perspective. It incorporates best practices and follows the natural process flow of project planning through tracking and closure. The goal of this book is not to overwhelm and impress the reader with how many features can be crammed between the covers, but instead, place value on getting project managers using Project properly and as quickly as possible.Readers can begin planning their projects immediately, using best practices and see quick results from applying the techniques they have learned. This is a how-to book on project planning, tracking and reporting using Microsoft Project and not a product reference guide which is what the market is currently flooded with.

Author : Robert Happy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Microsoft Project
ISBN : OCLC:844193266

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Project 2010 Project Management by Robert Happy Pdf

The ideal on-the-job reference guide for project managers who use Microsoft Project 2010This must-have guide to using Microsoft Project 2010 is written from a real project manager's perspective and is packed with information you can use on the job. The book explores using Project 2010 during phases of project management, reveals best practices, and walks you through project flow from planning through tracking to closure. This valuable book follows the processes defined in the PMBOK Guide, Fourth Edition, and also provides exam prep for Microsoft's MCTS: Project 2010 certification.Explains Micr.

Author : Dale Howard,Gary Chefetz
Publisher : MSProjectExperts
Page : 619 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2010-10-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1934240176

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Ultimate Study Guide: Foundations Using Microsoft Project 2010 by Dale Howard,Gary Chefetz Pdf

Use this self-paced study guide to learn Microsoft Project 2010 by working through real-world scheduling scenarios. Download the practice files and follow the hands-on lessons to master the mysteries of the Microsoft Project 2010 scheduling engine. This book is for beginners and novice users who want to solidify their skills or study for Microsoft's 77-178 certification exam, Microsoft Project 2010 Managing Projects. Microsoft Project MVPs Dale Howard and Gary Chefetz put their years of field experience and teaching expertise into the Ultimate Study Guide and loaded it with best practice recommendations, side notes and warnings to help you succeed.

Author : Dale A. Howard,Gary L. Chefetz
Publisher : MSProjectExperts
Page : 650 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1934240133

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Ultimate Study Guide by Dale A. Howard,Gary L. Chefetz Pdf

The Ultimate Learning Guide to Microsoft Project 2010: Foundations is a complete learning experience and reference manual for managing projects using the Microsoft Project 2010 desktop application. This book takes a systematic approach to the topical ordering which follows the Project Management Institute (PMI) standard. The Foundations volume provides you with detailed and in-depth information for the most important foundational concepts needed for effectively using Microsoft Project 2010.

Author : Kim Heldman
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 652 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2011-08-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781118083215

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PMP Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide by Kim Heldman Pdf

Completely updated for the 2011 version of the PMP® exam! If you're preparing for the Project Management Professional (PMP) exam, this thorough book is what you need. Not only does it reflect the very latest version of the exam, it is written by popular project management expert Kim Heldman—author of the five previous editions of this top-selling book—and it also includes a CD with practice exams, exam prep software, electronic flashcards, and over two hours of additional audio review. All exam objectives, as well as essential PMP topics, concepts, and key terms are covered. Prepares candidates to take the Project Management Professional (PMP) exam as well as the Certified Associate Project Management (CAPM®) exam, both offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI®) Covers all exam objectives plus a wide range of Project Management topics, concepts, and key terms Uses real-world scenarios and How This Applies to Your Current Project sidebars to fully illustrate concepts Includes an invaluable CD with testing software, practice exams, electronic flashcards, and over two hours of audio review Serves as a valuable go-to book to keep on hand—even after the exam Project management is a desired skill in today's IT marketplace. PMP: Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide, Sixth Edition can help you prepare. CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase. (CAPM, PMI, PMP and Project Management Professional are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.)

Author : Kim Heldman,Terri Wagner,Linda Kretz Zaval
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 1440 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2009-08-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0470479604

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PMP Project Management Professional Exam Certification Kit by Kim Heldman,Terri Wagner,Linda Kretz Zaval Pdf

STUDY. PRACTICE. REVIEW. The complete study tool for taking the PMP exam –and an inside look at the tasks a project manager faces in the field The Project Management Profressional (PMP) certification is the most desired skill in today′s IT marketplace and candidates are required to have thousands of hours of PM experience even before taking the PMP exam. This value–priced trio of essential resources includes PMP: Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide, Fifth Edition; PMP: Project Management Professional Exam Review Guide; and Project Manager Street Smarts: A Real–World Guide to PMP Skills. This value–priced kit includes three essential guides for preparing for the PMP exam STUDY with the PMP: Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide, Fifth Edition: Concise yet comprehensive guide covers a wide range of PMP topics PRACTICE with Project Manager Street Smarts: A Real–World Guide to PMP Skills: Offers you an inside look at some of the most common and challenging tasks that project managers must face REVIEW with PMP: Project Management Professional Exam Review Guide: Organized by exam objectives in six chapters, each of which corresponds to one of the six domain areas of the PMP exam This kit prepares you for taking the PMP exam as well as the challenges that come with being a project manager.

Author : Paul E. Harris
Publisher : Eastwood Harris Pty Ltd
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781921059353

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Planning and Scheduling Using Microsoft® Project 2010 by Paul E. Harris Pdf

The book is designed for users of earlier versions to upgrade their skills and for new planners to learn the software. It starts with the basics required to create a schedule, through resource planning and on to the more advanced features. A chapter is dedicated to the new functions and it outlines the differences from the earlier versions throughout the book. Microsoft(r) Project 2010 is an extensive software update with many new functions and as a result this is a complete rewrite of the author's previous book. It is designed to teach project management professionals how to use the software in a project environment.

Author : Bonnie Biafore
Publisher : Pearson Education
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2011-03-15
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780735661820

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Successful Project Management by Bonnie Biafore Pdf

Learn best practices and proven methods from project management professionals—and apply these skills as you work with Microsoft Project. In this practical guide, project management expert Bonnie Biafore shows you how to manage projects efficiently and effectively, sharing the real-world experiences of project managers in several industries. You'll learn how to put the best practices and hard-won lessons of experts to work on your critical projects. Sharpen the skills you need to manage projects expertly—from start to finish Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, management, and team members Apply methods to break down the project into small, manageable pieces Define work assignments, choose resources, and build project schedules Accurately estimate project costs and work with a budget Identify project changes and manage risks Track progress and balance priorities without sacrificing quality Document project history and lessons learned to help improve future projects Project files available on the companion website.

Author : Advisicon,Tim Runcie,Doc Dochtermann
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781118330265

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Making Effective Business Decisions Using Microsoft Project by Advisicon,Tim Runcie,Doc Dochtermann Pdf

A guide to Microsoft Project that focuses on developing a successful project management strategy across the organization to drive better decisions Making Effective Business Decisions Using Microsoft Project goes far beyond the basics of managing projects with Microsoft Project and how to set up and use the software. This unique guide is an indispensable resource for anyone who operates within a Project Management Operation (PMO) or is affected by the adoption of project management within an organization. Its focus is to provide practical and transitional information for those who are charged with making decisions and supporting corporate and strategic objectives, and who face cost and resource constraints. Because more and more companies are aligning project management with their business strategies, the book not only provides guidance on using Microsoft Project and teaching project management skills, but also includes important information on measuring results and communicating with the executive branch. It also provides valuable guidance in using SharePoint Server for social networking and working within a team. Clearly written and presented, the book: Covers work management using Microsoft Project at multiple levels within an organization Focuses on using Microsoft Project 2010 to integrate and support overall organizational strategies Includes hundreds of graphics, screen shots, and annotations that make it the most accessible and usable guide available on the subject Making Effective Business Decisions Using Microsoft Project is a valuable reference for project managers at all levels, and it sets a new standard for training manuals used by businesses that teach courses on project management using Microsoft Project.

Author : Teresa Stover,Bonnie Biafore,Andreea Marinescu
Publisher : Pearson Education
Page : 1813 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2011-05-15
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780735662858

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Microsoft Project 2010 Inside Out by Teresa Stover,Bonnie Biafore,Andreea Marinescu Pdf

Conquer Microsoft Project 2010—from the inside out! You're beyond the basics, so dive right in and really put your project management skills to work! This supremely organized reference packs hundreds of timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds. It's all muscle and no fluff. Discover how the experts tackle Project 2010—and challenge yourself to new levels of mastery. Take charge of the project triangle—time, money, and scope—to balance your plan Enable collaboration among team members, sponsors, and other project stakeholders Manually schedule tasks or use the automatic scheduling engine Track and control your project using earned value analysis Create pivot views of project data with Microsoft Excel(R) 2010 and Visio(R) 2010 Manage project activities in an enterprise project-management environment Apply your experience to future projects by creating your own custom templates

Author : Nancy C. Muir
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2010-05-10
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0470501324

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Project 2010 For Dummies by Nancy C. Muir Pdf

A friendly reference guide to Microsoft Project, the leading enterprise project management software As project management software, Microsoft Project allows you to oversee your business activities effectively. You can manage resources, share project info, perform modeling and scenario analysis, and standardize reporting processes. This easy-to-understand guide is completely updated to cover the latest changes and newest enhancements to Project 2010 and shows you how to get Project 2010 to work for you. After an introduction to basic project management concepts, you’ll discover the mechanics of using Project software to create and manage projects. Other topics covered include working with calendars, using and sharing resources, budgeting, formatting taskbars, gathering and tracking data, working with reports, and creating templates. Microsoft Project allows you to manage resources, share project information, perform scenario analysis, and standardize reporting processes Offers completely updated coverage of the new Project 2010, which is expected to implement the Office Ribbon Reviews formatting taskbars, gathering and tracking data, and working with reports Addresses using and sharing resources, creating templates, and managing projects Let the friendly For Dummies writing style guide you through maximizing the new features of Project 2010.

Author : Scott Daley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 959 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Microsoft Project
ISBN : 0132678500

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Microsoft Project 2010 in Depth by Scott Daley Pdf

Author : Teresa S. Stover,Andreea Marinescu,Bonnie Biafore
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2011-08-31
Category : Microsoft Project
ISBN : 0735661626

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Microsoft Project Management Kit 2010 by Teresa S. Stover,Andreea Marinescu,Bonnie Biafore Pdf

Dive deep into Microsoft Project 2010 with reference and best practices from project management experts Learn proven methods and hard-won lessons from project management professionals--and apply these skills as you work with Microsoft Project 2010. In this two-in-one kit, project management expert Bonnie Biafore shows you how to manage projects efficiently and effectively, and shares the experiences of professionals in the field. You'll then learn how to put these skills to work with Project 2010, using hundreds of timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds. The two books included in this kit are: Microsoft Project 2010 Inside Out Conquer Microsoft Project 2010--from the inside out! This supremely organized reference packs hundreds of timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds. Discover how the experts tackle Project 2010--and challenge yourself to new levels of mastery. Take charge of the project triangle--time, money, and scope--to balance your plan Enable collaboration among team members, sponsors, and other project stakeholders Manually schedule tasks or use the automatic scheduling engine Track and control your project using earned value analysis Create pivot views of project data with Microsoft Excel 2010 and Visio 2010 Manage project activities in an enterprise project-management environment Apply your experience to future projects by creating your own custom templates Successful Project Management Project management expert Bonnie Biafore gives you professional advice for managing projects efficiently and effectively, and shares real-world experiences of project managers in several industries. Learn how to put the best practices and hard-won lessons of experts to work on your critical projects. Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, management, and team members Apply methods to break down the project into small, manageable pieces Define work assignments, choose resources, and build project schedules Accurately estimate project costs and work with a budget Identify project changes and manage risks Track progress and balance priorities without sacrificing quality Document project history and lessons-learned to help improve future projects

Author : Rita Mulcahy
Publisher : Cisco Press
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2005-10-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780132702973

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PM Crash Course for IT Professionals by Rita Mulcahy Pdf

Real-world project management tools and techniques you can start using today! IT professionals are often faced with extremely challenging project deployments, as well as initiatives that are mission-critical to their organizations. For IT project managers, a strong understanding of the discipline of project management can be invaluable—both to success with individual projects and to their overall careers. However, most books and training materials on project management pay little or no attention to the unique challenges IT project managers face. PM Crash CourseTM for IT Professionals is full of project management tools that you can apply immediately to your IT projects—to deliver them on time, on budget, and with fewer headaches. Authored by world-renowned project management trainer Rita Mulcahy, this book will help you get your IT projects back on track using proven, real-world project management tools and techniques. This revolutionary Course in a Book® covers the basics of project management, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and more. It also moves beyond the basics to cover a number of real-world project management tools and techniques for IT initiatives. The authors provide indispensable practical checklists, templates, and exercises to reinforce your learning of these concepts. The book includes dozens of tricks, insights, and contributions from real project managers sharing what has made a difference for them when managing real-world projects. If you are looking for easy-to-use tools and processes to make an immediate impact on your current IT project, PM Crash CourseTM for IT Professionals is the resource for you. Rita Mulcahy, PMP, founder and CEO of RMC Project Management, is the most popular project management author in the world. Since 1991, hundreds of thousands of project managers have utilized her 30+ best-selling books and resources to expand their project management knowledge and further their careers. Real-World Issues Covered: • Understanding why IT projects fail--—and preventing failure • Defining effective IT project charters and requirements • Organizing IT roadmaps into manageable projects • Capturing, creating, and using historical data • Establishing “soft” and “hard” project metrics and milestones • Defining project scope, and avoiding scope creep • Identifying and managing stakeholders and expectations • Choosing the right PM tools for your needs—including in-house, hosted, and cloud-based solutions