Contemporary Project Management: Plan-Driven and Agile Approaches
By Timothy Kloppenborg, Vittal S. Anantatmula, Kathryn Wells
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Introduce students to traditional methods in project management and the latest agile practices with Kloppenborg/Anantatmula/Wells' "Contemporary Project Management," 6th Edition. Drawing project management techniques from successful practice and the latest research, this edition is consistent with 8th Edition of the PMBOK® Guide, as well as other PMI standards and agile guides.
A new comprehensive case study flows through every chapter, illustrating AI use, knowledge management, and advice on prompts. New features, glossary, and an integrated case highlight similarities and differences of agile practice. PMP®-style questions prepare students for the new 2026 PMP® certification exam. Students also learn to use Microsoft® Project to automate processes.
Students build portfolios showcasing deliverables for real projects as they prepare to become Certified Associates in Project Management (CAPM®) or Certified Project Management Professionals (PMP®). Resources in Cengage’s learning platform, MindTap, including author videos, homework assignments, and AI in Action activities help prepare students for project management practices in the workplace.
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Introduce students to traditional methods in project management and the latest agile practices with Kloppenborg/Anantatmula/Wells' "Contemporary Project Management," 6th Edition. Drawing project management techniques from successful practice and the latest research, this edition is consistent with 8th Edition of the PMBOK® Guide, as well as other PMI standards and agile guides.
A new comprehensive case study flows through every chapter, illustrating AI use, knowledge management, and advice on prompts. New features, glossary, and an integrated case highlight similarities and differences of agile practice. PMP®-style questions prepare students for the new 2026 PMP® certification exam. Students also learn to use Microsoft® Project to automate processes.
Students build portfolios showcasing deliverables for real projects as they prepare to become Certified Associates in Project Management (CAPM®) or Certified Project Management Professionals (PMP®). Resources in Cengage’s learning platform, MindTap, including author videos, homework assignments, and AI in Action activities help prepare students for project management practices in the workplace.
Features 23 videos in MindTap, engaging students in how to perform many of today's successful project management techniques.
Includes concepts consistent with PMBOK® work processes that follow a step-by-step presentation.
INTEGRATED COVERAGE OF MICROSOFT® PROJECT PREPARES STUDENTS TO WORK WITH THE MOST RECENT TOOLS. The author introduces all concepts using a step-by-step presentation that's consistent with PMBOK® work processes. Students then learn how to automate the project management techniques using Microsoft® Project. Students practice techniques such as identifying and overcoming resource overloads and managing project schedules. Full-color screenshots and multiple videos make content more realistic and easier to follow.
Table of contents
Part I: Organizing Projects
- 1. Introduction to Project Management
- 2. Project Selection and Prioritization
- 3. Chartering Projects
Part II: Leading Projects
- 4. Organizational Capability: Structure, Culture, and Roles
- 5. Leading and Managing Project Teams
- 6. Stakeholder Analysis and Communication Planning
Part III: Planning Projects
- 7. Holistic Scope Planning
- 8. Scheduling Projects
- 9. Resourcing and Accelerating Projects
- 10. Budgeting Projects
- 11. Project Uncertainty Planning
- 12. Project Quality Planning and Project Kick-off
Part IV: Performing Projects
- 13. Project Procurement and Partnering
- 14. Determining Project Progress and Results
- 15. Finishing the Project and Realizing the Benefits
- Appendix A: PMP and CAPM Exam Prep Suggestions
- Appendix B: PMP Exam Content 2026 Outline With CPM, 6th Edition Chapter Coverage
- Appendix C: PMBOK Guide, 8th Edition Processes Mapped by Domain and Focus Area Showing Primary Inputs and Outputs
- Appendix D: PMBOK Guide, 8th Edition Coverage in "Contemporary Project Management," 6th Edition
- Appendix E: MS Project instructions in "Contemporary Project Management," 6th Edition
- Appendix F: Answers to Selected Exercises
- Appendix G: Project Deliverables
- Appendix H: Strengths Themes as Used in Project Management
- Appendix I: PMI Standard for Artificial Intelligence
- Glossary Terms consistent the PMBOK�, 8th Edition Guide; Multiple Other PMI Guides and Standards; and Current Agile Practice
- Index
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