Book Description
A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide)—2000 Edition is now available in eight additional languages to help project managers around the world.
Each of PMI's official translations includes a bilingual glossary of newly translated and standardized project management terminology. This allows candidates to study the guide in the same language in which they plan to take the Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification exam.
PMI undertook a rigorous, year-long process to ensure the maximum effectiveness of each official translation. Each translation team included qualified bilingual PMPs as well as professional translators and editors.
Official translations: Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Korean, German and Italian.
Customer Reviews:
What percentage of people who bought this book ever refer to it after passing the PMP Exam?.......2007-10-21
I'm just amazed that this book is the #1 rated project management book, and the #5 rated Leadership and Management book! I've had my copy for over 10 years and never cracked it open. That's like having the English Dictionary be #1 in literature! Yes, the dictionary is a valuable reference, but who among us has read that?!!
Most boring book you can read, Good for reference.......2007-10-06
You cannot really read this book. You can use it as a reference, very comprehensive. Must read other book for learning the basics, then use this as a reference for comprehensive guide.
Unfortunately badly written, but absolutely necessary.......2007-10-01
This book is absolutely mandatory to get a PMP certification, which is nearly a mandatory requirement for being a project manager. These days, it is difficult to get a PM job without this certification. And the only way to get it is by knowing this book from cover to cover no matter how dry and 'dictionary-like' it is.
That being said, it is not *that* bad. It is better than, for example, the CMMI 1.2 book. What is missing is why these practices are the "best practices" and why you would implement them - what the benefits would be. Also missing is any kind of comprehensible memorable writing style.
You're not going to pass the certification test by reading this book, but you can't pass without it either.
Good Book.......2007-09-28
A very good book for PMs, since it is from PMI, they have covered most aspects of PM, however, no that much in detail, so not that good for early career PMs.
Very good Book - - Un libro muy bueno, se los recomiendo........2007-09-24
This is a very good book, you should read it if you want to know more about project management.
Es un libro muy bueno, se los recomiendo si estan interesados en la administracion de proyectos.
Product Description
Brand new book, autographed by author.
Customer Reviews:
Everything you need to know about the subject!.......2007-09-26
This one book has it all! The author hasn't left any segment of Six Sigma uncovered. The index is detailed, making it easy to find a particular thing in the book. The language is easy to follow.
Wow Book.......2007-09-07
This book is worth the price. A good guide indeed, covering theoretical perspective and making practical sense as well. A must for those new and enthusiastic readers of Six-Sigma.
My Six Sigma Handbook Review.......2007-09-01
The Six Sigma Handbook was a required reading as part of the Black Belt Certification I am taking. I have read the entire handbook. I found some chapters easier to read than others. There are other books, on Six Sigma, that may easier for the novice to read. This book is a great desk-top reference for anyone who is in the manufacturing line of business because most of the examples are focused in that direction. The book does contain some transactional examples from service companies that are helpful.
Review.......2007-07-17
The book is very good on stats and very comprehensive. However for a book this size, would like to have seen a bit more on problem solving tools
Book used as part of a Black Belt Program.......2007-05-14
I am reading the book as part of a SixSigma Black Belt program, currently at page 327. Reading as I am for comprehension, I find that there is a information in just about every line of the book. Pyzdek demonstrates his experience in the field of improvement, as all dimensions are thoroughly addressed. As an experienced engineering manager, I do not see too many stones unturned.
Book Description
This self-study guide for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam from the Project Management Institute contains everything project managers need to pass the PMP Exam, including 44 processes, and 592 inputs, tools, and outputs. Exam topics are covered and insider secrets, complete explanations of all PMP subjects, test tricks and tips, hundreds of highly realistic sample questions, and exercises designed to strengthen understanding of PMP concepts and prepare managers for exam success on the first attempt are provided.
Customer Reviews:
Lives up to its name.......2007-10-19
I took the PMP last week, and passed it on my first try. I found that Andy's book played a significant role in that accomplishment.
In preparing for the exam, I took Eddie Merla's boot camp, and thoroughly read and studied the following books (in sequence):
- The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management by Eric Verzuh
- Head First PMP by Jennifer Greene and Andrew Stellman
- PMP In Depth by Dr. Paul Sanghera
- The PMP Exam - How to Pass on Your First Try by Andy Crowe
I found Eric's book a great introduction to the subject mater, and following that with Head First really helped develop my understanding of the PMBOK material. Dr. Paul's approach by Process Group gave me another perspective on the material, which I also found to be beneficial in terms of being ready for the exam's approach. Ending with Andy's book left me really prepared for the exam.
I found that Andy's presentation of the material was very thorough. I really appreciate the way he detailed the flow of inputs and outputs throughout the processes, and took time to point out some of the things that just do not flow that way that many might expect - which really helped me in terms of being prepared for the exam. One thing in particular that I liked about Andy's book is that I really enjoyed reading and studying it - it was not the type of book that was a chore to read. Andy's style was interesting in the sense that I could almost here him speaking to me as I read the material. I have read many books in my day, and I think that this is the first one that achieved that merit. Job well done Andy!
Disappointed.......2007-10-07
I've read this and many other PMP study guides and here is my opinion. I passed the PMP exam but NOT due to this book. The main disappointment I have with this book (and a few others) is that it is organized according to the knowledge areas, whereas the PMP exam specifications by PMI are organized according to the process groups. Also it makes more sense to study project management by process groups because this approach is closer to the real life experience: initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing. If I need to look at the project management body of knowledge organized according to the knowledge areas, I would rather look at the PMBOK Guide. The exam study guides should follow the exam specifications, and should not be a mere re-run of the PMBOK Guide. Also, there is no mention of the exam objectives in any chapter. It reads like more or less a re-run of the PMBOK Guide without any consideration of the exam spec. Other drawbacks of the book are the following:
1.Questions are too easy and not close to the real exam questions
2.For most of the topics the coverage is at very much surface leve, no depth. The adequate explanations and depth are missing.
3.Lots of typos and errors
So, don't use it as a primary source for your preparation. It's ok as a secondary source.
Passed easily!.......2007-09-14
Not sure whether this book was the reason for me passing or the PM PowerTrac CBT tool by Management Concepts (the company I work for has multiple licenses for this). I didn't really do much of the sample questions, I left that to PowerTrac; the content is pretty good though and is readable. I think the key to passing is to understand the structure of the questions and do a few example exams. All in all, my preparation for the exam was about a month, and I wasn't very disciplined either!
If I had used this book first time I would have passed at frst try........2007-09-05
Yes I passed the exam at second attempt. One reason the exam has gotten tough do not expect the question to be as easy as those that are in exercise or simulation exam. For every question you really need to know the fundamentals(as per PMI principles!!). That leads to my second reason for failing, I used much popular Rita Mulacahy's PMP exam prep book. The real problem started when I used the even more expensive PMP fast Track by RMC, each simulation test question answer confused me further. I took the PMP exam and I answered most obvious question with wrong answer. My friend suggested me to forget all other material and focus on this book. This book clearly explains the fundamental behind each knowledge area followed by Input - tools & technique - output of process within this knowledge area. If you understand and remember these gudelines thoroughly you are ready for the exam. If you are lucky and get many math questions you can score up to 70% easily. One more book which helped me was Paul Sanghera's PMP in depth, if you are an IT professional then you may find reading paul's book quiet enjoyable. Good luck.
PMP Reference.......2007-08-26
A great resource for explaining why the answers chosen in their sample exercises are correct or incorrect. This book help to solidify the readers understanding of the PMBOK.
Book Description
Whether you’re a current project manager seeking to validate the skills and knowledge acquired through years of practical experience or a newcomer to the PM field looking to strengthen your resume, the PMP certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) provides you with the means to do so. This new edition of the best-selling PMP: Project Management Professional Study Guide covers the 2005 updates to both the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and the PMP exam. Author Kim Heldman presents the material in a clear and accessible manner, taking you through the process groups in their logical order so you understand the parts and the whole equally well.
KEY TOPICS INCLUDE:
Project Initiation. Determining project goals, determining deliverables, determining process outputs, documenting constraints, documenting assumptions, defining strategies, producing formal documentation.
Project Planning. Refining a project, creating a WBS, developing a resource management plan, determining resource requirements, defining budgets, refining time and costs estimates, establishing project controls, obtaining plan approval.
Project Execution. Committing and implementing resources, managing and communicating progress, implementing quality assurance procedures.
Project Control. Measuring performance, refining control links, taking corrective action, evaluating effectiveness of corrective action, ensuring plan compliance, reassessing control plans, responding to risk event triggers, monitor project activity.
Project Closing. Obtaining acceptance of deliverables, documenting lessons learned, facilitating closure, preserving product records and tools, releasing resources.
Professional Responsibility. Ensuring integrity, contributing to knowledge base, balancing stakeholder interests, respecting differences.
Customer Reviews:
Boring to read, mediocre test questions, lowers confidence. .......2007-07-10
I started PMP study reading this book. It is almost as boring (and lengthy) to read as the PMBOK, endless repeats on what the inputs and outputs are. The test exams at the end of each chapter are frustrating - and the given answers often still leave you puzzled.
I changed to Rita Mulcahy's book - which was a MUCH easier read with a lot more practical and useful information. She also doesn't focus much on memorization, but understanding. The sample questions are very good and the answers give you a very good understanding.
After successfully passing mock exams, I tried the mock exam included on the CD with the KIM Heldman book. The questions were very lengthy and difficult to read (worse than the real PMP exam) and I didn't manage to get a good score on this mock exam - which was really bad for my confidence close to the exam. I decided to not look at it anymore and I passed the exam.
Good organization, beware of errors.......2006-11-17
I agree with the review by Albert, that there are numerous errors. The coverage mentioned in the title page of every chapter, leaves out some important topics covered within.
I would recommend this book to be read after attending a Instructor-led Training course, reading the PMBOK once, and reading Rita's book. Having such background will help to know the errors immediately.
On the positive side, this book is a good approach to organize the knowledge areas and process in a logical - real life order. The ongoing Kitchen Heaven Store project example provides a welcome break and a real-life manifestation of concepts.
Add to this, the sample exams and end of chapter summaries. I'll rate this 4-star and a good value for the money spent.
Too many errors, poor format, index lacking.......2006-08-14
I am studying for the PMP and have NOT sat for the test yet. I read this book (cover to cover), read the PMBOK-2005, and another book called 'PMP in Depth' (P. Sanghera).
I do not recommend the Sanghera book either (see my review on that book) but my comments on this book are this:
First, are the many blantant errors. Here are three examples of the many I found.
A) On page 191 it says "Interviewing" is not an official tool and technique of the Risk Identification process. This is not true (see PMBOK 11.2.2.2).
B)On page 254 it says that Activity Resource Estimating is an input to a process called "Human Activity Resource Estimating." This process does not exist in the PMBOK. The correct process is "Human Resource Planning." Further, this element is an input to two other processes not mentioned.
C) On page 263 it says Resource Limitations are NOT taken into consideration when conducting Schedule Network Analysis. The PMBOK (6.5.2.1) says that resource leveling is part of this tool and technique.
There are many other errors in this book (too numerous to mention here).
Second, the practice test questions are also riddled with errors. The danger in this kind of error is that the questions are tricky enough without putting the questions themselves into question.
Third, for me, the format of this book is not well suited to the way I learn (a personal point).
And fourth, the index is frustrating. Virtually all of the process inputs and outputs, and many of the tools & techniques, are missing -- it is structured for looking up process names.
On the positive side, I like the end of chapter summaries.
Best Reading to Pass PMP Exam.......2006-06-14
I bought and borrowed many books to study for the PMP exam and this was the BEST book, both in the material it covered and the way in which the material was presented. It is one of the few that take your through the project management process as you would really experience it, from project inception to closeout. Most other books geared toward the PMP exam organize the material based on the PMI knowledge areas, which have so much overlap it becomes confusing. I STRONGLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK. I passed the exam using this book and the quizes in Rita Mulcahy's PMP Exam Prep, which follows the knowlege areas.
Book Description
Media Reviews
- "I have been doing project management for over 30 years and am considered a subject matter expert in the PMBOK(r) Guide -Third Edition primarily because I am the Project Manager who led the team that developed this edition. As a consultant I was hired to review and evaluate eight of the top selling PMP Exam Preparation books for their accuracy in following the PMBOK® Guide - Third Edition. I have developed and taught a PMP Exam Prep course for a leading R.E.P., and taught PMP Exam preparation classes for PMI Chapters. I can honestly say that Head First PMP is by far the best PMP Exam Preparation book of all I have reviewed in depth. It is the very best basic education and training book that I have read that presents the processes for managing a project, which makes it a great resource for a basic project management class for beginners as well as a tool for practitioners who want to pass the PMP exam. The graphical story format is unique, as project management books go, which makes it both fun and easy to read while driving home the basics that are necessary for preparing someone is just getting started and those who want to take the exam."
--Dennis Bolles, PMP DLB Associates, LLC and co-author of The Power of Enterprise-Wide Project Management
- "This looks like too much fun to be a PMP study guide! Behind the quirky humor and nutty graphics lies an excellent explanation of the project management processes. Not only will this book make it easier to pass the exam, you'll learn a lot of good stuff to use on the job too."
--Carol Steuer, PMP and PMBOK(r) Guide, 3rd Edition Leadership Team
- "This is the best thing to happen to PMP since, well, ever. You'll laugh, learn, pass the exam, and become a better project manager all at the same time."
-- Scott Berkun, author of The Art of Project Management and The Myths of Innovation
- "Original, fresh, and fun... this is truly the perfect study companion for anyone aiming for PMP certification."
--Teresa Simmermacher, PMP and Project Manager at Avanade
- "I love this format! Head First PMP covers everything you need to know to pass your PMP exam. The sound-bite format combined with the whimsical images turns a dry subject into entertainment. The organization starts with the basics then drills into the details. The in-depth coverage of complex topics like Earned Value and Quality Control are presented in an easy to understand format with descriptions, pictures, and examples. This book will not only help you pass the PMP, it should be used as an daily reference for practicing project managers. I sure wish I had this when I was studying for the exam."
--Mike Jenkins, PMP, MBA
- "I think that under the fonts and formalized goofiness, the book has a good heart (intending to cover basic principles in an honest way rather than just to pass the test). Head First PMP attempts to educate potential project managers instead of being a mere "how to pass the PMP exam" book filled with test taking tips. This is truly something which sets it apart from the other PMP certification exam books."
--Jack Dahlgren, Project Management Consultant
- "Head First PMP is a great tool to help make sense of the Project Management Body of Knowledge for the everyday Project Manager."
--Mark Poinelli, PMP
About the Book
A PMP certification is more than just passing a test. It means that you have the knowledge to solve most common project problems, and proves that you know your stuff. Once you're certified, your projects are more likely to succeed because you have the skills and knowledge to make them successful. Not only that, it can mean a better job, more money, and greater respect from your peers.
But studying for a difficult four-hour exam on project management isn't easy, even for experienced project managers. You want to remember everything that you're learning about project management, but your brain is working against you! Your brain craves novelty, and most PMP certification prep books are anything but novel. When you keep putting down a boring book instead of studying, it's because your brain doesn't think the information in it is worth learning. Your brain has more important stuff to think about, like how to keep you alive and out of danger-and it doesn't think that failing the PMP exam qualifies as life-threatening!
So how do you trick your brain into thinking that your life does depend on learning everything you need to know to pass the PMP Exam? Head First PMP is the answer! Using the latest research in neurobiology, cognitive science and learning theory, Head First PMP has a visually rich format designed for the way your brain works-a multi-sensory experience that helps the material stick, not a text-heavy approach that puts you to sleep.
Head First PMP offers 100% coverage of The PMBOK® Guide principles and certification objectives in a way that's engaging, not tedious. This book helps you prepare for the PMP certification exam with a unique method that goes beyond answers to specific questions and makes you think about the big picture of project management. By putting project management concepts into context, you will be able to understand, remember, and apply them-not just on the exam, but also on the job.
With Head First PMP, you get the best of both worlds: a thorough and effective preparation guide for the PMP certification exam with hundreds of practice questions and exam strategies, along with puzzles, games, problems, exercises and the unique Head First approach that makes learning easy and entertaining. When you're done with Head First PMP, you'll know your stuff, you'll pass the exam, and you'll be able to bring everything you've learned to your job.
Customer Reviews:
One of many books you need to conquer PMP - not the only.......2007-10-10
I passed my PMP exam recently. In spite of my years of experience, I found that the exam needs a truckload of preparation! I started with PMBOK Guide, Rita Mulcahy, some others, and settled on HFP. The HFP is not the first book you should read, and certainly should not be the only book you read. Unlike the somewhat snide (and ineffective) Mulcahy book, this book would give you tons of useful mnemonics to remember stuff by. After reading this book, I was having a much easier time answering questions in other books, such as Mulcahy's.
The PMP examination is not for the faint of heart. At the minimum, you should know the PMBOK Guide by rote (esp. the I-TT-O, Glossary, and the formulae). You need to supplement that knowledge using other books. These are the list of books I found useful (in no particular order):
0. PMBOK Guide
1. HF PMP
2. Mulcahy
3. Kim Heldman
4. Andy Crowe
Unfortunately, HF PMP does leave out many vital topics. This will hurt you in the exam, if you have not covered it elsewhere (e.g. Calculating CPPC and FPIP using numbers, GERT, etc., amongst many other examples). But for the topics covered, you will have a strong help from this book in retaining that information!
I would strongly encourage the authors to consider revising the book and adding the missing topics - given the treatment of topics from the authors. Add a glossary of terms that may be referenced in the PMP Exam, even though these are not covered in detail in the book (with a ref.). It will be worth the price you'd pay for such a book!
Very Disappointed.......2007-10-07
I've read this and many other PMP study guides and here is my opinion. I passed the PMP exam but NOT due to this book. The main disappointment I have with this book (and a few others) is that it is organized according to the knowledge areas, whereas the PMP exam specifications by PMI are organized according to the process groups. Also it makes more sense to study project management by process groups because this approach is closer to the real life experience: initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing. If I need to look at the project management body of knowledge organized according to the knowledge areas, I would rather look at the PMBOK Guide. The exam study guides should follow the exam specifications, and should not be a mere re-run of the PMBOK Guide. Also, there is no mention of the exam objectives in any chapter. It reads like more or less a re-run of the PMBOK Guide without any consideration of the exam spec. Other drawbacks of the book are the following:
1. Questions are not close to the real exam questions.
2. The emphasis is on the "fun" not on explaining the topic...so the coverage of many topics is very shallow.
3. At best, the book is a collection of lecture notes without any lecturer explaining them.
4. Oversimplification of serious knowledge often leads to inaccuracies. This book even goes beyond over-simplification in search of humor. It's hard to draw the line between humor and inaccuracies.
If you think project management (or PMP) is a joke, this book is for you. If you believe project management is a serious business, stay away from this book...it has the potential to contaminate your project management knowledge.
So, don't use it as a primary source for your preparation. It's ok as a secondary source, perhaps...
Awesome book with great content!.......2007-09-12
Hi, I passed the PMP exam on Sep 6'07 and used HF PMP as part of my preparations. I must confess anything that PMBOK covers is being covered by this book. But what is more interesting is the ease with which all concepts are explained and can be understood. This book goes in depth to make you understand the finer points in PMBOK and that is one big reason to buy it. Not forgetting the presentation of this book which makes it so much enjoyable to read and pass the exam.
There are questions at the end of each chapter which are in line with the real exam and tests your understanding of concepts.
All in all a great book for preparation and a must have for anyone appearing for the exam. Cheers!
Neeraj , PMP
A must for PMP Certification preparation and beyond.......2007-08-30
"Head First PMP" is an absolute must for anyone who would like to prepare for PMP certification. It is well written, covering all the topics required for PMP. There are a lot of books available for preparation of the certification, but Head First PMP stands out from all of them. It is easy to read, understand, and believe me, it would help you make a great deal of progress in your understanding and study of the material. Even after certification, Head First PMP will serve you as a quick and easy reference for your project management questions. I would definitely recommend this to all.
Head First PMP Defines a New Oxymoron: Engaging Textbook.......2007-08-22
In preparation for the test, I recently spent some extended time in the bookstore comparing options to help my studies. The local bookseller I visited unfortunately didn't have the Head First book that I had heard so much about, so I ended up with a another title that was also highly recommended on Amazon. After bringing the other book home, I read two chapters and realized I was thinking about everything other than what I was reading. I decided I needed a different route if I planned to stay awake during my preparations for the exam and decided to try to source a copy of the Head First guide instead.
I found a copy of the Head First PMP title at another bookshop and settled in for what I thought was going to be another futile attempt at cramming this information into the old gray matter. However, much to my surprise, I found myself *engaged* in the content, and moreover, I was truly *learning* it! The book's approach ensures understanding of the content through thought and exercises - not reading lots of text and hoping some of it sticks long enough to pass the test.
If you haven't seen what makes the book different, definitely take a moment to visit the book's website (http://www.headfirstlabs.com/pmp) to see if this writing style is a fit for you. As another reviewer mentioned, this book definitely has a quirky feel to it (e.g. a fireside chat between the scope management plan and the project scope statement as one example) that may not be right for everyone, but for the rest of us, Fireside chats, crossword puzzles and Cows Gone Wild is half of what makes the book so engaging.
Don't let the fun use of graphics and informal style of the book fool you into doubting its usefulness or accuracy. While I can't guarantee that you'll pass the exam by reading this book, I will say that when you use the book as outlined in the book's introduction, the Head First PMP should absolutely increase your knowledge of the things PMI deems important for the exam without torturing yourself in the process.
Finally, for those that may be wondering why you should take my word on the use of this book, I passed the exam by a good margin yesterday. I found that on at least 25-30 questions, I would not have gotten the question correct had it not been for something I read in the Head First PMP book over the two days prior to the test.
Highly recommended!
Book Description
With the worldwide surge in the demand for project management skills, the PMP and CAPM are among the hottest certifications today. To pass the PMP or CAPM exam, you need a no-gimmicks, no-nonsense book on the exam objectives. PMP In Depth is that book! Best-selling author Paul Sanghera offers concise yet comprehensive coverage of each topic included in the PMP and CAPM exams. With a laser sharp focus on the exam objectives, this study guide goes beyond being a simple exam cram. It includes hundreds of questions and detailed answers modeled after the actual exam and contains a complete practice exam with fully explained answers. It is 100% compatible with the latest (3rd) edition of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) by PMI. Appropriate for beginners, PMP In Depth assumes no prior knowledge of project management and presents material in a logical learning sequence: each section builds upon previous sections and each chapter upon previous chapters. All concepts-- simple and complex--are well-defined and clearly explained the first time they appear. There is no hopping from topic to topic and no technical jargon without explanation. PMP In Depth is written to the most current versions of the PMP and CAPM exams and also serves as a great reference tool for project managers after the exam. Maximize your learning and minimize your study time!
Customer Reviews:
Passed on the First Try.......2007-10-09
I passed the PMP exam by using this book along with the PMBOK Guide. The best I liked about this book is that it is organized according to the PMP Exam Specifications, that is, according to the process groups. Also the exam objectives covered in a chapter are clearly listed and explained in the beginning of the chapter. The topics in the exam objectives are covered with enough depth. Other things I liked about the book are:
* Comprehensive coverage with explanations of difficult topics such as cost management, time management, and quality tools.
* Material well explained and easy to understand.
* Author explains all the concepts from scratch and links the concepts and topics with each other to build the big picture. This helped me to really understand project management while preparing for the PMP exam.
I found the questions at the end of each chapter relatively simple, but questions in the practice exam are reasonably close to the real exam...The questions in the PMP Exam Quicklet (by the same author) are VERY realistic and close to the actual exam.
The Must-Have PMP Exam Book.......2007-10-04
I bought this book because a friend of mine with more than 15 years project management experience recommended this book to me. I'm glad I bought it. I would say this is basically the only book you need in addition to the PMBOK Guide to pass the PMP exam (I also used Dr. Sanghera's PMP Exam Quicklet which has very realistic practice exam questions). I am relatively new (beginner) to the project management knowledge. This book is especially excellent for beginners because it's self contained and explains each concept from scratch. (That's why I was also able to use this book successfully for my CAPM exam). I love the author's style. The whole book is like a story of project management, all the concepts, sections, and chapters are logically linked to each other: There is a perfect flow. Everything is explained such as why an input is an input and an output is an output...Things explained this way makes much more sense and the knowledge obtained this way stays with you even after the exam...
Another biggy is that the book is organized according to the PMP exam specifications, that is, according to the process groups, and exam objectives...the exam objectives covered in a chapter are explained in the beginning of the chapter...this is refreshing and re-assuring because most of the PMP Exam books including Rita's book don't do that...Talking about Rita's book, it's way over-hyped...full of advertisement pages and empty spaces, lots of references to the PMBOK Guide (that is, not self contained), and lots of artificially wordy (or complicated) questions...That said, Rita's book is not a bad book either.
Great PMP preparation tool.......2007-10-03
I started my preparation to PMP exam from reading PMBook which I found very dry a the first attempt.
Then I decided to buy a book that explains the concepts from PMBook. Well, I bought two books: Rita's book and Paul's. I started from reading Paul's because:
- it seems much `user friendly' and easy to read
- it is a self-contained book
- topics are organized in the order of Process Groups - which is very logical as projects run in that way
- at the beginning of each chapter you'll find exam objectives, at the end there are summary, glossary, things to memorize, comprehend and look out at the exam,.
And one more very important thing for me:
- there are no advertisements of the other products in this book (it is very annoying when you read Rita's book and you are frequently `advised' to her web page for some course or to buy the other tools in her offer - like FastTrack etc.). It makes reading this book much easier.
I found only three drawbacks to me:
- there are no `in depth' descriptions of communication processes
- an exam at the end of the book seems to be much easier than the real one is
- there are some errors in questions and answers in the exam
Overall, I think it's a great book but definitely it is not the only preparation tool for the exam as there are some topics not covered by this book.
True to the Exam Spec and Self Contained.......2007-08-14
Unlike many other study guides, this book is true to the PMP Exam Spec by PMI. It lists the exam objectives, explains them, and then covers them in a comprehensive fashion. Most other Study Guidesa are just a re-run of PMBOK Guide. This one is 100% compatible with the PMBOK Guide, but is organized according to the exam spec and explains all concepts from scratch. Self contained. I love it and highly recommend it.
Easy, Comprehensive, and Self Contained.......2007-08-09
I passed the PMP exam mainly by using this book and PMP Exam Quicklet by the same author. This book is very easy to understand and is written around the exam objectives unlike any other PMP exam study guide. The book is self contained (each concept is explained well), unlike Rita's book which repeatedly refers you to the PMPBOK Guide. The PMP Exam Quicklet contains Practice Exams with realistic questions. These are the only two books you need (in addition to the PMBOK Guide)to pass the exam.
Average customer rating:
- Excelent
- Where Are the Files?
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- Very Good Exam Prep and Fundamental PM knowledge
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A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, Third Edition (PMBOK Guides)
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IT Project + CoursePrep ExamGuide (Courseprep Examguide)
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Organizations Through the Eyes of a Project Manager
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Project+ Study Guide with cd rom
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IT Project+ Study Guide
ASIN: 0072232021 |
Book Description
Renowned IT project management expert, Joseph Phillips, again delivers an authoritative, easy-to-understand guide that delves into all CompTIA IT Project+ certification objectives. The “Inside the Exam” sections focus on the necessary topics to pass the new CompTIA exam. Each chapter features an end-of-chapter review, and the CD-ROM includes an IT Project+ practice test, plus templates and worksheets to use when managing a project. The included real-world examples that provide on-the-job insight from practicing project management professionals, and tie discussed theory to practice, make this comprehensive reference a must-have for IT staff.
Customer Reviews:
Excelent.......2007-07-03
This book is the ideal one to people that have to understand the principles of project management, but with focus in IT. Even though it can not give you a complete overview of project management principles (for this, you have to use PMBOK, from PMI), here you can find all the information necessary to manage IT projects.
Where Are the Files?.......2007-03-27
I am currently on Chapter 8 of this twelve chapter book. So far, it's a clearly written review of IT Project Management with usefull apendices for connecting the subject matter to Comp TIA Project+ certification. The bad news is the publishers and author did not review the enclosed CD to assure that all of the files the author refers to are on the CD. So far, I have found four missing files, two of them are needed for completing review exercises at the end of chapters. I searched both McGraw Hill/Osborne and Joseph Philip's websites for the missing files, but could not find them.
The text itself is a good selection for anyone studying for the Project+ certificate, but I cannot give an above average rating to a project management product that does not deliver all promised deliverables.
IT Project Management.......2006-03-10
Ce livre est idéal pour l'apprentissage de la gestion de projet. Il aborde d'une façon proche de la pratique et néanmoins avec une bonne base théorique l'art de jongler entre temps, finances resources humaines.
Ai particulièrement apprécié le chapitre "completing the project" très souvent négligé ou bâclé dans le monde réel.
Personnellement (et à ma propre surprise!), les 2 premiers chapitres (Starting & Researching the Project) m'ont étés les plus informatifs.
gives numerous specific tasks for you to manage.......2006-03-04
This text is for the technical manager. It breaks down your project management duties into narrower, more specific tasks. Like putting together a project team. Which involves determining what tasks need to be tackled, and finding those people qualified to do so.
Project planning is shown using various graphical approaches like network diagrams. These and other types of graphs are vital in letting you plan a schedule and then measure adherence to it.
Quality is also prominently discussed. There are suggestions on how to measure these in the deliverables. Unlike manufacturing, this can be difficult. The book only touches upon the complexities here. You should look elsewhere for a more thorough analysis of quality measurement.
Very Good Exam Prep and Fundamental PM knowledge.......2005-10-12
I used this text and the SelfTest Test Engine (PKO-002) - I took the Project+ exam today (10/11/2005) and passed - No Problem! I'm definetly adding this book to my reference shelf. Thanks for an excellent treatment of the subject matter and subject exam Mr. Phillips.
Product Description
The Software Requirements Memory JoggerTM is an easy-to-use guide for developing and managing precise software requirements.
It provides every member of your project team with the tools and techniques to foster communication between business and technical teams on the necessary requirements for producing successful software. The Software Requirements Memory JoggerTM will benefit all stakeholders at any organizational level involved in software development projects management team, practitioners, QA/QC personnel.
- Explore practical steps, tips, and examples to help you develop and manage requirements
- Follow the User Requirements Roadmap a toolkit of techniques for discovering and analyzing user requirements
- Streamline communications between all requirements stakeholders
- Learn how to write clear, concise requirements documents
Customer Reviews:
Way to big.......2007-08-08
This is a text book not a memory jogger. I was serious expecting a 2-10 page foldout or some sort of flowchart.
Good material but a lot more than a memory jogger.
Short, sweet and to the point ..........2007-07-09
This is a great little compendium with lots of practical advice for requirements gathering. I love it.
Handy Reference.......2007-05-07
I went to a conference in Florida and attended a workshop held by Ellen Gottesdiener. She's amazing in person and for a Requirements Management nerd like me, inspiring. She reminds you to use common sense and helps "string" it all together - models, specifications, stakeholder charts, etc. When I found out that this book was available, we ordered it for all our Business Analysts as a quick guide/reference. I use mine to help mentor other Analysts on a daily basis. I recommend this memory jogger if you are accountable for producing requirements and need a refresher or this is your first time. Very helpful and easy to read for all level of Analysts.
Clear, comprehensive, concise, with examples for everything.......2007-04-02
I just got my copy (so it is still available). There is little I can add to the other reviews, other than support them wholeheartedly.
Writing style is very clear. Coverage is comprehensive. Standardized headers, icons, tables, and lists communicate ideas concisely.
Examples, examples, examples ...
One thing that makes this booklet more valuable than many other requirements texts is the wealth of examples. Everything is illustrated through its own realistic well-chosen example. The examples show you exactly what a particular output (model, diagram, text fragment, table, ...) should look like. Not just abstract, generic advice, but instantiated, concrete stuff to prove that you can actually follow the advice.
A good little reference book.......2007-01-05
I switched over from systems development to BSA (business systems analysis) work, and found this book to be a good primer and reference. I'm not sure if it is in print any longer.
Product Description
If you are looking for a way to prepare for the latest PMP exam that fits into your busy schedule, these flashcards are it. Now you can study at the office, on a plane or even in your car with RMCs portable and extremely valuable Hot Topics PMP® Exam Flashcardsin hard copy or audio CD format.
Over 300 of the most important and difficult to recall PMP® exam-related terms and concepts are now available for study as you drive, fly or take your lunch break. Order them both!
This product is aligned with the PMBOK® Guide Third Edition (2005).
Customer Reviews:
Good but..........2007-07-20
This is a good book but not great. I prefer PMP Flashcard Quicklet by Paul Sanghera, which is very self contained and comprehensive. This book by Rita has quite a few errors and too many references to Rita's other books (not self contained)...as a second flashcard book, it's fine.
Worth the purchase, but a bit strange in execution.......2007-07-03
This review is for the audio cd flashcards. I am a recent PMP, and this was one of the tools that I used to pass the certification exam. For the price, this is a worthwhile purchase for those that will be studying for the exam and will spend a lot of time in the car.
At the beginning of the first disk, the explanation states that the cds should not be transferred to any device, which sounds like it includes transferring to MP3 players. There is no encoding restriction to prevent you from treating this like a normal cd and saving it to your hard drive or MP3 player, but in this day and age, it's a strange thing to hear. It's unclear if that's actually the intent, but it certainly comes across that way.
Rita tries to break up the monotony by telling anecdotes and tips at the beginning of each section, but this gets tedious quickly. Some of her jokes fall flat, and it becomes excruciating upon repeated plays. In addition, some of this is straight from her PMP Exam Prep book.
The bulk of the cds is recorded by a voice actor has chapters divided up by the knowledge area. The voice actor asks a question, and then there is a brief pause so the listener can attempt to come up with the proper answer. The pause is followed by the answer...most of the time. Some questions are asked, but in some cases the voice actor states that the answer is too long to be repeated, which just comes across as disruptive to the flow of learning.
In this day and age, it's bizarre to hear that the audio recordings can't ethically be allowed on a portable media device. The CDs could benefit from having some of the conversational fat cut out of them, and it would be good to hear answers to all of the questions posed. That having been said, this is a worthwhile purchase if you will be studying for certification and will be in a place to hear the cds. It's a fairly inexpensive study aid, and it certainly helped me earn my certification.
Useless....Just take good notes.......2007-06-26
This product is not worthy of your money....
These are just global review of general topics. If you read the book, you won't need these. If you need these, you won't pass the test. Don't fall into Rita's clever web of buying her stuff...which is repackaged material. It's all in the book....
Useless.......2007-06-12
There was not enough product information on Amazon site, or else
I would not have bought this item. This is not what I expected.
When you say "Flash Cards", my understanding was that it would be
index cards that I could thumb-tack on the walls in my office/room.
Hot Topics Flashcards for Passing the PMP and CAPM Exam.......2007-06-08
It is a great help....a must buy.
Book Description
Learn More. Study Less.
The 4th Edition of the PMP Exam Prep is a Course in a Book and is used in 43 countries to help project managers pass PMI's PMP Exam. It contains not only sample exams but detailed review materials, games and exercises based on accelerated learning theory and insider tips. PMP Exam Prep was developed to help you learn more and study less - up to 70% less than using conventional study guides. It contains information about core concepts of project management, information on the PMP exam that is not in the PMBOK and helps you understand how the PMP exam is constructed.
The 4th edition has over 100 pages more than the 3rd edition, 300 changes and much more information about the new area of professional responsibility. It focuses on the areas of the PMP exam where students score the lowest and contains tips about how to study and what to study.
Customer Reviews:
Fantastic PMP material........2007-10-18
The book is a fabulous resource, a must have for PMP aspirants. I used the PMBOK initially, but it was such a YAAAAAWN. After reading it, I didn't even realize what I had read. But Rita's material so very well structured that I didn't have to read anything else, but her book. Don't hesitate to buy it.
EXCELENT!.......2007-10-17
A MUST when preparing for the PMP test. Makes it very easy to understand and remember the concepts. It also makes you feel you are learning and not just memorizing. Very useful!
Great book to pass the PMP on the FIRST TRY.......2007-10-11
I bought this book off of Amazon, read it twice, and was able to pass my PMP exam on the first try. One of the things that also helped me was that I outlined each chapter and studied those as well.
I do recommend using the PMBOK guide as a reference mainly for the Scope, Procurement and Risk chapters. Make sure that you know the difference between all the charts/diagrams and analysis techniques as well.
If you need the PMBOK, you can get a PDF copy off of ebay for $6.00 US. Furthermore, there are paper tests, study materials, and helpful hints on ebay for under $15.00 US.
Good luck!!!!!
Strangely useful book, if you can sort through the clutter.......2007-10-10
I passed my PMP Exam, but I would not be thanking this book for it. Unlike other books, this book presents a lot of good material, but the material is strewn across several useless exercises and discussions. The workbook style is going to serve you no good purpose, as it is not meant to test your understanding and retention, rather it is geared towards pointing out how much of your real life understanding of the topic is different from the one the author is presenting. This gets exasperating, repetitive, and inane in a few pages. The text is not coherent, not easy to follow, has a lot of repetitive elements, and is poorly organized for an exam study guide.
Look past the crowd of words, and you will pick up some gems of information for the exam. I would suggest Head First PMP for those looking to "understand and retain" some of the key concepts for the exam, but I will recommend using combination of these books and PMBOK Guide for a good coverage.
The questions presented in this book are similar to those asked in the exam, and I'd rate the book high for just that reason.
Essential Study Guide to pass the exam.......2007-10-08
Of course PMBOK is necessary to get the knowledge of PM best practice, but if you want to pass the PMP exam, Rita's book is a must, cuz PMBOK never tell you what you should be expecting in terms of exam questions.
After going through PMBOK and PMI's own training course, I read through Rita's PMP Exam Prep 3 times, practicing using the software included and the test questions at the end of each chapter, and passed the exam in first try.
This book's really cool. Not only for exam prep, it also highlighted areas of importance of each section so the information will be useful in real-life scenario as well. I highly recommended this book for everyone, esp those trying to pass the exam through self-study.
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