Clifford F. Gray,
Oregon State University Erik W. Larson,
Oregon State University
ISBN: 0073525154 Copyright year: 2008
Feature Summary
A balanced approach. The text is holistic--it directs attention to the needed linkage between projects and organizational strategy. Many project management textbooks emphasize the technical aspects of the subject, while providing scant attention to the human element in projects. This text succeeds in readdressing the balance by treating both the technical and the behavioral aspects of the subject in nearly equal parts.
Broad coverage of industries. Unlike other textbooks on this subject, which focus primarily on one or two types of industries such as aerospace or construction, this book broadens the scope to include examples and applications from a wide array of manufacturing and service organizations.
Up-to-date content that reflects best practices and processes found in practice.
Unique sequence. Gray/Larson closely follows the sequence of planning and execution found in practice, while other texts may jump from one topic to another with little or no justification for moving to the next topic.
Microsoft Project TM. Each copy of the book is packaged with a 60-day trial version of the latest version of Microsoft Project. This software is a nice complement to the book’s applied approach.
All exercises are derived from known, real projects and have been class tested.
Devoted authors. Gray and Larson focus all of their energies to the field of teaching project management in a highly applicable, relevant manger. Their goal is to teach students project management skills that may be applied directly after college and beyond.
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