Dictionary of Project Management (Paperback)

Projects, undertaken in accordance with achievement of cherished objectives, may differ and vary with respect to their type, size, complexity, duration, resources and other variables. In modern times, projects are considered as those vital operations that provide a thrust to the growth and profitability of a concern. The successful planning, execution and delivery of any project depends on the knowledge and foresight of a professional project manager. Due to project management's strong ties with both the business and technology sectors, there is a wide range of terminology that needs to be defined. Also, there are terms that convey an altogether different meaning when used in the parlance of project management. This dictionary precisely explains the meaning of such terms, technical jargons and acronyms used by the professionals in their routine operations. This dictionary would prove to be a useful guide as well as a valuable addition for both, students and project management professionals, not just for reference, but also for the wealth of knowledge that it contains - all from respected sources. This dictionary would also help to improve the communication skills of project management professionals as communicating with right vocabulary is an essential prerequisite for smooth running of a project whereas miscommunication poses significant risk to the success of a project.