Project Manager's Roadmap

Project Planning & Management Techniques from Mind Tools

2006-09-09T07:32:00.000-07:00

Project Planning & Management Techniques from Mind Tools: "This section explains some of the specific skills you will need to run these projects successfully, helping you to complete them successfully and with minimum wastage of resource."

PMI’s new credential for individuals managing programs

2006-09-03T21:39:00.000-07:00

The next step in the PMI tradition…With project management’s growing implementation around the world and across industries, PMI continues its leadership in certifications by creating a new credential for the community of program managers. The new credential enhances a growing suite of globally applicable certification offerings and complements the Project Management Professional (PMP®) credential as well as the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) credential.

Important Communication Skills and Techniques

2004-12-07T19:13:00.000-08:00

We have all heard that Project Managers should be spending most of their time communicating. I know I spend most of my time doing it and I do think that more communication is always better. This is a very good article on communication basics and gathering of information and requirements.

Mind those IMs--your cubicle's walls have eyes | Tech News on ZDNet

2004-12-07T19:08:00.000-08:00

Big Brother is watching your Internet usage - maybe with good reason. But there are also associated controversies and, of course, money to be made.

Tech jobs to be replaced by new tech? | Tech News on ZDNet

2004-12-07T19:04:00.000-08:00

Read this article on the future of IT jobs. GOOD NEWS...Project Management positions will be on the up-swing!

Rita Mulcahy PMP Exam Prep Materials

2004-11-29T18:54:00.000-08:00

A few posts ago I mentioned the Rita Mulcahy materials that were very helpful for me when I took and passed the PMP exam.

What was so great about the book was that she goes over examples in detail. The exam questions will seem very familiar once you go through her examples and solutions. In fact you won't be surprised at all on the exam if you have gone through her material carefully and thoroughly.

I also listened to her audio CD while driving to and from work every day. In the CD she goes over the common and key terms and concepts.

Someone borrowed my book at work, he left the company and I never saw the book again but I am going to buy a new copy since I think it will also help me at work. Every day I come across issues or opportunities (translation - problems) that I know are covered in the book. For example, various ways of setting up a contract. I am not kidding, the book is that great.

When the Project Plan Becomes the Problem - Computerworld

2004-11-29T18:48:00.000-08:00

You really need to read this article about project plans. I recently was thinking the same exact things that this article talks about on one of my more complex projects.

When the Project Plan Becomes the Problem - Computerworld

PeopleSoft Project Commentary - One Born Every Minute - Computerworld

2004-11-29T18:26:00.000-08:00

You have probably heard by now about the PeopleSoft project fiasco at Indiana University.

Click here to read a commentary by Gopal Kapur on the things that probably lead to the project's demise.

Software Project Management Links Page

2004-11-21T15:24:00.000-08:00

Check out this great site with lots of links to software project management related sites.

Software Project Management

Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM)

2004-11-21T15:21:00.000-08:00

The Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) is the peak body for project management in Australia. Formed in 1976, as the Project Managers' Forum, the AIPM has been instrumental in progressing the profession of project management over the past 25 years ....

... and the profession is growing rapidly – a quick review of the employment pages reveals just how diversified our profession has become. For example, job advertisements featuring project management as an accounting skill almost doubled between 1999 and 2000 and a Project Manager in the IT sector is one of the highest paying technical positions in the industry. The number of positions which specify project management skills as a pre-requisite or “desirable” have doubled in the past 18 months.

The AIPM’s role is to improve the knowledge, skills and competence of project team members, project managers and project directors, all of whom play a key role in the achievement of business objectives, not just project objectives. The AIPM also aims to ensure that those involved at other levels in an organisation and the community generally, understand the key role of project management in today's society.

AIPM

How to manage a large-scale IT project - Computerworld

2004-11-13T20:27:00.000-08:00

Don't we all have a memory of that first large failure? If you don't you are either superhuman or don't have much experience. This is a good article that talks about the pitfalls and questions you should ask when involved in a large project.

How to manage a large-scale IT project - Computerworld

RMC Project Management - Innovative PM and PMP Courses and Products. Pass the PMP Certification Exam Guaranteed!

2004-11-13T20:11:00.000-08:00

Rita Mulcahy's PMP exam prep material is for real. It certainly was the main reason why I was able to easily pass the PMP exam. Her explanations in her book are very thorough and they cut through all of the confusion to get to the real heart of the concepts. They show you exactly how to work the problems that you will find on the exam. After going through her materials there were no surprises for me on the exam. If you preparing for or thinking about taking the PMP exam, then check out her web site and products, they will definitely help.

RMC Project Management - Innovative PM and PMP Courses and Products. Pass the PMP Certification Exam Guaranteed!

Project Management Institute (PMI) Home Page

2004-11-13T19:55:00.000-08:00

You can't do without a regular visit to the Project Management Institute's home page. Keep up to date with the latest news, certification information, seminars, events and more.

Project Management Institute (PMI) Home Page

Project Manager's Desktop

2004-11-13T19:53:00.000-08:00

Check out this cool Project Manager's desktop reference. It has quick reference information from the PMBOK as well as links to the PMI site, Project Management courses, articles, skills assessment and more.

Project Manager's Desktop

Building a Project Management Culture - Computerworld

2004-11-13T19:44:00.000-08:00

This is a pretty comprehensive article on the various aspects and approaches for creating a successfull Project Management culture. It presents and explains 6 universal principles that are seemingly simple but can be elusive. If they are followed they will increase your chances of project success.

Building a Project Management Culture - Computerworld

Successfully managing geographically distributed development, from IBM - White Papers, Webcasts and Case Studies - ZDNet

2004-11-13T19:41:00.000-08:00

Check out this article from IBM on managing geographically distributed development. They discuss some of the common challenges as well as how companies have used IBM products to address these challenges.

Successfully managing geographically distributed development, from IBM - White Papers, Webcasts and Case Studies - ZDNet

Hello and Welcome!

2004-11-09T20:02:00.000-08:00

Hello and welcome to the Project Manager's Roadmap blog.

We are going to provide you with information that will help you with your career in Project Management, with tips and insider information, success and war stories, articles, PMI news and events, recommended books, magazines, training courses, products and more.

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