Books like Fundamentals of project management by Lewis, James P.

A comprehensive reference outlining the core processes and standards that guide project management practices worldwide.

A practical guide that expands on classic project‑management principles, covering virtual teams, evolving management roles, project offices, portfolios, web‑based tools, and international projects.

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A practical guide that advances project management skills, covering risk, resources, estimating, customer needs, systems thinking, performance improvement, cost‑schedule control, innovation, and quality for today’s complex business environment.

Learn the fundamentals of project management to lead teams, plan schedules, and deliver successful projects, with practical tips for motivation and performance.

"An updated and revised edition of the bestselling guide to managing projectsFor any professional responsible for coordinating projects among different departments, across executive levels, or with technical complexity, The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management offers comprehensive instruction on how to deliver on time and on budget. Get the step-by-step advice you need to find the right sponsor, clarify objectives, and set realistic schedules and budget projections. This Fourth Edition of the 200,000-copy bestseller now covers critical new topics including: software and IT projects, agile techniques, and project selection.Perfect for beginners or experienced managers needing to bring their systems up to date, The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management allows readers to extract maximum information in minimum time. The most comprehensive introduction to project management, updated to reflect changes in the business environment over the past few years Full of downloadable forms and spreadsheets to help you implement the techniques in the book Offers updated advice on getting the most from Microsoft Project "--

"Project Leadership focuses on the unique skills necessary for leading people in a project environment. Non-technical and accessible, it provides an easy-to-follow program for transforming yourself from a by-the-book manager into a leader capable of encouraging team members to plan, accomplish, and sustain excellence.". "Project Leadership unveils a chapter-by-chapter program for developing the skills of a leader. You discover techniques for matching individuals' talents to specific tasks ... skills for delegating authority without fear of losing control ... physical approaches for quickly building rapport with other persons ... tips for acquiring credibility in an unfamiliar setting ... and much more."--BOOK JACKET.