Title: Project Management: Achieving Competitive Advantage
Author: Jeffrey K. Pinto
Publisher: Pearson
Summary:
“Project Management: Achieving Competitive Advantage” provides a comprehensive overview of project management principles and practices, emphasizing their importance in achieving organizational success and competitive advantage. Written by Jeffrey K. Pinto, this fourth edition explores key topics such as project selection, planning, execution, monitoring, and control, as well as project leadership, team dynamics, and stakeholder management. The book incorporates real-world examples and case studies to illustrate project management concepts in action, offering practical insights and strategies for effectively managing projects in various industries and environments. With a focus on enhancing project outcomes and driving business value, this edition also addresses emerging trends and challenges in the field of project management.
Author’s Bio:
Jeffrey K. Pinto is a renowned scholar and educator in the field of project management. He holds the Andrew Morrow and Elizabeth Lee Black Chair in Management of Technology and is a Professor of Management at the Smeal College of Business at The Pennsylvania State University. Pinto has extensive experience in teaching, consulting, and research related to project management, and he has authored numerous books and articles on the subject. His expertise lies in strategic project management, organizational behavior, and innovation management.