Project Management: A Fundamental Course

The textbook contains a complete and systematic presentation of the fundamental principles, methods, and tools of project management. It addresses issues of program and project portfolio management, as well as the creation of project management systems within a company. The functional areas of project management are presented in detail — managing scope, timelines, quality, cost, risks, communications, human resources, conflicts, and project knowledge. The materials in the book are based on the requirements of international standards in the field of project management. The new edition includes sections dedicated to the competencies of project managers, agile methodologies, engineering and innovations, project management in crisis conditions, justification of the project concept, and business plan.