Rapid change and the pressures of intense competition have caused more organizational work to become project
work. Managing Projects Large and Small helps new managers master the tasks involved in leading a project. Beginning
with building the team and moving on to the design, execution, and evaluation of the project, managers will learn
about all the issues that are necessary for a successful project.
Table of Contents
1. Project management as a process
2. The cast of characters
3. A written charter
4. A framework for action
5. Work breakdown
6. Scheduling the work
7. Adjustments and trade-offs
8. Managing risk
9. Project adaptation
10. Getting off on the right foot
11. Keeping on track
12. The closedown phase
App. A Useful implementation tools
App. B A guide to effective meetings
