Includes bibliographical references and index

Part 1: A guide to the project management body of knowledge (PMBOK© Guide) -- Introduction -- The environment in which projects operate -- The role of the project manager -- Project integration management -- Project scope management -- Project schedule management -- Project cost management -- Project resource management -- Project communications management -- Project risk management -- Project procurement management -- Project stakeholder management -- References -- Part 2: The standard for project management -- Introduction -- Initiating process group -- Planning process group -- Executing process group -- Monitoring and controlling process group -- Closing process group -- Part 3: Appendices, glossary, and index

PMI's flagship publication has been updated to reflect the latest good practices in project management. New to the Sixth Edition, each knowledge area will contain a section entitled Approaches for Agile, Iterative and Adaptive Environments, describing how these practices integrate in project settings. It will also contain more emphasis on strategic and business knowledge -- including discussion of project management business documents -- and information on the PMI Talent Triangle" and the essential skills for success in todayss market