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The Project Management Institute (PMI) published the first Project Management Body of Knowledge Guide in 1987 as an attempt to document and standardize generally accepted project management information and practices.

Now in its Fourth Edition the PMBOK Guide continues the tradition of excellence in project management with a standard that is even easier to understand and implement. This fourth edition has been fully revised, and offers improved consistency and greater clarification over Third Edition.

What’s new in the PMBOK Guide 4th Edition

Standard language has been incorporated throughout the document to aid reader understanding; New data flow diagrams clarify inputs and outputs for each process; Greater attention has been placed on how Knowledge Areas integrate in the context of Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring & Controlling, and Closing process groups; Two new processes are featured: Identify Stakeholders and Collect Requirements.

The fourth edition has been updated to incorporate the most current knowledge and practices in project management.
Data flow diagrams for each process have been enhanced to show related processes for the inputs and outputs. The processes have been refined and reconfigured.

This new edition also includes an appendix that addresses key interpersonal skills that a project manager utilises when managing a project.

A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) – 4th Edition is available for immediate dispatch. Order your copy now!