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PMBOK (Project Management Body of Knowledge) is considered to be “the knowledge base that every project manager should possess”. It originated in the US and is a comprehensive encyclopaedia of information on all things to do with project management.

Contrary to popular belief, PMBOK should be used in conjunction with PRINCE2®. These are not two separate approaches to project management, but instead are designed to complement each other on how to manage your projects.

Get up to date with PMBOK with the latest guide: A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) – 4th Edition. This is a reference guide and a subset of the PMBOK, which is generally accepted as best practice and is applicable to most projects.

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	A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) – 4th Edition Published by PMI Price: £49.95

PMBOK Guide: Benefits

• Published by the Project Management Institute (PMI)
• Fully updated and revised, offering a standard language throughout, making the standard even easier to understand and implement.
• Contains new data flow diagrams that clarify inputs and outputs for each process. Aiding your understanding of the processes.
• Updated to reflect the most current knowledge and practices in project management. Making this document the most up-to-date standard for project management.

Order this essential project management title today!

You can also buy this guide as part of a bundle with the PMBOK Introductory Kit. This bundle contains three books that form a comprehensive introduction to PMBOK.

Managing successful projects is a key competence of businesses managers. Whilst the delivery of a successful project can deliver commercial advantage, failed projects can prove costly, damage operations and put your business at risk.

PMBOK is the most widely used project management methodology in the United States. PMBOK provides a set of standard terminology, practices and guidelines for the delivery of successful projects. PMBOK is processed based, where projects are accomplished by processes, and it also has synergies with ISO 9000, the quality management standard.

As we venture into the last quarter of the year, ensure your projects are delivered on time, on budget and achieve their goals with PMBOK. We recommend these titles:

	PMBOK Introductory Kit

	PMBOK Guide – 4th edition

	A Project Manager’s Book of Forms: A Companion to the PMBOK Guide

Q&A For The PMBOK – 4th Edition

IT Governance also provides information and books on other Project Management methodologies

OGC’s Management of Value (Mov) launch took take place on Thursday 4 November at The BIS Business Centre, London. The launch event, included an introduction from Ian Watmore, Efficiency and Reform Group plus an overview from Lead Author and Chief Examiner Michael Dallas. View the footage from the event here!

MoV is a new (November 2010) methodology from the OGC that can be utilised to get the best financial and non-financial benefits from programmes, projects and portfolios. It is a value management methodology.

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BSI (British Standard Institute) has just released a new version of the first part of its project management standard, BS6079. It might come as a surprise to some that there is even a standard for project management available considering frameworks, such as PMBOK and PRINCE2^™, exist.

On closer investigation it becomes clear there are quite a few standards on project management available, both from BSI and International Standards Organisation (ISO), all of which can be found on our website.

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New – PMBOK Introductory Kit

PMBOK^®, The Project Management Body of Knowledge from PMI, is the internationally recognised project management standard text. It provides the fundamentals of project management that are applicable to a wide range of projects, including construction, software, engineering, automotive, etc.

This kit contains three books that come together to form a comprehensive introduction to PMBOK, one of the global standards for project management. Using these books you will gain the key knowledge that will lead to a successful implementation of the methodology. Not only do the books in this kit function as an ideal introduction to the methodology, they can also be used to aid delegates in preparing for either of the PMP or CAPM exams. Giving you the key knowledge you need to pass either of these exams at the first attempt.

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Project Management Professional (PMP) is a credential offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI). As of 31 March 2010, there were 375,959 active PMP certified individuals worldwide.

You can now purchase the Project Management Professional distance learning course from our website which will enable you to pass your exam first time!

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If you are looking for a quick reference to PMBOK, or for a concise introduction to the subject, this must-have pocket guide is for you!

Use it in tandem with PMBOK Guide, Fourth Edition to get an as complete understanding of the methodology as possible.

The Project Management Institute (PMI) has recently released the latest version of its Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) project management methodology. The latest version was published in the form of the PMBOK Guide, Fourth Edition.

The key changes that have been made to the latest version of PMBOK are as follows:
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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. The current edition of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) – 4th Edition, wa published in January 2009

PMBOK , the Project Management Body of Knowledge , is a key starting point for project management professionals and, through our website, you can access a growing range of PMBOK books and tools; including:

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Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices (P3O), was first published in 2008 and provides a decision enabling/delivery support structure for all change within an organisation.

The new guidance – aligned with PRINCE2, MSP, and M_o_R – brings together in one place a set of principles, processes and techniques to facilitate effective portfolio, programme and project management through enablement, challenge and support structures. These structures also bridge the gap between the strategy/policy makers and the delivery arm of the organisation.
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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. (more…)