In this chapter, you will learn about how projects are defined based on different organizational structures, as well as different project-selection techniques that are used to initiate a project.
This chapter will also cover how different knowledge areas influence unique projects and define the role of the project manager. This information is important to understand so you can begin a project effectively based on the circumstances of the organization and your own leadership abilities.
In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:
- Defining a project
- Understanding organizational structures
- Project-selection techniques
- Project management knowledge areas
- The role of the project manager