The practice of project management continues to grow at an exponential rate. As more and more organizations realize its importance, the need for training in this area increases. Covering all major phases, this textbook presents the tools and techniques used in each stage of project management from a pedagogical perspective. Using end-of-chapter exercises, software tools, case studies, and graphical representations to supplement concepts, the author presents complete coverage of a wide range of topics, including planning, organization, scheduling, resource allocation, control, systems engineering, economics, decision analysis, and Lean and Six Sigma techniques.