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Comprehensive Project Management: Integrating Optimization Models, Management Principles, and Computers
Adedeji B. Badiru, University of Oklahoma, Norman,OK
P. Simin Pulat, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

ISBN-10: 0130309257
ISBN-13: 9780130309259

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 1995
Format: Paper; 576 pp
Published: 10/26/1994

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A comprehensive work in project management which discusses all the steps from planning through implementation. It also provides a review of other methodologies such as regression analysis, decision making methodologies that a project manager can utilize.

presents the Triple C Model — communication, cooperation, and coordination in the project environment.
offers a step-by-step project management model.
introduces alternative structures for organizing projects with unique characteristics.
considers the use of precedence diagramming and crashing to reduce project duration.
applies the concept of statistical project control.
introduces a rescheduling algorithm.
introduces new mathematical formulations to represent a project .
outlines a cost integration guideline — to facilitate the incorporation of cost aspects into the traditional project functions.
feature a comprehensive case study.

I. MANAGEMENT PRACTICES.

1. Principles of Project Management.
2. Project Planning.
3. Project Organization.
4. Project Scheduling.
5. Resource Allocation.
6. Project Control.

II. OPTIMIZATION MODELS.

7. Project Modeling and Optimization.
8. Financial and Economic Analyses.
9. Decision Analysis for Project Selection.

III. COMPUTER APPLICATIONS.

10. Computers and Project Management.
11. Relevant Analytical Techniques.
12. Case Study: Reconstruction Project Management at Tinker Air Force Base.
Appendix A: Standard Normal Table.
Appendix B: Lindo Model and Output.
Appendix C: Practitioners' Toolbox: Conversion Factors.
Appendix D: Researcher's Toolbox: Useful Mathematical Expressions.
Appendix E: Project Management Software.
Bibliography.
Index.

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