Research Guides: Project Management: Key Resources

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This guide serves as a starting point to help you find information and resources on the subject of project management. Explore the navigation menu on the left to find books, databases, journals, websites, and more.

Key Resources

BOOK

A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge by Project Management Group
Publisher: Newtown Square, Pennsylvania : Project Management Institute, 2017
A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide ) - PMI's flagship publication has been updated to reflect the latest good practices in project management. New to the sixth edition, each knowledge area will contain a section entitled Approaches for Agile, Iterative and Adaptive Environments, describing how these practices integrate in project settings. It will also contain more emphasis on strategic and business knowledge, including discussion of project management business documentsand information on the PMI Talent Triangle and the essential skills for success in today's market.

DATABASE

Business Source Complete
Provides access to scholarly journals in the disciplines of business, marketing, management, accounting, finance and economics.
Vendor: EBSCOhost
Coverage: Varies
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WEBSITE

Project Management Institute (PMI)
The organization of choice for project management professionalism. PMI establishes Project Management standards, provides seminars, and educational programs.