How many of these have you read?

Every author is thrilled when their book hits a “best of” list. So when my book Strategic Project Management Made Simple (Wiley, 2nd edition) made the list of the top 14 curated by, Dheeraj Vaidya, CFA, FRM at Wall Street Mojo,?I did a happy dance.

What makes my book unique is that it offers a simple methodology that cuts project design time in half while doubling the chances for success. This logical framework incorporates principles from the scientific method, project management, management by objectives, agile, and team-building.?

Here is a synopsis of some other great project management books.??How many of these have you read???What are some of your favorites??What would you add to this list???

#1 – A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge - by Project Management Institute

This book is the Project Management Institute’s (PMI) flagship publication that gets updated periodically to reflect the latest best practices in the field of project management.

#2 – The Art of Project management - by Scott Berkun

The book covers everything from practical methods that you can use to ensure that work gets done the right way, to the mindset that you should have to become an inspirational project leader.

#3 – Strategic Project Management Made Simple: Practical Tools for Leaders and Teams - by Terry Schmidt

This book is a step-by-step guide with a strategic approach to translating groundbreaking ideas into logical and actionable plans, which could reduce the probability of project failure.

#4 – Project Management: Absolute Beginner’s Guide - by Greg Horine

The book explains ways to master overall project management, right from budgeting and scheduling through team management and execution, to project closure.

#5 – Brilliant Project Management: What the Best Project Managers Know, Do and Say - by Stephen Barker

This book is a practical guide comprising many suggestions and techniques that are taken from the real-world experience of people so that you get to know the exact thing that you should do to achieve success in project management.

#6 – Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager - by Kory Kogon, Suzette Blakemore & James Wood

This book offers real-world and practical insights for effective management of projects through the essentials of people and project management process, which includes: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring/Control, and Closure.

#7 – The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management - by Eric Verzuh

This is a complete guide to project management with plenty of practical real-world management methods, tools, and techniques.

?#8 – Cracking the PM Interview - by Gayle Laakmann McDowell & Jackie Bavaro

This is the book for securing a role in product management (PM) within a start-up or an established technology firm.

#9 – Project Management: Achieving Competitive Advantage - By Jeffrey K. Pinto

This book takes a decisive, business-oriented, and contemporary approach to learning and teaching project management.

#10 – Construction Project Management - by Frederick Gould & Nancy Joyce

This book will address all possible angles of successful construction project management in the present complex environment.

#11 – Identifying and Managing Project Risk - by Tom Kendrick PMP

All projects carry an inherent element of risk. While balancing out time constraints, technical shortcomings, and resource issues, the identification of potential risks becomes a critical component in the job of a project manager.

#12 – HBR Guide to Project Management - by Harvard Business Review

This edition, which has been created by the Harvard School of Management, focuses on how to meet the goals with respect to Time and Budget.

#13 – Effective Project Management: Traditional, Agile, Extreme - by Robert K. Wysock

This comprehensive book on project management has been considered a standard for both professionals and academics.

#14 – Product Leadership - by Richard Banfield, Martin Eriksson & Nate Walkingshaw

Modern, fast-paced technology requires smart product management, which is critical for maintaining a?competitive advantage.

For a complete description of each book, go to https://www.wallstreetmojo.com/project-management-books/

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Terry Schmidt is a pioneer in strategic planning and the Logical Framework Approach. He is the author of?Strategic Project Management Made Simple, which features a breakthrough method to design any project. He helps leaders and teams in technology organizations to sharpen their strategies and deliver outstanding results. www.managementpro.com