Project integration management includes the processes and activities needed to identify, define, combine, unify, and coordinate the various processes and project management activities within. List of figures figure 11 overview of project management knowledge areas and project management processes 7 figure 12 relationship of project management to other management disciplines 9 figure 21 sample generic life cycle 12 figure 22 representative life cycle for defense acquisition, per us dod 5000. Please let me know in the comments how these knowledge areas have worked for you. Thus, the knowledge areas as shown in figure 2, are formed by grouping the 47 processes of project management into specialized and focused areas. Pdf project management requires various knowledge, skills, techniques, and applications. A key factor that distinguishes project management from just. The pmbok framework consists of five process groups, ten knowledge areas and 47 project management pm processes. Institutes pmi project management body of knowledge pmbok. Dec 08, 2016 these project management knowledge areas bring the project management process to life and ensure that the project meets its success criteria. Jul 31, 2009 the processes in the process groups guide the project manager in application of project management knowledge and skills on a project, in order to meet the project objectives.
The pmbok guide currently recognizes 10 knowledge areas, each of which includes a detailed description of the processes associated with that area. A k munns and b f bjeirmi defining the requirement of work, establishing the extent of work, allocating the resources required, planning the execution of the work, monitoring the progress of the work and adjusting deviations from the plan. The study notes explain topics that are important for pmp exam preparation and you can expect several questions from these topics. In project management generally and the a guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide specifically best practices dictate a very specific series of process groups that should be performed. Introduction to the project management knowledge areas. Establishing the project management environment and workbook. Jul 09, 20 now in its fifth edition, the project management body of knowledge pmbok is a collection of processes and knowledge areas accepted as best practice for the project management profession. T he areas of project management, according to burke 7, is the body of knowledge, which can be subdivided into core elements that determine the deliverable objectives of the project, namely. But project management brings a unique focus shaped by the goals, resources and schedule of each project. These are referred to as initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing. Overview of project management knowledge areas and project management processes 8 figure 12. The project management body of knowledge is a set of standard terminology and guidelines a body of knowledge for project management. Project management process groups and knowledge areas mapping1.
Project management knowledge areas bring a project to life, but that life can be chaotic and complex, which is why a project manager needs a tool to help manage all these moving parts of a project. Project management institute, a guide to the project management body of knowledge, pmbok guide fifth edition, project management institute, inc. Here i have presented to you a summary of some of the things that will be taught. Communications, time, quality, scope, cost and risk. Project management, then, is the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities to meet the project requirements.
Project management process group and knowledge area mapping project management process groups knowledge areas process initiating process group planning group executing group monitoring and controlling process group closing process group 4. From start to finish on any project, project management processes keeps you, as the project manager, on task to measure and track project progress. There are 10 project management knowledge areas covered by the pmbok guide. This is the only project management knowledge area that has processes in each five process groups. Project management process groups and knowledge areas based on pmbok 4th edition slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. The ten knowledge areas of project management video. You will cover five project management process groups and nine pm knowledge areas. An investigation of the important project management. Exploring the project management knowledge areas we talked about the five process groups and they are initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget. They are the core technical subject matter of the project. The pmbok guide identifies 47 processes of project management that are instrumental to project success.
Manual techniques are often more effective on smaller projects and in the. The point of this whole knowledge area is to make it clear that everything about project management overlaps and needs to be managed as a holistic whole. It is widely accepted to include the core elements of successful project management practices. These processes are developing the project charter, developing the project management plan, directing and managing the project work, monitoring and controlling the project work, performing integrated change control and. Describing project scope, alternatives, and feasibility.
Project management involves lots of processes, which have been broken down into 10 pm knowledge areas. The knowledge areas of project management describe project management practices and knowledge in term of its inherent processes. Project integration management is the hardest ka to get your head around because in my opinion it feels so vague. Integration management is the processes required to ensure that the various. Focuses on the collection and organization of the tools that you will use while managing the project. According to pmbok 5th edition, these processes have been grouped into 10 knowledge areas. Basically, each knowledge area which you might see abbreviated to ka is a category of concepts and processes with a common goal. In the project management body of knowledge pmbok the process groups are the chronological phases that the project goes through, and the knowledge areas occur throughout any time during the process groups. To help organize all the knowledge a project manager needs to effectively perform the role, project management has been organized into 10 best practice areas, or knowledge areas. In project life cycle there are five process groups.
Knowledge areas also assume specific skills and experience in order to accomplish project goals. Project scope management is the second knowledge area in the project management institutes pmi project management body of knowledge pmbok. You can view a powerpoint of the knowledge areas and grab a pdf download below. In the project management body of knowledge pmbok the process groups are the chronological phases that the project goes through, and. Roadmap to project management success form project team statement of work purpose project background project deliverables work breakdown structure responsibility matrix r a a s s r network gantt resource plan update. Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Please read chapter 4 from project management institute, a guide to the project management body of knowledge, pmbok guide fourth edition, project management institute, inc. Now in its fifth edition, the project management body of knowledge pmbok is a collection of processes and knowledge areas accepted as best practice for the project management profession. Appendix g summary of project management knowledge areas 151. Jan 18, 2018 knowledge areas also assume specific skills and experience in order to accomplish project goals. Each process group is made up of a collection of processes used throughout the. When project management processes are grouped by areas of.
Developed over the past 30 years, the pmbok is a collection and organization of knowledge on the project management profession. Project management as a practice is rapidly growing and spreading worldwide, and is now seen globally as a recognized and strategic competency, a career path and a subject for training and education. Knowledge management km is the process of creating, sharing, using and managing the knowledge and information of an organization. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide 2000 edition 2000 project management institute, four campus boulevard, newtown square, pa 190733299 usa vii list of figures figure 11. Sep 10, 2015 the pmbok describes nine knowledge areas or categories of the project management discipline. The five traditional process groups explained project. They cover each of the 47 project management processes. Knowledge areas of project management cem solutions. These processes are developing the project charter, developing the project management plan, directing and managing the project work, monitoring and controlling the project work, performing integrated change control and closing the project or phase. Project management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and. It has always been practiced informally, but began to emerge as a distinct profession in the mid20th century. Project integration management how we are going to incorporate the output of the rest of the 9 knowledge areas processes. An identified area of project management defined by its knowledge requirements and described in terms of its component processes, practices, inputs, outputs, tools, and techniques.
All together, the pmbok guide, 6th edition defines 49 project mangement processes, mapped across five process groups and ten knowledge areas. An established discipline since 1991 citation needed, km includes courses taught in the fields of business administration. Summary of project management knowledge areas project. Created by the pmi, the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide is a collection of processes and knowledge areas widely accepted as best practice within. Sep 18, 2008 project integration management a subset of project management that includes the processes required to ensure that the various elements of the project are properly coordinated. Nov 01, 2017 project scope management is the second knowledge area in the project management institutes pmi project management body of knowledge pmbok.
The process groups are horizontal, and the knowledge areas are vertical. Mar 06, 2009 project management process groups and knowledge areas based on pmbok 4th edition slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. Gaining expertise in any one of these knowledge areas can help you become a rock star in your organization. Click on the figure below to access the process groups and knowledge areas mapping via an online itto tool. The grouping is based on the dissertation questionnaire results for selection of the single most important knowledge area and the four knowledge areas most important to project success. With more than 450,000 members around the world, the project management institute pmi is the worlds foremost advocate for the project management profession see. If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. Project integration management includes the processes required to ensure that the various elements of the. And why are they so important they have capital letters. Nov 27, 2019 project management knowledge areas bring a project to life, but that life can be chaotic and complex, which is why a project manager needs a tool to help manage all these moving parts of a project. Simply make a copy of the relevant page of the pmbok guide, mark the error, and send it to. This article has been updated to the sixth edition of the pmbok guide, released in october 2017. Project integration management mar 23, 2017 an area of knowledge is, according to pmbok project management body of knowledge, an identified area of project management defined by its knowledge requirements and described in terms of its processes, practices, initial data, results, tools and techniques that. The process groups are linked by the output they produce.
A guide to the project management body of knowledge. Project management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities in order to meet or exceed stakeholder needs and expectations. As an internationally recognised standard ansipmi 990012008 and ieee 14902011 it provides the fundamentals of project management, irrespective of the. The 10 project management knowledge areas workfront. Project integration management a subset of project management that includes the processes required to ensure that the various elements of the project are properly coordinated. Jun 25, 2019 project integration management how we are going to incorporate the output of the rest of the 9 knowledge areas processes. The pmbok describes nine knowledge areas or categories of the project management discipline. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok.
Below well cover each of the 10 knowledge areas of project management at a high level along with a few of the process groups or action items associated with each of them. Planning the project the project management techniques related to the project planning phase include. Overview of project management knowledge areas and project management. Project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product or service. Project integration management includes the processes and activities needed to identify, define, combine, unify, and coordinate the various processes and project management activities within the project management process groups. Project management process groups and knowledge areas. A k munns and b f bjeirmi defining the requirement of work, establishing the extent of work, allocating the resources required, planning the execution of the work, monitoring the progress of.
This knowledge area binds the complete project life cycle. It refers to a multidisciplinary approach to achieve organisational objectives by making the best use of knowledge. The role of project management in achieving project success. The process of building a road takes a finite amount of time, and produces a unique product. The project management knowledge areas are essentially what you need to know about effective project management. Processes and knowledge areas the goal of this article is to outline project management processes and pm knowledge areas of a project that you will encounter in class. Mapping of project management processes to the process groups and knowledge areas. It includes the processes that ensure all of the required work and only the required work. Project management processes per subjectknowledge area.
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