Title:
Software project management
Author:
Hughes, Bob.
ISBN:
9780077109899
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Edition:
4th ed.
Publication Information:
London : McGraw-Hill, ©2006.
Physical Description:
xviii, 357 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
General Note:
Previous edition: 2002.
Contents:
Chapter 1. Introduction to software project management -- Chapter 2. "Step Wise" An overview of project planning -- Chapter 3. Programme management and project evaluation -- Chapter 4. Selection of an appropriate project approach -- Chapter 5. Software effort estimation -- Chapter 6. Activity Planning -- Chapter 7. Risk Management -- Chapter 8. Resource allocation Chapter -- 9. Monitoring and control -- Chapter 10. Managing contracts -- Chapter 11. Managing people and organizing teams -- Chapter 12. Software Quality -- Appendix A: Prince 2 -- Appendix B: BS6079: 1996 -- Appendix C: Answer Pointers.
Abstract:
From its first appearance in 1995, this book has been consistently well received by tutors and students alike. Now in its fourth edition, this textbook is highly regarded for providing a complete introduction to Software Project Management for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. The new edition retains its clear, accessible style and comprehensive coverage, plus the many examples and exercises throughout the chapters that illustrate the practical application of software project management principles. Reflecting new developments in software project management, the fourth edition has been developed to ensure that the coverage is up-to-date and contemporary. This includes new and expanded coverage of topics such as virtual teams and agile methods.
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