For undergraduate introductory courses in Project Management. Offering thorough and practical project management material aimed at the undergraduate, this text covers every aspect of the project management discipline. The text material prepares students for the Project+ certification examination offered by CompTIA and the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) offered by the Project Management Institute. The text enables users to understand and actively participate in the management of IT and small software or electro-mechanical system development projects, preparing them for entry-level positions as junior project managers.