Why Projects Fail in the Public Sector - Softcover

Imudia, Martins I.; Kaindaneh, Peter M.; Baffour-awuah, Dan

 
9781481849425: Why Projects Fail in the Public Sector
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1481849425 ISBN 13: 9781481849425
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2013

Synopsis

Successful project management is more than delivering the agreed-upon outcome on time and within budget. Problems at each stage of the project cycle can cause delays, cost overruns, and even failure. Why Projects Fail in the PublicSector provides the tools international development practitioners need to identify and address critical failure points. In addition to a practical overview of project planning and procurement, this book highlights the warning signs of project failure and offers useful guidance on expectation management, dispute resolution, and accountability and ethics in today s global development network. Case studies drawn from the authors decades of development experience illustrate the on-the-ground realities faced by project managers in the field.In the quest to achieve sustainable development, countries worldwide have invested billions in public projects, trusting development practitioners to achieve their goals. This handbook will help new entrants into the development field as well as experienced professionals to deliver efficient, effective, and sustainable project results.

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Publisher
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Publication date
2013
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1481849425
ISBN 13 
9781481849425
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
150