It’s more of a real-world guide than the PMBOK, so it may be easier to get into for those who have some experience but need to shore up their foundations. This book falls somewhere between beginner and intermediate. The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management If you find projects go off the rails because not enough time is spent upfront thinking through the details, this book will give you the tools to fix that. More than just a project management book, it includes an actionable framework for achieving goals and deep thinking. It’s one of the most highly rated books on this list. This book packs a lot into a surprisingly quick read. Strategic Project Management Made Simple: Practical Tools for Leaders and Teams But if you have the basics down and want to improve the softer skills and nuanced challenges they don’t prepare you for in the PMP, this book is a great choice. If you’re looking for a framework of project management, you should look elsewhere. It covers a lot of fundamentals, such as effective communication, decision-making, planning, and problem-solving. This book is a collection of essays based on the author's 9 years of experience as a program manager for Microsoft’s biggest projects. Making Things Happen: Mastering Project Management
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You’ll learn tactical basics like estimating and planning projects, as well as how to develop soft skills like empathy and communication. Written by Brett Harned, this book takes the stuffiness out of project management and delivers personal stories and practical advice anyone can use to lead projects to success. Project Management for Humans: Helping People Get Things Done Lacks examples and practical on-the-job adviceĤ.While it covers the basics and theory of project management, it’s lacking a little bit in solid examples and actionable on-the-job advice. Many classes use it as an alternative to the PMBOK, and students say it really helps them pass the PMP.
It's very well organized and approachable. This book is a slightly stripped down and easier-to-read version of the PMBOK. Project Management: Absolute Beginner’s Guide Easy for non-project managers to get a quick overviewģ.If you’ve never managed projects yourself, it will help you understand a day in the life of a PM. Many project managers recommend it for those who manage project managers. This is a great book targeted at those who are in traditional management roles who want to get more involved with project management. They start out in management or another role and end up filling the void to make sure the trains run on time. Many project managers never take the PMP. Project Management for Non-Project Managers It’s a little tough to read, as it is an academic textbook, but it’s just one of those books you should probably have around to reference. It was by far the book that came up the most as a recommendation from experienced project managers. A Guide to the Project Management Body of KnowledgeĪlso known as the PMBOK by project managers, this book is THE textbook on the subject, and many consider it a requirement if you’re planning on taking (and passing) the PMP exam. Whether you just fell into the role or are hoping to break into it soon, these books will help you nail the basics and ramp up quickly. Industry-specific project management books Beginner project management books Here’s what made our short list.Īdvanced project management and leadership books
We took the entire list into consideration, then whittled it down and sorted it. So how do you pick where to start? It helps to select books that are appropriate to your level of expertise and experience in project management.Īnd lucky for you, we did all the research for you! We combed through Amazon, review websites, and even asked for recommendations from experienced project managers. One of the best resources is a great book, and there’s no shortage of books on the subject of project management. There are a ton of resources out there to help any project manager level up their skills.
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