Pros: 100 coverage of the certification test. Cons: No examples. Unnecessarily convoluted language. Confusing flow.Bottom line: A must read before the PMP certification test. It is not an enjoyable read but it is not difficult to get through it. Personal Note: I failed to see the point of extending concept explanations to the maxim length. Taking 4 lines to explain something easily described in one or two made the book slow. It is hard to "like" this book; this is not a pleasure read, nor does it provide details on exactly what to do when or how to do it. I also believe that in some companies and situations, the idea of controlling risk and cost is ridiculous.Also, one can argue that the comprehensive attempt is not as effective as the highest risk attempt, reflecting some differences between the American and European ideas of project management and their leading associations. Be aware that the knowledge areas are what is presented, but the process groups are what is most useful. Thus to pass the PMP the reader must apply significant thinking and integration skills.Then again, what would a good PMP be without those skills?
As publicações do PMI são sem dúvidas itens obrigatórios na estante de todo gestor de projetos.
—iceboxLG
Now that I have my PMP certificate, I'll never open this book again.
—Dave
Must have if you're interested in Project Management.
—Rhicha
Pretty dreadful in many ways but can be useful.
—mr67
My Bible....
—xdimitris1986
