The Standard for Portfolio Management, Fourth Edition
The Standard for Portfolio Management, Fourth Edition is a Project Management Institute reference on managing portfolios in alignment with organizational strategy. It covers governance, risk, value, capacity and stakeholder engagement, with a compact 189-page print length.
At a glance
- Framework for managing collections of projects, programs and operations.
- Topics include strategic alignment, risk management, value creation, organizational governance, capacity and capability management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Presented as practical guidance for portfolio, program and project managers, senior managers, executives and others involved in portfolio management.
Reference price: $74.95
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Covers portfolio governance and strategy alongside practical management topics such as risk, capacity and stakeholder engagement.
- Its stated 189-page length offers a focused reference rather than a lengthy general project-management text.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Project Management Institute |
|---|---|
| Edition | Fourth edition |
| Publication date | November 1, 2017 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 189 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1628251975 |
| Weight listed | 11.5 ounces |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 0.31 x 10.98 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Portfolio managers and executives seeking a framework for aligning project and program choices with organizational strategy.
- Program and project managers who participate in portfolio decisions or governance.
- Readers looking for guidance on portfolio risk, value, resource capacity and stakeholder engagement.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a general introductory guide to project management rather than a portfolio-focused standard.
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Frequently asked questions
What topics does this standard cover?
The listing describes guidance on strategic alignment, risk management, value creation, organizational governance, capacity and capability management, and stakeholder engagement.
Who is the book intended for?
The listing names portfolio, program and project managers, senior managers, executives and others involved in portfolio management.
How long is this edition?
The product details list a print length of 189 pages.
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