...management is recognised as a special process which differs in approach from general management or change management. The traditional project management focus is been that of completing defined work within given time constraints and cost limits, and delivering final output to the customer at the required standard of quality.

A particular approach to project management that is now widely used is PRINCE2, an acronym for PRojects IN Controlled Environments. This approach was originally developed by CCTA (the Central Computer and Telecommunications Agency) for IT projects within the civil service and other public sector bodies. The methodology, in eight interlinked processes, has been expanded for use in any type of project. It lays emphasis on making a business case for any project, defines more clearly the role and responsibilities of the project board, the project manager and the team manager, and outlines the control processes and quality reviews necessary to ensure successful delivery.

National Occupational Standards for Management and

Leadership

This checklist has relevance to the following standards:

F: Achieving results, units 1, 2

Definition

Project management involves the co-ordination of resources to complete a project within planned time and resource constraints and to meet required standards of quality. It includes planning and allocation...

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