Publisher's Synopsis
Research projects are challenging because of their exploratory character and the special environment in which they are executed.
The PM-Cube is a practical tool that has allowed thousands of researchers, regardless of their field and their position, to successfully manage the complexity of their projects and to deliver high-quality results.
The PM-Cube will allow you to:
- plan your work while maintaining flexibility
- write convincing proposals
- lead performing teams
- communicate effectively
- find innovative solutions
- control projects
- work in a more relaxed manner
All steps of the PM-Cube are embedded in the story of a PhD candidate who not only applies project management methods to her research work but also uses them to tackle the challenges and problems she faces.
Project management (PM) is a quite new discipline whose importance is increasing in our competitive world. However, even if such fundamental skills enable researchers to improve their performances, PM is still rarely taught. According to a European survey, senior researchers regretted not having received training in PM early in their career. Studies in the private sector support the fact that such expertise is crucial for successful organisations. Therefore, the acquisition of project management skills will be useful throughout your career.
Project Management for Success in Research: this guide is dedicated to Professors, Senior Scientists, Postdocs, Phd Candidates as well as Master students from any academic field and whose aim is to ensure the success of their projects. In summary, it is for researcher performing or supervising research project(s), or anyone writing a research proposal or grant.
