PMBOK Guide Chapter 1

Chapter 1 - Introduction

• 1.1 Purpose of the PMBOK Guide
  The primary of the PMBOK Guide is to identify that subset of the Project Management Body of Knowledge that is generally recognized as good practice.
  
• 1.2 What is a Project
  A project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result.
  
• 1.3 What is Project Management?
  Project Management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to project activities to meet project requirement.
  
• 1.4 The PMBOK Guide Structure
• 1.5 Areas of Expertise
• 1.6 Project Management Context