Includes bibliographical references (p. 223) and index.

An essential reference for project and program managers, this book provides simplified concepts and the tools necessary to assess, prioritize, and manage high-risk projects and tasks. Delivers practical information, including proven methods of integrating risk management into business and project planning. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

Preparing the organization: building a risk management culture -- The business risk framework -- Doable tools: applying tools strategically -- Demystifying risk: using the PMI PMBOK -- Making risk policy: a risk-based program management manual -- Risk matrix samples -- A case in risk and Microsoft project -- Customer-diven project management, TQM, and risk -- Strategic planning and risk- the Eastern case -- Risk lessons learned and the project risk audit -- App.A. Cost and risk exercises-How do risk and cost work in a real project setting? -- App.B. Risk-based project schedule -- App.C. Demystifying business and project risk management: a checklist.