Preface

Writing a textbook on project management is not an easy task. It requires a clear goal, limited resources, a defined end date, and interdisciplinary work. As you hold this book in your hand, you are looking at the tangible result of a project that aimed to meet the need for basic knowledge in project management among students and practitioners.

This book has its roots in my more than 20 years of experience teaching project management at BI Norwegian Business School. The primary purpose of this textbook is to provide students with a comprehensive insight into the subject of project management. With a strong emphasis on a pedagogical approach, I have striven to present complex subjects in a clear and instructive way, using real-life and constructed examples.

Publishing a book requires a supportive framework. I am grateful to Universitetsforlaget and Erik Juel for their unwavering support and guidance throughout the writing process. I would also like to extend my gratitude to my family for their constant support and patience.

I hope that this textbook will serve as an invaluable resource to those seeking to learn the fundamental principles of project management. I believe that by mastering these principles, you will be well-equipped to tackle any project that comes your way.

Oslo, July 2023

Jan Terje Karlsen