BOOK REVIEW
Book Title: Effective Project Management: Traditional, Agile, Extreme
Author: Robert K. Wysocki
Publisher: Wiley
List Price: $65.00
Format: Hard Cover, 816 pages
Publication Date: 2012
ISBN: 978-1-118-01619-0
Reviewer: Maryam Khosravi
Review Date: October 2025
Introduction
Highly structured and in-depth information through entire project life cycle – covering 9 knowledge area per PMBOK – Author skillfully and generously shares project cycle and business strategies from inception through production of the project. Based on the universal framework and makes it open and available to all industries.
Overview of Book’s Structure
Wysocki shares a smooth journey with seasoned and patient readers, a detailed in dept journey, from bird’s eye view down to the smallest possible work breakdown of the project life cycle.
All topics are organized and clearly outlined, easy to comprehend and navigate through entire project management life cycle. Charts, tables, and diagrams were presented to optimize the impact and facilitate readers comprehension.
Highlights
Author has created a blueprint for project management life cycle, which is universal, with no boundaries; the broad spectrum of the information is highly inclusive and covers all domains of project life cycle – not limited to one particular industry.
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How to cite this work: Khosravi, M. (2025). Effective Project Management Traditional, Agile, Extreme, book review, PM World Journal, Vol. XIV, Issue XI, November. Available online at https://pmworldlibrary.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/pmwj158-Nov2025-Khosravi-Effective-Project-Management-book-review.pdf
About the Reviewer
Maryam Khosravi
Texas, USA
Maryam Khosravi is a senior project manager with over 20 years of experience leading global projects across diverse industries and regions, including EMEA, MENA, and APAC. Proven expertise in managing complex initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), with a strong track record of delivering results in both technical and business-driven environments. Industry experience spans Information Technology, Finance (Banking and Credit Cards), Education, Steel, Heavy Machinery, and Livestock & Poultry. She can be contacted at i.maryamkhosravi@icloud.com
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