Originally developed to provide a single resource for an introductory course in software projects management at major Indian universities, this textbook provides a comprehensive overview of major principles and processes involved in the development of software. The work is divided into sections covering project management fundamentals, software life-cycle management, software engineering management, personnel management, and specific tools and techniques. Chapters are arranged for easy reference and include illustrations, exercises, review questions, and recommended readings. Ahmed is an experienced project manager and system analyst. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)