Project control is a field often overlooked in project management, despite being a significant requirement for effective management of any project. Researchers have studied project management extensively, but many project management professionals still lack a complete understanding of the project control system. In this book, we review various key definitions of the Project Management Body of Knowledge PMBOK. We also describe the roles and responsibilities of project management professionals, with a particular focus on the controller's role in overseeing schedules and budgets, and define the various traits that a successful project controller must possess. After reading this book, you will not only understand what a typical project entails, but you will also know how to improve your ability to control a project and drive it towards success. Additionally, you will learn how you can advance your career in project control and project management, and how that advancement sets you apart in