This document provides an overview of project portfolio management and the strategic management process. It discusses the importance of understanding an organization's strategy and how project selection needs to be aligned with strategic goals and objectives. It also describes the key steps in portfolio management, including defining selection criteria, evaluating project proposals, and prioritizing a portfolio of projects. Financial models like payback period and net present value are presented as well as qualitative strategic criteria that can be used to evaluate projects. The role of senior management and a priority team in managing the project portfolio is also summarized.