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1 Project Foundations and Chartering Free Online FlashCards

Study 1 Project Foundations and Chartering with 12 free online flashcards. Review key terms, definitions, and concepts with this interactive flashcard deck.

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01
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What defines a project?

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A project is a temporary effort undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result.

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What makes a project objective useful?

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It states the outcome the project is intended to achieve and should be specific, measurable where practical, and time-bound.

03
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Who counts as a project stakeholder?

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Stakeholders are people or groups who carry out, approve, use, fund, influence, or may be affected by the project.

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What do project success criteria establish?

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Success criteria specify how authorized decision-makers will judge whether the project and its result are acceptable.

05
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What is the purpose of a project charter?

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A project charter is a concise, high-level document that authorizes a project, connects it to a business need, and establishes initial direction and authority.

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What do project scope boundaries clarify?

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Scope boundaries state what is included in the project and what is explicitly excluded.

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What is the clinic booking project’s stated objective?

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Launch an online booking service for routine appointments by September 30.

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What distinguishes operations from a project?

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Operations are ongoing, repeatable activities that sustain an organization, such as running a service desk.

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Why clarify stakeholder interests early?

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Identify stakeholders early and clarify their interests and decision roles; do not assume they define value in the same way.

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Why is deliverable acceptance different from project benefit?

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A finished deliverable is not automatically a successful outcome: the output may be delivered even if users find it difficult to use.

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How does a charter differ from a detailed project plan?

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The charter gives high-level direction; detailed schedules and execution methods are developed later.

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Which roles should a charter identify?

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A charter identifies who sponsors, leads, contributes to, uses, and approves the project.