This chapter is from the book
This chapter is from the book
This chapter is from the book
Domain 1, Task 1 Summary
Be sure you know the following concepts before you take the exam:
Project Types and Definitions
■ Projects: Temporary efforts with unique outcomes
■ Programs: Related projects managed together for benefits
■ Portfolio: Projects and programs managed for strategic objectives
■ Operations: Ongoing, repetitive business activities
Development Approaches
■ Predictive: Step-by-step, fully defined requirements (e.g., construction)
■ Adaptive: Flexible, changing requirements (e.g., software development)
Project Process Groups
■ Initiating: Define purpose and authorization
■ Planning: Develop detailed plans
■ Executing: Coordinate resources and work
■ Monitoring and Controlling: Track progress
■ Closing: Complete and formalize end
Project Parameters
■ Issues: Current problems affecting objectives
■ Risks: Uncertain future events
■ Assumptions: Factors considered true without proof
■ Constraints: External limiting factors
Project Scope Components
■ Objectives: Host end-of-year celebration for 200 students with $5000 budget
■ Deliverables: 4-hour evening event with food, music, and entertainment
■ Tasks/Activities: Venue booking, catering arrangements, and DJ hiring
■ Boundaries: School gymnasium venue, no external guests allowed, no alcohol
■ Stakeholders: Students, parents, teachers, administration, vendors
■ Constraints: Maximum budget $5000, must end by 10 PM, venue capacity 250
■ Assumptions: Students will attend, venue will be available, DJ has equipment
Risk vs. Issue
■ Risk: Underage drinking might occur.
■ Issue: Student was caught attempting to bring alcohol into venue.
Ethics Tenets
■ Responsibility: Own decisions and consequences
■ Respect: Show regard for people and resources
■ Fairness: Act impartially and objectively
■ Honesty: Communicate and act truthfully
