(PRO4801)
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This document contains summarised notes
for PRO4801 module. It allows students to
understand the key concepts in relation to
anchor topics of the module. However,
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, Part 1: Chapter 1
Introduction: What is a project?
Projects are activities that are carried out
by humans such as farming, mining among
others.
Projects are known through their
characteristics such as:
A project must have a defined goal.
A project is unique.
It is temporary in nature.
It carries a risk.