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PRO4801 Assignment
3 | Due 8 September
2025
NO PLAGIARISM
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[Type the abstract of the document here. The abstract is typically a short summary of the contents of
the document. Type the abstract of the document here. The abstract is typically a short summary of
the contents of the document.]
, Exam (elaborations)
PRO4801 Assignment 3 | Due 8 September
2025Course
Project Management (PRO4801)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
Project Management for Business, Engineering, and Technology
The ABC project faced many challenges, including delays and budgetary
constraints. Among the key issues raised has been the specification of the
product, which must ensure the customer gets value for money. It is
reported that poor planning was the order of the day due to a lack of
experience of the hired project manager and a lack of guidelines regarding
approaches to take. The organisation was still growing and had to establish a
Project Management Office to provide guidance and support. As an expert
who completed PRO4801 and with experience gained over the years working
on various types of projects, you have been hired as a consultant to provide
guidelines on how planning should be undertaken. You’re required to provide
confidence to the appointing authority by addressing the questions (3.1, 3.2,
3.3) posed in the different sections. 3.1. Distinguish between the different
steps in the project planning process and explain the purpose of typical
questions to be answered in each step.
3.1 Steps in the Project Planning Process and
the Purpose of Questions in Each Step
Project planning is a critical phase of project management because it lays the foundation for
successful execution, monitoring, and closure. A well-structured planning process ensures that
resources, time, and scope are aligned to achieve the project’s objectives. The key steps are
outlined below, along with the typical questions that guide each step.
Step 1: Define Project Objectives and Scope
Purpose: To clarify what the project aims to achieve, deliver, and exclude. This sets
boundaries and expectations for all stakeholders.
Typical Questions:
o What are the goals and expected benefits of the project?
o What are the deliverables?
o What is included and excluded from the scope?
PRO4801 Assignment
3 | Due 8 September
2025
NO PLAGIARISM
[Pick the date]
[Type the abstract of the document here. The abstract is typically a short summary of the contents of
the document. Type the abstract of the document here. The abstract is typically a short summary of
the contents of the document.]
, Exam (elaborations)
PRO4801 Assignment 3 | Due 8 September
2025Course
Project Management (PRO4801)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
Project Management for Business, Engineering, and Technology
The ABC project faced many challenges, including delays and budgetary
constraints. Among the key issues raised has been the specification of the
product, which must ensure the customer gets value for money. It is
reported that poor planning was the order of the day due to a lack of
experience of the hired project manager and a lack of guidelines regarding
approaches to take. The organisation was still growing and had to establish a
Project Management Office to provide guidance and support. As an expert
who completed PRO4801 and with experience gained over the years working
on various types of projects, you have been hired as a consultant to provide
guidelines on how planning should be undertaken. You’re required to provide
confidence to the appointing authority by addressing the questions (3.1, 3.2,
3.3) posed in the different sections. 3.1. Distinguish between the different
steps in the project planning process and explain the purpose of typical
questions to be answered in each step.
3.1 Steps in the Project Planning Process and
the Purpose of Questions in Each Step
Project planning is a critical phase of project management because it lays the foundation for
successful execution, monitoring, and closure. A well-structured planning process ensures that
resources, time, and scope are aligned to achieve the project’s objectives. The key steps are
outlined below, along with the typical questions that guide each step.
Step 1: Define Project Objectives and Scope
Purpose: To clarify what the project aims to achieve, deliver, and exclude. This sets
boundaries and expectations for all stakeholders.
Typical Questions:
o What are the goals and expected benefits of the project?
o What are the deliverables?
o What is included and excluded from the scope?
