mgt/521--Project Planner’s Toolkit

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mgt_521wk5ApplyUsingtheProjectPlannersToolkit.docx

Apply: Using the Project Planner’s Toolkit

Resources: Ch. 16 of Management and Appendix: The Project Planner's Toolkit of Management  and the 

Excel Template https://templates.office.com/en-us/Gantt-project-planner-TM02887601?ui=en-US&rs=en-US&ad=US

Apply the concepts of the tools described in the Project Planner's Toolkit.

After studying and evaluating the components included in the Project Manager's Toolkit, evaluate which of the tools (Gantt Chart or Flow Chart) would be most appropriate for each of the following tasks and use that tool to complete the task.

1. Outline the steps involved in undertaking a job search and choosing a job. Include an analysis of the advantages and limitations of the tool as well as ideas for ways you can use the tool in business.

2. Build a schedule showing the steps for planning and preparing for your vacation. Include a description of the advantages and limitations of this tool and ideas for ways you can use it in business.

Important: Create a Gantt Chart and Flow Chart for the scenarios above. You will need to determine which type of chart to use for each scenario. Create a PowerPoint presentation with your charts and answers to the questions above.