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 

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

Refer to the Excel Template as an example.

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.

Combine the charts into one Microsoft® PowerPoint® file.