Project Charter

 The project charter is a formal document recognizing the existence of the project and the authority of the project manager. It defines the high-level requirements for the project and links the project to the ongoing work of the organization.  Students will explore the various components of a project charter and develop a high-level scope, schedule, and resource window from which to operate.

The project charter includes fundamental information used to authorize and establish the basis for a project. The charter justifies the project in terms of its value to the company.  Specific items include but are not limited to the following (per instructor):

Project Title and Description
Project Manager Assigned and Authority Level
Business Case/Project Purpose or Justification
High Level Project description/ Statement of Work
Measurable Project Objectives and Related Success Criteria/Metrics
High Level Requirements
Known Stakeholders and their Role/Responsibility
High Level Project Risks
Summary Milestone Schedule
Summary Budget
Name and Responsible Person(s) Authorizing Project Charter