2.

Project Planning Stage

What is planning
What are planning types
How to plan a project

Gantt Chart
Stakeholders
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
 2. Project Planning Stage
Planning is deciding in advance what to do, how to
do , when to do it and who is to do it.

Why to plan a project

Planning reduces uncertainty
Planning increases understanding
Planning improves efficiency
 Planning Types
Time: long-term, medium-term, short-term
Frequency: single use/ standing
Specificity: directional/ specific
Formality: formal/ informal
Breadth: strategic, tactical, operational
 Class Activity:
Make a short, medium and long-
term plans for one project
 2. Project Planning Stage
Identify project activities
Estimate the duration of each activity
Determine resources required
Estimate project budget
Quality management plan
Risk management plan
Communications plan
Procurement plan:
Class Activity 5– Plan a project