Instructions
Use Microsoft Project to create a project budget and a project schedule. You first develop your project schedule. Then, you include the budget for all the project-related costs. Include costs for each task in your project schedule, with a minimum of 20 line items in the schedule.
Complete the following steps for this assignment:
1. Create your project schedule in Microsoft Project. Include tasks, durations, dependencies, resources, and a Gantt chart.
2. Develop a budget in Microsoft Project or Microsoft Excel that includes the cost for each task, as well as subtotals and a total cost.
3. Add references to your project budget and schedule in the Project Plan Template.
4. Create the executive summary for your project plan.
o Note that it should explain who, what, where, when, why, and how.
o Be sure to include:
§ Project summary and benefits.
§ Project start and completion dates (or duration).
§ Estimated project cost.
§ Resources needed and supporting evidence.
5. Submit your final project plan, including your executive summary, budget, and schedule.
Additional Requirements
Your assignment should also meet the following requirements:
· Written communication: Ensure written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
· Length: Use the Project Plan Template.
· Font and font size: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font.
· Submission: Submit your final project plan with all sections completed.
Portfolio Prompt: You are required to save this learning activity to your ePortfolio. Refer to Online e-Portfolio in the Tools and Resources for guidance.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:
· Competency 2: Evaluate the significance of project management benefits to business and IT projects.
o Write an executive summary for the project
· Competency 3: Explain project management documentation to support business or IT projects.
o Develop a project budget.
o Construct a project schedule.
· Competency 4: Communicate effectively.
o Communicate effectively in a professional manner consistent with the standards and conventions of project management.