PMP Review Notes (Chapter 1) – Understanding Project Life Cycles and Project Management Processes

March 26, 2010 · Posted in All Other Items, Don's eBook Report, Project Management · Comment 

Project Phases and Project Life Cycles

-          Most projects are divided into phases, and all projects, large or small, have a similar project life cycle structure

-          Project Phases

  • Generally consist of segments of work that allow for easier management, planning and control of the work

-          Project Life Cycle

  • All the collective phases the project processes through in concert
  • Similar for all projects regardless of their size and complexity
  • Phases are typically sequential, and sometimes overlap each other
  • Most projects at least the 4 following project life cycles:
    • Beginning the project
    • Planning and organizing the work of the project
    • Performing the work of the project
    • Closing out the project

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