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How Do We Define A Project?

There are five aspects of the project definition. Watch Professor Yael Grushka-Cockayne explain each aspect in more detail.

Professor Yael Grushka-Cockayne discusses in this video initiating a project and five aspects of the project definition. As you watch this video think about a project you are currently working on. This can be a project at home, work, or elsewhere. Next, think about how you would respond to the questions below.

What is the goal of your project?
What is the scope of your project?
What is the time for your project?
What is the budget for your project?
What is the organization you need to establish to get things going?

In thinking about these five aspects, what are some of the trade-offs and priorities among them?

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