Project Charter

A sponsor- or initiator-approved document that officially launches the project and empowers the project manager to use organizational resources to perform project work.

Key Points

  • Issued by the sponsor or initiator to formally start the project.
  • Names the project manager and grants authority to allocate and direct resources.
  • Summarizes high-level purpose, objectives, scope boundaries, and key stakeholders.
  • Links the project to the business case and strategy, enabling detailed planning to begin.

Example

The CIO issues a charter for a CRM upgrade, appoints a project manager, and authorizes the use of IT staff, vendor support, and a preliminary budget so the team can start planning and securing resources.

PMP Example Question

Which artifact formally authorizes a project and grants the project manager authority to apply organizational resources?

  1. Business case
  2. Project charter
  3. Statement of work (SOW)
  4. Project management plan

Correct Answer: B — Project charter

Explanation: The charter officially starts the project and empowers the project manager; the business case justifies the effort, the SOW describes deliverables, and the project management plan explains how the work will be carried out.

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