Now that your project has been formally authorized by the parent organization and funding has been approved, it is time to start your planning phase. Project management is typically a team-based management methodology. For training purposes, however, you will work alone on this project.

1. Create a new project file in Microsoft Project and use the "Save as" function to rename the file with yourlast name, yourfirst initial, andyour project title. Example:AlexisJ_BackhoeDevelopment. (1points).

2. Use the file Properties from the Backstage view in Microsoft Project to enter a brief description of the project objectives. Remember, project objectives must be SMART. Complete the other Properties as appropriate. (Hint: Go to File>Info>Project Information>Advanced Properties>Summary). (2points)

3. From theGanttchart view, with the Entry Table applied, enter 20 deliverables for your project in theTask Namecolumn, including project management. Remember, typically a deliverable is a component part of the project and is expressed as a noun/adjective - NOT a verb (Hint: see PMBOK fifth edition pages 129 and 130 as examples). You may want to incorporate the phases identified in your previous individual assignment, but this is not required. (7points).

1.Note: This assignment is to test your understanding of the concept of work breakdown structure (WBS). Do not enter any information other than the requirements of the assignment. For example, do NOT enter activities - do NOT enter resources. We will progressively complete the schedule and budget for your project.

2.Submit your Microsoft Project file to your instructor via the appropriate link. This assignment is due no later than Sunday of the FOURTH week of the class. E-mail submission will be rejected.