For this assignment, complete the following in the Spreadsheet template:
- In the provided spreadsheet template, you will find three tabs at the bottom of the screen. Read through the “Instructions” tab and the “Sample” tab.
- In the “Blank Template – Fill This In” tab, complete the following:
- Outline a plausible list of tasks needed to complete your chosen project.
- Estimate plausible timelines for each task or group of tasks.
Then, in a Word document titled, “Project Tasks and Timeline Rationale”, write a paper:
- Use the following headers in your paper:
- Part 1: Overview of the Project (Note: This portion of your paper should be about 1 page.)
- Summary of Goals and Objectives
- Summary of Resources and Budget
- Part 2: Explanation of Tasks and Timeline (Note: This portion of your paper should be about 2 pages.)
- Description of all Tasks
- Description of Timeline
- Explanation of Method(s) Used to Determine Dates (Note: use concepts from the textbook to support your rationale in this section)
- Part 3: Risk Factors and Mitigation (Note: This portion of your paper should be about 1 page.)
- Potential Risks and Mitigation
Include and highlight in your paper the following ten key terms from the textbook, using each term correctly and in a professional context:&
- Choose any key terms
- “Estimates,” “top-down estimating,” and “bottom-down estimating”
- “Activity”
- “Risks”
- “Resources” and “constraints”
- “Project duration” and”project scope”
Your paper should be clear, well-organized, and formatted according to SWS style. Your paper should be between 4 and 5 double-spaced pages, plus a page for sources. Use accurate grammar, mechanics, and spelling.