Project Sponsorship and Stakeholder Engagement

These flashcards cover the essential concepts related to the role of a project sponsor and stakeholder communication based on the lecture.

What are the key responsibilities of a project sponsor?

Articulate a clear vision, set clear expectations, provide funding, remove obstacles, and encourage the team.

Why is it important for a project sponsor to set clear requirements?

To demarcate the exact boundaries of the project, indicating what is in and what is out.

What should a project sponsor follow to implement changes in a project?

The proper integrated change control process.

When is it easier to implement changes in a project?

Changes are easier to implement early in the project.

What is the potential negative impact of constantly changing project objectives?

It can waste time and money, and demoralize and frustrate the team.

What should stakeholders do if their concerns are not resolved by the project manager?

They can escalate the issue to the project sponsor, but this should be reserved for major items under unique circumstances.