Question

activity: match each description to its stakeholder role
instructions: write the correct stakeholder role next to each description below. use the chart above to help you.

1. 1. has final authority over scope, schedule, and budget matters; often the financial backer.

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1. 2. in charge of getting a project planned properly, defining requirements, gathering resources, and managing the scope, schedule, and budget.

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1. 3. a regular supervisor for team members working on a project.

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1. 4. employees who perform the tasks necessary to satisfy project requirements.

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1. 5. an external source contracted to provide supplies or expertise needed to fulfill a project plan.

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1. 6. the ultimate beneficiaries or users of a completed project.

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reflection questions

1. why is it important for a project manager to clearly identify all stakeholders before starting a project?

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1. which stakeholder role do you think has the most influence over project success? why?

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1. think about a recent school project or group activity. identify one stakeholder and describe their role.

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Explanation:

1. The role with final authority over scope, schedule, and budget (often the financial backer) is the Project Sponsor.
2. The role in charge of planning the project, defining requirements, gathering resources, and managing scope, schedule, and budget is the Project Manager.
3. A regular supervisor for team members working on a project is a Functional Manager.
4. Employees who perform the tasks necessary to satisfy project requirements are Team Members.
5. An external source contracted to provide supplies or expertise needed to fulfill a project plan is a Vendor.
6. The ultimate beneficiaries or users of a completed project are the Customers/End - Users.

Answer:

1. Project Sponsor
2. Project Manager
3. Functional Manager
4. Team Members
5. Vendor
6. Customers/End - Users