In project management, a project charter, project definition, or project statement is a statement of the scope, objectives, and participants in a project.

What is included in a project charter?

A project charter should only include three elements: your project objectives, scope, and responsibilities. Once your charter has been approved, you should then create a project plan. Your project plan builds on your project charter to provide a more in-depth blueprint of the key elements of your project.

What is meant by project charter?

A project charter is a short, straightforward document that serves as the foundation for a project. The project charter functions as both the project's internal marketing tool and reference guide.