Project Proposal and Position Paper

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What is a project proposal?

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A project proposal is a persuasive and informative document that aims to address a particular problem or issue, serving as a bid to initiate a project.

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What are the typical word counts for a project proposal?

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A project proposal usually ranges from 1,000 to 2,500 words depending on the complexity of the project.

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What are the key components of a good project proposal?

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Goals and objectives, project plan, resources needed, and budget.

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What is a solicited internal project proposal?

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It is used when the target reader is within the organization and responds to a specific request.

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What is a solicited external project proposal?

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It is used when the target reader is outside the organization and responds to a specific request from someone external.

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What is an unsolicited internal project proposal?

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It is a self-initiated proposal for an internal audience that no one asked for.

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What is an unsolicited external project proposal?

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It is a self-initiated proposal for an external audience that no one asked for.

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What is included in the cover letter of a project proposal?

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The project title, date requested, general purpose, scope, and acknowledgments.

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What does the title page of a project proposal include?

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The project title, lead organization, date, client’s name, proponent’s name, and department.

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What is the purpose of the abstract or executive summary in a project proposal?

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To highlight the objectives, major activities, and total project cost in a concise format.