Program charter structure

When a program starts, it is important to create the program charter.

Program charters should include the following:

• Business case 
• Vision and strategic alignment 
• Objectives 
• Initial costs and expected benefits 
• High-level deliverables 
• A road map for deliverables 
• Governance structure 
• Initial issues and risks 

Program Managers use data included in the program charter to start planning the Program.

Keep in mind: a program charter is important because it defines key aspects to achieve program goals and outcomes.