Plan :

– It is the Image , map or vision to represent the forms or features of desired situations.

– It is the indication of what and how much is to be achieved within a given amount of resource investment.

Planning :

– It is putting plan to action in order to produce the targeted outcomes.

– Pre-consideration of resources for plan implementation.

– It is functionally dynamic.

Program :

– It is the group of complementary activities of which common purpose is directed to make a plan successful.

Project :

– It is the series of activities and tasks.

– Have a specific objectives.

– Have a start an end dates.

– Have fund limits and consume resources.

Features of Project :

– A project needs to be SMART.

i.e. a) Specific :-What and when to avoid differing interpretation.

b) Measurable :- In terms of quantity , quality , cost and time.

c) Achievable :- Relevant to problems , strategies and resources.

d) Time bound :- With specific time period of achieving them.