Simple Work Breakdown Structure
for a Training Program

(Presented in outline format)

000 Project Management Training Program (Top summary level)

100  Teachers Click to see WP activities Select program teachers Make training arrangements

200  Training content
210        Lesson Plans     Click to see WP activities Conduct research Define modules Define content Produce A/V aids Produce course material Conduct dry run Verify Time to Present

220        Workbook
221             Workbook Plan            Click to see WP activities Separate modules Define contents Define procedures
222             Workbook Production Click to see WP activities Develop quizzes Develop exercises Abstract/write text Check style/layout Print

300  Facilities              Click to see WP activities Select location Schedule facilities Arrange A/V equipment Supply trainee materials

400  Administration
410       Trainees             Click to see WP activities Prioritize trainee attendance Arrange temporary delegation
420       Attendance        Click to see WP activities Develop notifications Confirm dates Confirm attendance
430       Evaluation          Click to see WP activities Arrange tests Develop standards Develop feedback Develop follow-up program Handle drop-outs/failures
440       Incentives          Click to see WP activities Show appreciation Issue certificates Award promotion/merit Points Recognize in newsletter

Notes

1. In the above outline layout, the Work Package at the lowest level or end of each main branch is shown in blue
2. Observe how all the elements of the work breakdown structure are represented by nouns
3. Just click on the list boxes provided to see the activities required to deliver that particular work package
4. Observe how every activity in the work package starts with a verb
5. Observe also how the three-digit WBS coding corresponds to the number of levels in this WBS and identifies each element