In your own words, explain the importance of effective communications in project management. Also, please summarize what it means to employ effective communication skills.

Explain the purpose of a communications management plan and summarize the key elements of this plan.

Describe the purpose of stakeholder analysis and the key elements associated with stakeholder analysis. Include in your description a brief summary of a stakeholder analysis tool/technique.

Describe the role of “performance reporting” and the items typically included in performance reports.