The project charter is an output from which of the following?

The project charter is created during project initiation. It formally authorizes the project, identifies the project purpose, high-level objectives, sponsor, authority of the project manager, key stakeholders, major assumptions, constraints, and initial scope direction. Scope planning and scope definition occur after initiation and develop the detailed project scope and work breakdown structure. Scope verification occurs later when completed deliverables are reviewed and accepted. Internal auditors reviewing project governance should confirm that major projects have approved charters before significant work begins. A charter supports accountability, authorization, alignment with strategy, and control over project objectives. Therefore, Option D is correct.