What Are the Main Differences between a Program and a Project?
The main differences between a program and a project are that a program achieves a strategy or mission, is realized through multiple projects and ongoing activity, and has a scope that might be either broadly defined or specific. A project, on the other hand, has a start and a finish, achieves a single set of defined objectives, and is a tactical initiative.
An example of a program is the running of a hotel, whereas an example of a project under this program is refurbishing part or all of the hotel installations, painting the building, or launching a marketing initiative to increase occupancy.