Which task is NOT part of the Elicitation and Collaboration knowledge area?

The task that is not part of the Elicitation and Collaboration knowledge area is the drafting of the Project Charter. The Elicitation and Collaboration knowledge area focuses specifically on engaging stakeholders, gathering requirements, and fostering relationship dynamics essential to successful project outcomes.

Preparing for elicitation, conducting elicitation, and managing stakeholder collaboration are all integral to understanding the needs and expectations of stakeholders, developing communication strategies, and ensuring that the necessary information is captured effectively. These tasks involve interaction with stakeholders to gather relevant data, insights, and feedback, which is central to the role of a business analyst.

In contrast, drafting the Project Charter is typically aligned with the planning and initiating phases of project management. It serves as a foundational document that outlines the project’s objectives, scope, stakeholders, and the overall framework—this positioning is outside the specific activities of elicitation and stakeholder collaboration. Therefore, the drafting of a Project Charter is not considered a task within the Elicitation and Collaboration knowledge area as defined by the BABOK.