Free Work Breakdown Structure Diagram Template for PowerPoint & Google Slides

Description

This template is designed to present a clear and structured Work Breakdown Structure for project planning and management. It is a fully editable presentation template, compatible with PowerPoint and Google Slides.
It helps teams break down complex projects into manageable phases and tasks.
The layout visually organizes project components from start to closure.

This free template provides a practical framework for defining scope, responsibilities, and deliverables across the entire project lifecycle. By separating initiation, planning, execution, and closure stages, it enables better visibility, accountability, and coordination among stakeholders. The clean design ensures the structure remains easy to follow even for detailed projects.

What’s Inside the Template

The template includes a single comprehensive diagram structured around a central project plan. It branches into four major phases: initiation, planning, execution, and closure. Each phase is further broken down into clearly labeled sub elements such as objectives, stakeholders, feasibility, budget, scope, schedule, resources, risks, tasks, coordination, monitoring, review, acceptance, documentation, and lessons learned. The hierarchical layout supports logical sequencing and clear task ownership.

Key Features

• Free Work Breakdown Structure diagram layout
• Clear division of project phases and sub tasks
• Hierarchical structure for easy understanding
• Color coded sections for visual clarity
• Suitable for detailed project planning discussions
• Fully editable in PowerPoint and Google Slides

Ideal For

This template is ideal for project managers, team leads, consultants, and students working on structured projects. It is suitable for project planning sessions, status reviews, academic assignments, and stakeholder presentations. Organizations of any size can use it to communicate project scope and responsibilities clearly.

Slide Highlights

The slide highlights a balanced vertical layout with distinct columns representing each project phase. Smooth connectors visually link tasks to their parent phase, reinforcing structure and flow. Soft color contrasts improve readability while keeping the design professional and presentation ready.

Compatibility & Formats

The template is fully compatible with Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Slides. All shapes, text, and connectors are editable, allowing easy customization across platforms. The diagram is optimized for widescreen formats and works well for both live presentations and shared documentation.