LO1 Organisation Structures Quiz

Q1- A matrix organisation helps retain specialist skills when compared to a project organisation

• True

• False

Q2 - A functional organisation is most likely to retain specialist skills

• True

• False

Q3 - A project organisation is most likely to retain specialist skills

• True

• False

Q4 - In a matrix organisation, when the staff member has conflicting priorities between line and project manager, which might they naturally favour?

• Line Manager

• Project Manager

• Neither

• Both

Q5 - Which of these things is not needed in a true matrix organisation for it to work properly?

• A) Good influencing skills by the project manager

• B) Effective resource management systems

• C) Flexible and motivated staff

• D) Excessive paperwork

Q6 - In a functional organisation, who would co-ordinate any project if it took place at all?

• A) The functional managers

• B) The project managers

• C) Nobody

• D) The staff themselves

Q7 - As the organisation becomes more project-focused, the role of the functional manager increases?

• True

• False

Q8 - A matrix organisation has the potential to reduce resource under-utilisation compared to a project or functional organisation

• True

• False

Q9 - A strength of a project organisation structure is that the teams have a clear focus

• True

• False

Q10 - Project managers need good influencing skills in a matrix organisation

• True

• False