Project Management

What is the primary purpose of project management?

• To make a profit

• To create a unique product, service, or result

• To perform routine tasks

• To meet daily operational goals

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using project management techniques?

• Lower costs

• Improved customer relations

• Longer development times

• Higher quality

Which of the following is a project attribute?

• Ongoing operation

• Temporary nature

• Routine tasks

• Continuous process

Who is responsible for completing the project within a specified budget and time frame?

• Project Portfolio Manager

• Operations Manager

• Project Manager

• Program Manager

Which project management knowledge area is concerned with acquiring goods and services for a project from outside the performing organization?

• Project Time Management

• Project Quality Management

• Project Procurement Management

• Project Integration Management

What are the three primary project constraints?

• Scope, Time, and Cost

• Quality, Time, and Profit

• Resources, Quality, and Scope

• Risk, Stakeholders, and Communication

Which of the following is NOT a project stakeholder?

• Project Team

• Project Sponsor

• Competitors

•  Customers

What is the overarching function that affects and is affected by all project management knowledge areas?

• Project Scope Management

• Project Integration Management

• Project Risk Management

• Project Procurement Management

What are the determinants of project success?

• Time, Budget, Customer Acceptance and High Performance

• Team morale and profit margins

• People Skills, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Communication and Integrity

• Executive support and project management expertise

What are the key skills for project managers?

• Technical skills and budget management

• Building trust and verbal communication

• Operational focus and conflict resolution