Project Management Quiz

What is the project manager's primary job in phase three (execute and complete tasks) of the project life cycle?

• Build out the project schedule to properly manage resources, budget, and timeline

• Monitor the project team as they complete tasks and break down any barriers

• Step in to complete tasks when the team falls behind

• Document lessons the team learned during the project

Phase two of the project life cycle (make a plan) includes which two of the following tasks? Select all that apply.

• Break down any barriers that would slow or stop the team from completing tasks

• Set the project schedule

• Determine the purpose and mission of the project

• Identify milestones and tasks

During which phase of the project life cycle does a project manager hand off all remaining deliverables?

• Make a plan

• Close the project

• Initiate the project

• Execute and complete tasks

Imagine a project manager oversees their company's transition to a new financial management system. They determine that the project goal is to make the financial portal easier for employees to use. They also identify key stakeholders and outline project objectives. During which phase of the project life cycle do these activities take place?

• Execute and complete tasks

• Initiate the project

• Close the project

• Make a plan

Imagine that a project manager has just begun working on a project for a trucking logistics company. The customer wants to see a proposal as soon as possible, but it is taking the project manager longer than expected because he needs more input from stakeholders and the project team. What should the project manager do to turn the project into a success?

• Tell the customer he will need four to six weeks to formulate a proposal.

• Immediately provide the customer the most recent comparable cost and timeline estimate for the work.

• Ask the customer for more time to consult with stakeholders and the project team to deliver an accurate cost and timeline proposal.

• Research the cost and timeline for similar projects at other trucking logistics companies and share that information with the customer.

What are the main phases of the project life cycle? Select all that apply.

• Initiate the project

• Make a plan

• Define project roles

• Execute and complete tasks

• Close the project

What are three benefits of closing a project? Select all that apply

• Share the team's accomplishments with people outside the team

• Remove any obstacles that come up

• Celebrate the team's success

• Evaluate what worked and what didn't work