Project Management Quiz

What is a project according to PMBOK?

• A permanent endeavor

• A temporary endeavor

• An ongoing task

• A continuous process

Which of the following is an example of a project?

• Routine office work

• Daily team meetings

• Employee training sessions

• Construction of buildings

What are the characteristics of a project?

• Flexible start and end time

• Definite start and end time

• Vague set of objectives

• Involvement of only one department

What is the main goal of project management?

• To increase costs

• To avoid teamwork

• To achieve specific goals

• To complicate tasks

What are the phases of a project life cycle?

• Start, middle, end

• Definition, planning, implementation, termination

• Analysis, design, development, testing

• Planning, execution, completion, review

Who are considered stakeholders in a project?

• Only the project manager

• Only the project sponsor

• Project team, customers, suppliers

• Opponents to the project

What does SMART objectives stand for in project management?

• Significant, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timely

• Structured, Meaningful, Accurate, Reliable, Timely

• Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-bound

• Simple, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely

Why are projects considered complex?

• Single department involvement

• Lack of resources

• Limited time frame

• Geographical boundaries

What is the impact of culture on project management?

• No impact at all

• Increases budget constraints

• Only affects communication

• Influences attitudes, beliefs, values, behaviours

What is the purpose of a project charter?

• To define the project scope and objectives

• To assign tasks to team members

• To track project expenses

• To schedule project meetings