Common Terminology

Question 1

What is a Project?

Answer 1

A unique endeavor, and usually includes a set of unique deliverables.

Question 2

Define Project Management

Answer 2

The application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to meet the project requirement and achieve the desired outcome.

Question 3

What is a Program

Answer 3

A collection of projects

Question 4

What is a portfolio

Answer 4

A collection of projects and programs across an entire organization

Question 5

Name some PM buzzwords

Answer 5

Analytical
Assertive
Assessing outcomes
Assessing progress
Attention to detail
Evaluation
Executing plans
Financial analysis
Impact assessment
Leadership engagement
Problem-solving
Process development
Process improvement
Project coordination
Project implementation
Project initialization
Project planning
Project reporting

Question 6

What are 5 ways a PM can impact an organization?

Answer 6

-Focusing on the customer
-Building a great team
-Fostering relationships and communication
-Managing the project
-Breaking down barriers

Question 7

What are some questions you can ask a potential customer to better connect with them?

Answer 7

-What is the problem you would like us to help solve?
-How is the problem impacting your organization?
-What prompted you to ask for help now?
-What is your hope for the outcome of this project?

Question 8

What is a cross functional team?

Answer 8

Team members who have different backgrounds, types of expertise, and job functions.