Module 5 - Starting up a project process

Question 1

The starting up a project process is triggered by:

Answer 1

The project mandate

Question 2

What is the first activity in the SU process

Answer 2

Appoint the executive and project manager

Question 3

What is the final stage of the SU process

Answer 3

Plan the initiation stage (ISP)

Question 4

Whats the purpose of the SU process

Answer 4

Ensure the prerequisites for initiating a project are in place and a foundation for detailed planning available

Prevent poorly conceived projects from being initiated by deciding whether it is worthwhile to even initiate a project

Question 5

What are the activities in the SU process

Answer 5

Appoint the executive and project manager
Capture previous lessons
Prepare outline business case
Design and appoint the project management team
Select the approach and assemble the project brief
Plan the initiation stage

Question 6

The project brief is:

Answer 6

Statement or collection of documents describing project requirements such as cost, time, and performance as well as project constraints

Question 7

The project brief is made up of:

Answer 7

• Project definition
• Outline business case
• Project product description
• Project approach
• Project management team structure
• Role description

Question 8

What activity triggers the request to initiate a project ?

Answer 8

Plan the initiation stage