Project Management Processes And The Role Of The Project Manager Flashcards

1
Q

What is the primary role of a project manager?

A

To lead and manage the project to achieve its objectives within the constraints of time, cost, and quality.

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2
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True or False: There are 49 processes in project management.

A

True

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3
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Fill in the blank: The five process groups in project management are __________, Planning, Executing, Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing.

A

Initiating

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4
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What is the first process in the Initiating process group?

A

Develop Project Charter

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5
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Which process involves identifying stakeholders?

A

Identify Stakeholders

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What is the purpose of the Planning process group?

A

To establish the scope, objectives, and course of action for the project.

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7
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Name the process that defines the project scope.

A

Define Scope

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8
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Which process is responsible for creating the project schedule?

A

Develop Schedule

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9
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True or False: Risk management is part of the Planning process group.

A

True

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10
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What is the key outcome of the ‘Plan Risk Management’ process?

A

Risk management plan

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11
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Which process involves obtaining project resources?

A

Acquire Resources

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12
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What is the main focus of the Executing process group?

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To perform the work defined in the project management plan.

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13
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Name the process that involves managing stakeholder engagement.

A

Manage Stakeholder Engagement

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What is the purpose of the Monitoring and Controlling process group?

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To track, review, and regulate the progress and performance of the project.

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15
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Which process is used to measure project performance against the project management plan?

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Monitor and Control Project Work

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16
Q

What is the last process in the Closing process group?

A

Close Project or Phase

17
Q

True or False: ‘Perform Integrated Change Control’ is part of the Monitoring and Controlling process group.

18
Q

What is the purpose of the ‘Control Quality’ process?

A

To ensure that project deliverables meet the quality standards.

19
Q

Fill in the blank: The process of __________ involves assessing project performance and making adjustments as necessary.

A

Monitor and Control Project Work

20
Q

Which process addresses potential project risks?

A

Identify Risks

21
Q

What process involves documenting the project scope?

A

Create WBS (Work Breakdown Structure)

22
Q

What is the purpose of the ‘Estimate Costs’ process?

A

To estimate the financial resources required for the project.

23
Q

Which process involves developing the project budget?

A

Determine Budget

24
Q

What does the ‘Develop Team’ process focus on?

A

Improving team performance and enhancing team skills.

25
Name the process that ensures proper communication among stakeholders.
Manage Communications
26
What is the outcome of the 'Conduct Procurements' process?
Procurement contracts with vendors.
27
Fill in the blank: __________ is the process of tracking project performance and making adjustments.
Monitor and Control Project Work
28
Which process involves finalizing all activities to formally close the project?
Close Project or Phase