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What is a key characteristic of a project?
What is a key characteristic of a project?
- Projects can be completed without any resource planning.
- Projects involve a unique set of tasks. (correct)
- Projects are always completed with a fixed team.
- Projects are typically of an indefinite duration.
Which of the following best describes the time-cost-quality triangle in project management?
Which of the following best describes the time-cost-quality triangle in project management?
- Higher cost guarantees the best quality outcomes.
- Balancing these three elements is crucial for project success. (correct)
- Increasing quality will always reduce time required.
- All three elements can be altered independently without impact.
What does resource planning in project management typically include?
What does resource planning in project management typically include?
- Identifying necessary people, equipment, and raw materials. (correct)
- Only budgeting for equipment costs.
- Waiting until the project starts to assess resource needs.
- Focusing solely on information technology resources.
What role does a project manager play in a project team?
What role does a project manager play in a project team?
Which factors must be continually balanced throughout the project lifecycle?
Which factors must be continually balanced throughout the project lifecycle?
Why do projects require leadership?
Why do projects require leadership?
What is typically required for successful execution of project activities?
What is typically required for successful execution of project activities?
In project management, why is it essential to work with a team of diverse skills?
In project management, why is it essential to work with a team of diverse skills?
Which of the following best describes a project?
Which of the following best describes a project?
The time-cost-quality triangle illustrates the trade-offs between which three aspects?
The time-cost-quality triangle illustrates the trade-offs between which three aspects?
What is a primary challenge faced by project managers in global projects?
What is a primary challenge faced by project managers in global projects?
Why must project managers be aware of management techniques concerning change?
Why must project managers be aware of management techniques concerning change?
What does the definition of a project emphasize in terms of resources?
What does the definition of a project emphasize in terms of resources?
When faced with building similar structures in different locations, which factor is most likely to change?
When faced with building similar structures in different locations, which factor is most likely to change?
Which statement best conveys the significance of project dynamics?
Which statement best conveys the significance of project dynamics?
What is a primary factor that defines a project?
What is a primary factor that defines a project?
Which of the following best describes a multi-country multi-company multidisciplinary project?
Which of the following best describes a multi-country multi-company multidisciplinary project?
In the context of projects, what does the term 'resources' typically refer to?
In the context of projects, what does the term 'resources' typically refer to?
What role does a project manager often play in their team dynamics?
What role does a project manager often play in their team dynamics?
Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between time, cost, and quality in project management?
Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between time, cost, and quality in project management?
What complexity level is represented by a project involving multiple companies across several countries?
What complexity level is represented by a project involving multiple companies across several countries?
Which project mentioned involves compliance with scientific and legal procedures?
Which project mentioned involves compliance with scientific and legal procedures?
What is one of the main responsibilities of a project manager overseeing the development of a retail complex?
What is one of the main responsibilities of a project manager overseeing the development of a retail complex?
Flashcards
Project Definition
Project Definition
A project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result.
Project Uniqueness
Project Uniqueness
Each project is different, requiring a tailored approach, unlike routine tasks.
Project Constraints
Project Constraints
Projects have limitations in time, cost, and quality, which are interconnected.
Project Management Goal
Project Management Goal
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Project Activities
Project Activities
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Project Resources
Project Resources
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Project Leadership
Project Leadership
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Project Team Diversity
Project Team Diversity
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What is a project?
What is a project?
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Project Characteristics
Project Characteristics
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Project Complexity
Project Complexity
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Project Outcome
Project Outcome
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Project Management
Project Management
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Project Success
Project Success
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Project Team
Project Team
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Project Change
Project Change
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In-house Project
In-house Project
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Project Manager's Role
Project Manager's Role
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Study Notes
Introduction to Project
- Projects have been used since the end of World War II to solve technological, economic, and social problems.
- Projects are temporary endeavors to create a unique product or service.
- Projects vary in complexity, from single-discipline, in-house projects to multi-country, multi-company projects.
Project Definition
- Project Management Institute defines a project as a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product or service.
- A project is a connected sequence of activities with specific and unique outcomes.
- Projects operate within time, cost, and quality constraints and often aim to introduce change.
Project Characteristics
- Projects have a specific start and finish.
- Projects have a life cycle, with distinct phases.
- Projects require budgeting.
- Each project's activities are non-repetitive.
- Projects utilize various resources (people, materials, etc.).
- Projects need leadership for coordination and direction.
- All projects have a single point of responsibility for the project's success or failure.
Levels of Planning
- Strategic planning (long-term, high-level goals and objectives)
- Tactical planning (medium-term, specific objectives for departments)
- Operational planning (daily/weekly execution of tasks and activities)
Project Development
- Identification and screening of project ideas.
- Preparation and analysis (pre-feasibility and feasibility studies).
- The feasibility report contains analyses of market, technical, organizational, financial, economic, social and environmental aspects relating to the project.
- Alternative analysis for various solutions or course of action for the project.
Project Management Skills
- Project managers need to manage geographically distant teams.
- Project managers need to manage teams with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Project managers need teams with varying skill sets that must collaborate effectively, and understand the project's expectations.
Project Documentation
- Executive summary
- Target audience and learning outcomes
- Project details
- Key roles and responsibilities
- Project timelines
- Budget and costs
- Contingency plans
- Communication strategy
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Record keeping
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