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What is a portfolio in project management?
What is a portfolio in project management?
- A collection of unrelated tasks
- A single project with a defined goal
- A management tool that holds multiple projects and programs (correct)
- A software to track project timelines
How does a program differ from a project?
How does a program differ from a project?
- A program is a temporary effort, while a project is ongoing.
- A program can only include similar types of projects.
- A program encompasses several related projects managed together. (correct)
- A program has no specific goals, unlike a project.
What is one characteristic of a project?
What is one characteristic of a project?
- It has a defined start and finish. (correct)
- It is an ongoing process without a clear endpoint.
- It includes multiple unrelated tasks.
- It involves permanent resources and teams.
Which approach is characterized by planning an entire project upfront?
Which approach is characterized by planning an entire project upfront?
What defines a product in project management?
What defines a product in project management?
Which of the following best describes project management?
Which of the following best describes project management?
What is a key purpose of managing projects as part of a portfolio?
What is a key purpose of managing projects as part of a portfolio?
What is the focus of traditional project management approaches?
What is the focus of traditional project management approaches?
What characterizes a predictive approach in project management?
What characterizes a predictive approach in project management?
In the adaptive approach, what is the primary focus of the development process?
In the adaptive approach, what is the primary focus of the development process?
Which project management approach is likely to combine detailed planning with flexibility?
Which project management approach is likely to combine detailed planning with flexibility?
What essential role does a project manager perform?
What essential role does a project manager perform?
Which scenario best fits the use of an adaptive approach?
Which scenario best fits the use of an adaptive approach?
What best describes a system for value delivery?
What best describes a system for value delivery?
In a hybrid project approach, which part is likely to follow a predictive method?
In a hybrid project approach, which part is likely to follow a predictive method?
What is the key advantage of the adaptive approach in project management?
What is the key advantage of the adaptive approach in project management?
Study Notes
Portfolio Management
- A portfolio is a collection of multiple projects, programs, and other work managed together to achieve overarching organizational goals.
- Examples of portfolio items include projects (e.g., iPhone development), programs (e.g., iOS software improvement), and other work (e.g., marketing campaigns).
Product and Program Definitions
- A product is a tangible or intangible outcome (final or part of a larger system) that is created, measured, and can be delivered to users.
- A program is a group of related projects, smaller programs, and activities managed together to achieve benefits that wouldn't be possible if they were managed separately.
Project Management
- Project management involves using knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to plan and guide a project towards its goals.
- Effective project management aims to achieve project success through efficient and effective work execution.
- Different approaches to project management include:
- Predictive Approach (Waterfall): Planned in detail upfront, with phases completed sequentially.
- Adaptive Approach (Agile): Flexible and iterative, with frequent adjustments based on feedback.
- Hybrid Approach: Combines elements of both predictive and adaptive methodologies.
Project Manager Role
- A project manager is responsible for leading a project team to achieve its objectives.
- Their responsibilities include planning, organizing, tracking progress, resolving issues, managing resources, and ensuring team collaboration.
System for Value Delivery
- A system for value delivery is a set of activities that a business deploys to create, maintain, and improve its ability to address customer needs and organizational goals.
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This quiz covers essential concepts of portfolio and project management, including definitions of portfolios, products, and programs. It also explores various approaches to effectively manage projects to achieve organizational goals. Assess your understanding of these key management principles.
