Professional Practice & Standards - Week 2
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Which project management methodology focuses on flexibility and iterative progress?

  • Critical Path Method
  • Six Sigma
  • Waterfall
  • Agile (correct)

Which of the following project management methodologies is most associated with the concept of continuous improvement?

  • PRINCE2
  • Lean (correct)
  • Spiral
  • Scrum

Which methodology uses a structured approach to define and manage a project’s schedule and resources?

  • Extreme Programming
  • Adaptive
  • Critical Chain Project Management (correct)
  • Scrum

In project management, what is the primary purpose of a project life cycle?

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What is a defining characteristic of the Agile methodology?

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Which of the following methodologies is best known for its use in software development?

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Which approach is characterized by strict stages and is considered a traditional project management method?

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Which project management framework is designed to manage complex projects by focusing on the dependencies?

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What is the primary focus of Agile methodologies?

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Which of the following statements best describes a characteristic of Agile?

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What do Agile projects prioritize when facing changes in requirements?

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What is indicated by the Agile manifesto's statement ‘Working Software Over Comprehensive Documentation’?

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Which principle is emphasized in Agile regarding team dynamics?

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What is a key benefit of the Agile approach in terms of market adaptability?

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In Agile, what is meant by ‘Just Enough Ceremony’?

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What does Agile encourage teams to prioritize during a project?

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How often do Agile teams typically conduct retrospectives?

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Which of the following is NOT a focus of Agile methodology?

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Which project management methodology emphasizes a value-driven approach and iterative development?

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In project management methodologies, what is the main goal of using Kanban?

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Which project management approach is known for its focus on continuous delivery and customer collaboration?

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What is the primary focus of the PMI PMBOK framework?

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What is a defining feature of the Rapid Application Development (RAD) methodology?

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Which project management framework focuses on minimizing waste and integrating continuous improvement?

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What is a common characteristic of the Spiral model in project management?

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Which project management methodology is specifically designed for software development and emphasizes test-driven development?

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What is the main emphasis of Agile methodologies regarding project planning?

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Which of the following reflects a principle of the Agile Manifesto?

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How do self-organizing teams contribute to the Agile methodology?

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What is a key benefit of incremental delivery in Agile projects?

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What does the principle 'Just Enough Ceremony' in Agile imply?

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Which statement best describes Agile's approach toward project documentation?

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Which aspect of Agile encourages frequent team discussions on project progress?

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What is a key feature of the Agile development process?

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In Agile, what is the primary reason teams focus on rapid feedback?

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What role does quality play in the Agile delivery model?

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Project Management

A structured approach to planning, executing, and closing a project, addressing problems, and defining the project completion criteria.

Agile Methodology

An iterative approach to project management that emphasizes flexibility and responding to change, in contrast to a fixed, prescriptive method.

Project Life Cycle

A series of distinct phases that projects go through, from initiation to closure.

Critical Path

The sequence of project tasks that need to be done on time so the whole project can be finished on time.

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Six Sigma

A project management method emphasizing high quality and reducing defects.

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Waterfall Methodology

A sequential approach to project management where each phase must be completed before the next can begin.

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Project Management Methodologies

Different approaches to controlling projects, like Agile, Waterfall, and Critical Path.

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Problem Solving in Project Management

Identifying project problems, deciding how to resolve them, and defining the completion of the project

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Agile Manifesto

A set of guiding principles for agile projects, emphasizing flexibility and collaboration over rigid processes.

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Agile Project

A project that follows the principles of the Agile Manifesto, emphasizing flexibility and adaptation.

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Iterative & Incremental Development

Building software in small, manageable steps (increments), each improving on the previous one.

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Collaboration

Working together effectively as a team, including frequent communication and feedback.

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Self-Organizing Teams

Teams empowered to make decisions and solve problems without extensive managerial oversight.

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Just-Enough Ceremony

Only creating documents that are absolutely necessary; meetings are structured with clear goals and durations.

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High-Quality Software

A core value in Agile; prioritizing quality throughout the development process.

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Stakeholder Satisfaction

Prioritize understanding and meeting the needs of people involved in or affected by the project.

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Rapid Feedback

Gathering user feedback quickly to adapt to changing needs and preferences.

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What is project management?

Project management is a structured approach to planning, executing, and closing a project, addressing problems, and defining the project completion criteria. It involves defining the project scope, setting goals, and assigning resources to achieve those goals.

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Agile

Agile is an iterative approach to project management emphasizing flexibility and responding to change. It allows for adapting the plan as new information becomes available.

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Waterfall

Waterfall is a sequential approach to project management where each phase must be completed before the next can begin. It's more structured and less adaptable.

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Scrum

Scrum is a popular Agile framework that uses short iterations (sprints) to develop software. It emphasizes team collaboration, frequent feedback, and continuous improvement.

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Kanban

Kanban is a workflow management method that visualizes tasks in a board format. It emphasizes continuous flow and minimizing work-in-progress.

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Extreme Programming

Extreme Programming (XP) is an Agile methodology that emphasizes pairing programmers, writing unit tests constantly, and delivering working software frequently.

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Working Software Over Comprehensive Documentation

Agile methodology emphasizes delivering a functional product over extensive documentation, as working software provides tangible value and feedback.

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Customer Collaboration Over Contract Negotiation

Prioritizing ongoing collaboration with customers to adapt to changing needs and ensuring their satisfaction over strictly adhering to formal agreements.

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Responding to Change Over Following a Plan

Embracing change and flexibility by adapting to new information and refining the plan instead of rigidly sticking to the initial plan.

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Benefits of Agile

Agile methodologies offer several benefits, including increased productivity, improved stakeholder satisfaction, rapid feedback, faster time to market, clear acceptance criteria, and enhanced employee engagement.

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What are some key differences between agile and traditional project management methods?

Agile emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and iterative development, while traditional approaches are more structured, plan-driven, and tend to emphasize upfront documentation.

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Study Notes

Professional Practice & Standards - Week 2

  • The presentation is about professional practice and standards, specifically project management methodologies.
  • The presenter is Dr. Muath Abu Arqoub, PMP, from Bond University.
  • The course week is week 2.

Project Management Methodologies

  • The presentation details various project management methodologies.
  • The methodologies are displayed in a matrix format, showing Agile, PRINCE2, Critical Path Method, Adaptive Project Framework, PRISM, Critical Chain Project Management, PMI PMBOK, Scrum, Kanban, Spiral, Six Sigma, Waterfall, Lean, Extreme Programming, New Product Introduction, Packaged Enabled Reengineering, Rational Unified Process, Crystal, and Outcome Mapping.

Project Definition

  • Project is defined as a temporary endeavor with a specific and unique goal, often with a budget.

Project Life Cycle

  • The project life cycle has stages including Initiation, Planning, Execution, Controlling, and Closure.
  • Initiation: Define the project scope and objectives.
  • Planning: Develop a project plan including work, resources, schedule, and process.
  • Execution: Carry out the activities outlined in the plan.
  • Controlling: Monitor progress, identify issues and take corrective actions.
  • Closure: Finalize project activities and formally close the project or phase.

Project Management Questions

  • The presentation discusses questions for project management:
    • What problem are you solving?
    • How are you going to solve this?
    • What's your plan? (includes work, resources, schedule, and process).
    • How will you know when you are done? (Quantifiable and measurable success criteria).
    • How will the project go?

Agile Methodology

  • Agile is a family of product development methodologies.
  • It emphasizes iterative cycles with continuous planning, collaboration, and delivery.
  • The Agile Manifesto values individuals and interactions, working software, customer collaboration, and responding to change over processes and tools, comprehensive documentation, contract negotiation, and following a plan.
  • Agile projects are consistent with the Agile Manifesto. Agile prioritizes adaptability to change.
  • Agile focuses on short-term planning, incremental development, and quick feedback cycles.

Agile Manifesto Key Principles

  • Individuals and interactions over processes and tools
  • Working software over comprehensive documentation
  • Customer collaboration over contract negotiation
  • Responding to change over following a plan

Agile Explained

  • Iterative and incremental development where each increment builds on previous iterations.
  • Highly collaborative
  • Self-organizing teams that are able to find solutions.
  • Just Enough Ceremony: Limiting meetings and documentation to what's necessary to avoid wasting time.
  • High-quality software
  • Meets stakeholder needs.
  • Adaptable to change

Benefits of Agile

  • Higher productivity and lower cost
  • Improved stakeholder satisfaction
  • Faster time to market
  • Clear set of acceptance criteria
  • Improved employee engagement

Scrum Framework

  • The presentation includes details on the Scrum Framework, a specific Agile methodology .
  • The presentation includes various elements like the Product Owner, The Team, Sprint, Sprint Retrospective, Burndown/up Charts, and Daily Scrum Meeting

PMBOK's Process

  • Initiation, Planning, Execution, Controlling, and Closure are also fundamental processes in project management.

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This quiz covers project management methodologies discussed in Week 2 of the Professional Practice & Standards course led by Dr. Muath Abu Arqoub. It includes various frameworks such as Agile, PRINCE2, and Waterfall, among others, highlighting each methodology's unique features and stages in the project life cycle.

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