Project Management Basics Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of dividing projects into phases?

To limit stakeholder involvement

To increase manageability and reduce risk (correct)

To extend the duration of the project

To simplify team communication

What does the initial project plan, called a baseline plan, define?

Projected market value and competition

Agreed upon scope, schedule, and budget (correct)

The final outcome of the project

Funding sources and potential risks

What defines a project in the context of project management?

A collection of tasks with no specific goal

A permanent organization structure

A temporary endeavor with a unique purpose (correct)

An ongoing business operation

Which of the following best describes 'fast tracking' in project management?

Overlapping phases to shorten the project duration Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the top ten factors for IT project success?

Flexible Work Hours Signup and view all the answers

What should be the first step in the project life cycle?

Defining the project's overall goal Signup and view all the answers

Why do larger IT projects tend to have lower success rates?

They can become obsolete before completion due to rapid changes Signup and view all the answers

During which phase is the project plan actively executed?

Executing phase Signup and view all the answers

Why are phase exits, stage gates, or kill points important in project management?

They evaluate performance and make decisions regarding the project Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of project management?

To meet or exceed project requirements Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a question addressed by the project plan?

What licenses or certifications are needed? Signup and view all the answers

Which attribute indicates that a project has a specific lifespan?

Time Frame Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical reason organizations must choose among competing IT projects?

Due to limited organizational resources Signup and view all the answers

What must be actively managed throughout the project's execution phase?

Scope, schedule, budget, and people Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a project?

To accomplish a specific goal Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors contributes to the success of IT projects?

Minimized Scope Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for a project to operate in environments larger than itself?

It is subject to external influences and dependencies Signup and view all the answers

If the scope of a project increases, what must happen to the budget and schedule?

They must increase accordingly Signup and view all the answers

Which role is responsible for ensuring project management processes are followed?

Project Manager Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a project's goal?

It must be clearly defined and agreed upon Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes project resources?

They are essential for achieving the project's goals Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Project Integration Management?

Coordinating the development, execution, and control of the project plan Signup and view all the answers

What aspect is included in Project Scope Management?

Defining the work to be completed by the project team Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about project constraints?

Increasing scope has no effect on budget and schedule Signup and view all the answers

Which management area is responsible for ensuring the project stays on schedule?

Project Time Management Signup and view all the answers

Who may act as the champion for a project?

Project Sponsor Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of Project Quality Management?

Planning and developing a quality environment for the project Signup and view all the answers

What advantage does a Subject Matter Expert (SME) bring to a project?

They provide specific knowledge and expertise Signup and view all the answers

Project Human Resource Management primarily focuses on what?

Understanding and developing the project team Signup and view all the answers

Which management area deals with risks that can impact the project?

Project Risk Management Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Project Procurement Management?

To ensure resources are acquired properly Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of the Rapid Applications Development (RAD) approach?

It speeds up the development process Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an organizational strategy in relation to organizational goals?

To define and support organizational goals Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the Systems Development Life Cycle focuses on identifying the goal, scope, and resources needed?

Planning Signup and view all the answers

In the context of project success, what does MOV stand for?

Measurable Organizational Value Signup and view all the answers

What is the main outcome of the analysis phase in the Systems Development Life Cycle?

Documenting user requirements Signup and view all the answers

Which modeling techniques are used in the analysis phase to represent the current system?

Process-oriented, data-oriented, and/or object-oriented modeling techniques Signup and view all the answers

What is the key purpose of the design phase within the Systems Development Life Cycle?

To develop the logical design of the future system Signup and view all the answers

At what point in the project can its actual achievements be compared to the initial MOV?

At the end of the project Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of the Systems Development Life Cycle follows the planning phase?

Analysis Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of the Waterfall method?

It follows a sequential and structured approach. Signup and view all the answers

In the Waterfall model, when do programming activities start?

Only after the design phase is complete. Signup and view all the answers

What approach is the Rapid Applications Development (RAD) based on?

A less-structured approach to shorten development times. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary benefit of the prototyping approach in systems development?

It helps refine unclear requirements through user feedback. Signup and view all the answers

Which model provides a risk-oriented approach to software development?

Spiral Model Signup and view all the answers

When is the Spiral model particularly effective?

When dealing with new technologies and uncertain requirements. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of risk analysis in the Spiral Model?

To identify major risks and develop necessary prototypes. Signup and view all the answers

Which development approach is known for its fast-paced response to user needs?

Rapid Applications Development Signup and view all the answers

How does the Waterfall model view changes in project requirements?

It strictly limits changes once development begins. Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of using the Waterfall method in software development?

It does not accommodate evolving user needs easily. Signup and view all the answers