Project Management Quiz

<p>Background/ rationale, Objectives and methodology, Empirical research/ assessment, Key findings, Recommendations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Financial analysis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To develop a virtual library specialized in project management from Romania. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Launching a marketing campaign for a new product. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>EU funds. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Marketing expert. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Complying with public procurement rules. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Selection of library resources. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>3 months. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Preventing sub-teams from working independently and becoming isolated. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Project Workshop (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To establish a shared understanding of the project and its goals. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sub-team Meeting (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Project Meeting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tenure in the organization vs. level achieved (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reducing the overall duration of a project (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Project Kick-off Meeting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>High rates of promotion within the organization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The manager's tenure within the organization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide a comprehensive strategy for communication activities throughout the project lifecycle. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Consultative (C1) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Transactional (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Subordinates are self-motivated. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Relationship Theories (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Charismatic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To foster individual growth and potential. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Collaborative (G2) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ability to inspire and motivate through charm and persuasion. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Accountable (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Offer information or expertise related to the task (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One person can perform multiple roles, and multiple people can fulfill the same role. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Provides a clear understanding of who is responsible for each task and how it should be performed. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To clarify who is ultimately responsible for the successful completion of each task and who has the authority to approve it. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Informed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps to prevent overload and underload of team members by clarifying responsibilities. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The transition from a functional hierarchy to a project-based organization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A framework for designing project-based organizations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Flexibility (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Previous research by the authors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Changes in the external context of organizations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This transition requires careful planning and consideration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To illustrate the five elements of the Star Model and how they relate to the functional hierarchy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The success of organizational change depends on the alignment between internal and external factors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The interplay of social factors and psychology affecting team management.

The grading breakdown for the course: exam (40%), seminar and team project (40%), interim (20%).

Students must attend at least 7 out of 14 classes or seminars.

Each team must prepare a presentation including background, objectives, methodology, findings, and recommendations.

Students must score at least a 5 on the team project, interim evaluation, and final exam to pass.

Key stages of the project include initial analysis, technical design, resource selection, pilot implementation, and launch.

The phase assessing beneficiary needs and existing libraries, evaluating current resources.

The phase focused on programming and detailing the virtual library's architecture.

Choosing books and materials based on market analysis and relevance to management.

Testing the library with feedback collection and adjustments based on user experience.

The final phase where the virtual library goes public along with a marketing campaign.

A visual representation showing roles, relationships, and responsibilities within the project team.

Specific issues related to human resource allocation in EU-funded projects, including legal and procurement experts.

Decisions made using existing information without team input.

Leader consults the team for specific information before deciding.

Leader gathers individual opinions but maintains final decision-making.

Group discussion occurs, but the leader still makes the final decision.

Leader works with the team to achieve group consensus.

Focuses on supervision, organization, and performance management through rewards.

Leaders inspire and motivate group members to achieve their potential.

Leaders use charm and persuasive communication to motivate others.

The person who owns the problem/project/activity.

The person who approves and signs off on work before it becomes effective.

A person who provides resources or a supporting role in implementation.

A person who provides information and expertise necessary for the project.

A person who needs to be notified of results but doesn't need to be consulted.

A tool that clarifies roles and responsibilities among project team members.

Each task should have one accountable person to avoid confusion.

A role is a descriptor for tasks, and many can fulfill one role.

Managers promoted quickly within their organization.

Managers who have satisfied subordinates and high-performing units.

Managers with an average score in a research study.

Calculated by a manager's level divided by tenure.

Based on performance quality and subordinate satisfaction.

A direct communication between a project manager and a team member.

A one-way briefing for the project team, lasting 2-3 hours.

Involves communication among the project team and stakeholders, potentially taking 1-2 days.

A plan that describes how project communications will be structured and controlled.

Reflects the advantages and challenges of different meeting types.

A structured organization model where roles are divided into specific functions.

Benefits provided by a functional hierarchy, like cohesion and culture.

An organizational form that emphasizes project execution over traditional hierarchical structures.

A framework for designing organizations by focusing on five key elements.

Six advantages identified by Turner and Keegan that functional hierarchies provide to organizations.

The degree to which members of an organization work together effectively and harmoniously.

Key components that determine an organization’s structure and functioning, particularly in project-based setups.

The fit between internal structures and external contexts impacting organizational effectiveness.