Project Management Unit 2: Project Proposal and Life Cycle
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What is the purpose of a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in project management?

  • To define quality standards for the project
  • To break down the project into manageable tasks for better planning and resource allocation (correct)
  • To provide a visual representation of the project team's hierarchy
  • To outline the budgeting process for the project
  • Which document outlines the definition of each element contained in the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)?

  • Deliverables List
  • WBS Dictionary (correct)
  • Project Scope
  • Executive Summary
  • What is the purpose of a Work Breakdown Structure in project planning?

  • To provide a hierarchical outline of tasks required to complete a project (correct)
  • To estimate the total cost of the project
  • To define the objectives and scope of the project
  • To list tasks and milestones within a project
  • What do project milestones represent?

    <p>Significant points in time during the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a deliverable in the context of project management?

    <p>The results of a project, such as a product, service, or report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of a Human Resource Plan in a project?

    <p>Utilization and management of human resources in the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In project management, what does the term 'milestone' signify?

    <p>The end of one project phase and the beginning of the next</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ISO standard is related to Food Safety?

    <p>ISO 22000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a Project Scope differ from Deliverables in a project?

    <p>Project Scope outlines parameters while Deliverables are the expected results</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are considered stakeholders in a project?

    <p>Anyone with a vested right in the project—team members, customers, etc.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key purpose of project planning according to the text?

    <p>To define objectives, scope, goals, deliverables, milestones, and assign tasks and resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the Project Life Cycle according to the text?

    <p>Project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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