SSCI-301: Project Management Final Revision Contents

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What is the definition of a program in the context of project management?

A set of unrelated projects

A single project with multiple objectives

A collection of stakeholder perspectives

A group of related projects (correct)

Who is responsible for high-level support of the projects?

Project manager

Project sponsor (correct)

Program manager

Stakeholder

What are stakeholders in the context of project management?

Entities that define the project scope

Entities that are affected by the project (correct)

Entities that fund the project

Entities that manage the project

What does project management involve?

Application of knowledge and skills to project activities Signup and view all the answers

What are the unique features of IS (Information Systems) projects?

Changing technological context and difficulty of hiring IS employees Signup and view all the answers

What does a portfolio refer to in project management?

A group of projects or programs to reach strategic objectives Signup and view all the answers

In which order do the project management process groups occur?

Initiating -> Planning -> Monitoring -> Executing -> Closing Signup and view all the answers

What are the 3 skills of a Project Manager mentioned in the text?

Leadership, Communication, Strategic and Business Management skills Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of a Generic Life Cycle mentioned in the text?

Probability of success is lowest at the end. Signup and view all the answers

Which life cycle focuses on rapid feedback and quick delivery of project subsets?

Agile life cycle Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a phase gate in project management?

To conduct a review of deliverables at the end of a phase. Signup and view all the answers

In what order do the phases of SDLC occur from scratch or maintenance?

Planning -> Analysis -> Design -> Implementation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Project Management Information System (PMIS)?

To support managing a project through manual and software tools. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is considered a failure factor in projects?

(Unrealistic expectations Signup and view all the answers

What is the degree to which objectives are achieved on time, budget, quality and scope known as in project success?

(Project Success Signup and view all the answers

What type of life cycle uses prototypes to gain feedback?

Iterative life cycle Signup and view all the answers

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