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What is the definition of Project Management according to PMBoK?

The application of knowledge, skills, and tools to project activities to meet the project goals.

The application of knowledge, skills, and resources to project activities to meet the project objectives.

The application of knowledge, skills, and methods to project activities to meet the project targets.

The application of knowledge, skills, and techniques to project activities to meet the project requirements. (correct)

What is one of the reasons why projects can be complicated?

The lack of experience of the project manager.

The lack of communication between team members.

The inadequate planning and budgeting of the project.

The differences between the goals of the project and available resources. (correct)

What is one of the key competences of a project manager?

Negotiation and communication. (correct)

Technical and legal issues.

Time and economy management.

Social and financial management.

What is the relationship between the project and the structure of the organization?

The project is influenced by the organization structure. Signup and view all the answers

What is the iron triangle in project management?

Triple constraints: scope, cost, and time. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the international associations related to project management?

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of project scope management?

Defining project goals and objectives. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of resource allocation in project management?

Allocating and assigning resources to activities. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Executing Process Group?

To complete the work defined in the project management plan Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Define Scope process?

To develop a detailed description of the project and product Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a Performance Domain?

Stakeholder Management Signup and view all the answers

What is the number of project management processes?

49 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Monitoring and Controlling Process Group?

To track and review project progress and performance Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Project Life Cycle?

To divide the project into phases Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a Performance Domain?

Project Initiation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Closing Process Group?

To formally close or terminate the project Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a stakeholder in a project?

An individual, group or organization that may affect, be affected by, or perceive itself to be affected by a decision, activity, or outcome of a project Signup and view all the answers

Who is an internal stakeholder in a project?

Resource manager Signup and view all the answers

When should the process of identifying project stakeholders be performed?

At the start of each phase and when significant change in the project or the organization occurs Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the stakeholder register?

To store identification information of stakeholders Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of stakeholder?

Active customer Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of stakeholder management in a project?

To analyze stakeholder interests and influence Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of identifying stakeholders in a project?

To improve project success by understanding stakeholders' interests and influence Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for identifying stakeholders in a project?

Project manager Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction to Project Management

Project Management is about making things happen with humans in teams.
Definition: the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities to meet the project requirements and objectives (PMBoK).
Enables companies to execute projects efficiently.

The Iron Triangle

Project Management involves triple constraints: time, cost, and scope.

Project Managers

Manage projects efficiently.
Involved in legal, technical, social, and economical aspects.
Possess negotiation, communication, observation, and listening skills.

International Associations

ICB 4.0, OCB, and Excellence in Projects.
PMBoK.

Project Management Processes

49 processes in total.
Divided into 5 Process Groups: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing.

Performance Domains

7 Performance Domains: Stakeholder, Team, Development Approach and Life Cycle, Planning, Project Work, Delivery, Measurement, and Uncertainty.

Stakeholder Management

Definition: individuals, groups, or organizations that may affect or be affected by a project.
Internal stakeholders: Sponsor, Resource Manager, PMO, Program Manager, Team Member, and PM.
External stakeholders: Customers, End Users, Suppliers, Regulatory Bodies, and Competitors.
Identify stakeholders to analyze and document relevant information regarding their interests, involvement, interdependencies, influence, and potential impact on project success.

Stakeholder Register

Contains identification information: Name, Organizational Position, Location, Contact Details, and Role on the Project.

Identify Stakeholders

Process of identifying stakeholders regularly and analyzing their interests, involvement, interdependencies, influence, and potential impact on project success.

Scope and WBS

Define Scope: developing a detailed description of the project and product, describing boundaries and acceptance criteria.

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