Project Management - Qp4

15 Questions | By Jacksonmatthews | Updated: Mar 20, 2022 | Attempts: 269

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1.

The Project Implementation phase is the stage in which a project is launched, and consequently, this phase is often described as the action phase of the project cycle, whether or not a project ultimately succeeds depends on how well the project is implemented.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
2.

Project preparation begins with a list of steps which the project team should apply before starting the project tasks. For example, in the case of material supplies part of project preparation would involve:- (Select Four)
- A.
  
  Reviewing a project's resources requirements as defined by the Strategy Framework.
- B.
  
  Checking their availability.
- C.
  
  Who best suites the demands of the task.
- D.
  
  Finding suitable alternatives in the event of shortages.
- E.
  
  Ensure that the project team knows what is required from each person in this regard.
3.

A more flexible approach can be adopted in cases where projects are likely to change as the project evolves, for example _____ - ______ projects such as teaching management skills.
- A.
  
  People-Centred
- B.
  
  Interpersonal difficulties.
- C.
  
  Task failures
4.

The project team, managing a project during the implementation phase, has a number of duties to perform to ensure that a project is launched successfully, namely:- (Select Three)
- A.
  
  They must be in control of the work or activities in progress.
- B.
  
  They must ensure that everyone involved is kept informed of all the relevant events taking place.
- C.
  
  They must ensure that a smooth transition takes place between the Project Planning phase. and the Implementation phase.
- D.
  
  Finding suitable alternatives in the event of shortages.
5.

A project manager is expected to be a listener, informer and leader.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
6.

There are roles or skills applied throughout the project cycle, especially during the three stages of project control, namely:- (Select Three)
- A.
  
  Regulating progress.
- B.
  
  Skills Development
- C.
  
  Applying standards.
- D.
  
  Monitoring performance.
7.

It is not important to set a criteria or standards against which a project's progress can be measured.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
8.

There are also other charts which can be used to monitor project standards name:- (Select Three)
- A.
  
  Preparation Control Chart.
- B.
  
  Events Control Chart.
- C.
  
  Budget Control Chart.
- D.
  
  Regulating Chart.
9.

Monitoring _______ the progress of a project as it is implemented and provides an early warning to project management about potential or developing problems, and therefore confirms the satisfactory progress of a project.
- A.
  
  Measures
- B.
  
  Compares
- C.
  
  Manage
- D.
  
  Ensures
10.

Poor evaluations can lead to ill-preparation which can further result in a project's failure, as data is not understood, it becomes complicated or is irrelevant then an evaluation can be a waste of time.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
11.

When regulating a project a number of conditions should be kept in mind, namely:- (Select Three)
- A.
  
  That the applied monitoring and evaluatory techniques or approaches be as simple as possible and have the commitment of those involved in the project.
- B.
  
  That important or relevant types of data required are clearly identified beforehand and closely correlated with the task objectives defined in the Project Identification stage.
- C.
  
  Consider how this change could affect the project's final outcome.
- D.
  
  That the collection and evaluation of such information is not excessive in terms of financial costs and time.
12.

If a project falls behind the regulating time schedule, project management will have to consider whether to:- (Select Two)
- A.
  
  Consider how this change could affect the project's final outcome.
- B.
  
  Provide additional incentives, such as higher wages for shorter task times completed.
- C.
  
  Increase the overall budget so that more labour or skills can be hired for the remainder of the project.