CAS Strategic Planning and Decision Making

Question 1

What are the five phases of project management?

Accepted Answer

Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring and Controlling, Closing

Answer

The five process groups defined by PMI provide a standard framework for managing projects from start to finish.

Question 2

What is a critical path in project management?

Accepted Answer

The longest sequence of dependent tasks that determines project duration

Answer

The critical path identifies the sequence of tasks that directly affects the project completion date — any delay on these tasks delays the entire project.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a work breakdown structure (WBS)?

Accepted Answer

To decompose the project into smaller, manageable work packages

Answer

A WBS hierarchically breaks down the total scope of work into smaller, defined deliverables that can be planned and managed.

Question 4

What is scope creep?

Accepted Answer

Uncontrolled expansion of project scope without corresponding adjustments

Answer

Scope creep occurs when additional requirements are added without adjusting timeline, budget, or resources, potentially jeopardizing the project.

Question 5

Why is stakeholder management important in projects?

Accepted Answer

Because stakeholder support and engagement are critical to project success

Answer

Identifying and managing stakeholder expectations helps ensure support, resources, and alignment with project goals.

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CAS Strategic Planning and Decision Making