CPT Project Planning & Execution 2

Question 1

During project scoping for a performance improvement initiative, a PT discovers that stakeholders have conflicting definitions of success. What is the BEST first step?

Accepted Answer

Facilitate a consensus-building session to align stakeholders on measurable outcomes

Answer

Aligning stakeholders on measurable outcomes early prevents scope creep and ensures the project addresses the right problem.

Question 2

Which project planning document formally authorizes a performance improvement project and identifies the project manager's authority?

Accepted Answer

Project charter

Answer

A project charter formally authorizes the project and grants the project manager authority to apply resources.

Question 3

A CPT is managing a leadership development program rollout across 12 regional offices. Which scheduling tool best visualizes task dependencies and the critical path?

Accepted Answer

Gantt chart with linked tasks

Answer

A Gantt chart with linked tasks visually displays task dependencies and allows identification of the critical path.

Question 4

A performance technologist must estimate project costs before detailed scope is finalized. Which estimating technique is MOST appropriate at this stage?

Accepted Answer

Analogous estimating

Answer

Analogous estimating uses historical data from similar projects to produce rough estimates when details are scarce.

Question 5

During execution of a training rollout, a key subject matter expert unexpectedly leaves the organization. This is best categorized as which type of project risk event?

Accepted Answer

Resource risk

Answer

Loss of a key subject matter expert is a resource risk because it affects the availability of personnel needed to complete the project.

(CPT) Certified Performance Technologist Practice Test

(CPT) Certified Performance Technologist Practice Test

CPT Project Planning & Execution 2