Fundamentals Of Project Management Flashcards
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Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of integrated change control in project management?
Answer: Reviewing, approving, and managing changes to project documents, deliverables, and baselines
Integrated change control ensures that all change requests are reviewed and approved before any modification to the project baselines.
What is the primary goal of the project closing process?
Answer: Formally finalize all project activities, obtain acceptance, and archive project records
The closing process formally completes the project by obtaining final acceptance, releasing resources, and capturing lessons learned.
In project management, what is a 'deliverable'?
Answer: Any unique and verifiable product, result, or capability produced as an outcome of a project
A deliverable is a tangible or intangible output that must be produced to complete the project or a phase of the project.
Which communication method is MOST appropriate for complex technical issues requiring immediate clarification?
Answer: Interactive communication such as meetings or phone calls
Interactive communication (real-time, two-way) is best for complex or urgent issues that need immediate feedback and clarification.
What does 'gold plating' mean in the context of project management?
Answer: Adding extra features or quality beyond what was specified without a change request
Gold plating is the practice of delivering more than what was agreed upon, which consumes resources without adding approved value.
A project manager is conducting a stakeholder analysis. Which tool BEST helps visualize stakeholders based on their level of power and interest?
Answer: Power/Interest Grid
The Power/Interest Grid categorizes stakeholders by their authority and level of concern, helping determine engagement strategies.
What is the key difference between quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) in project management?
Answer: QA focuses on auditing processes to ensure they are followed; QC focuses on inspecting deliverables for defects
QA is process-oriented (are we following the right processes?) while QC is product-oriented (does the output meet requirements?).