Question 1

It is generally neither necessary nor useful to have every single function represented on the core project team,as that would make communications and scheduling meetings more difficult.

Accepted Answer

It is more efficient to have only the most essential functions represented on the core project team in order to streamline communication and scheduling meetings. Including every function could result in unnecessary delays and complications.

Question 2

Project planning teams use project life cycle models because various types of projects have differing demands.Which of the following sequences of stages is most appropriate for a life cycle model for construction projects?

Accepted Answer

The sequence of stages in option C, beginning with pre-planning, followed by design, procurement, construction, and start-up, is the most appropriate for a life cycle model for construction projects. Other stages, such as concept definition, demonstration, and production, are more suited for industries outside of construction. The stages in option D are suitable for software development projects. The sequence of stages in option A is related to the Six Sigma methodology and is not directly applicable to construction projects.

Question 3

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with a functional organization?

Accepted Answer

A functional organization is characterized by reporting lines according to type of work and areas of specialization. Clear lines of authority and a single supervisor are also common features. However, resources may not be easily shared between departments and projects in a functional organization, as they may be focused on their specific area of specialization.

Question 4

In agile projects,the individual who leads in a collaborative manner by guiding teams and removing obstacles to their progress is called the:

Accepted Answer

The role described in the question is that of a scrum master. The scrum master is responsible for leading the team in an agile project by removing obstacles and guiding the team in a collaborative manner. The project manager is responsible for the overall management of the project, while the sponsor provides funding and support. A facilitator is someone who helps to guide a group in a discussion or decision-making process, but is not necessarily a leader in an agile project.

Question 5

Which of the following organizational structures runs contrary to the unity of command principle - that each employee works for a single supervisor?​

Accepted Answer

In a matrix organization structure, employees work on different projects or tasks with different supervisors, which violates the unity of command principle.

Question 6

The project life cycle where project teams plan in short bursts (generally of one to four weeks),often called sprints or iterations,is referred to as _________:

Accepted Answer

The project life cycle where project teams plan in short bursts (generally of one to four weeks), often called sprints or iterations, is referred to as adaptive, change-driven project life cycle. This type of project life cycle is used in agile project management methodologies, which typically focus on responding to change and delivering working software in incremental stages.

Question 7

Which of the following organizational structures is designed to achieve a balance of task focus and technical capability?​

Accepted Answer

The matrix organization is designed to achieve a balance of task focus and technical capability by bringing together employees from various functional areas to work on cross-functional projects while still maintaining their respective technical expertise in their functional areas. This structure allows for a more efficient use of resources and expertise while also promoting collaboration and teamwork. The other options, functional organization, projectized organization, and siloed organization, do not have the same focus on balancing task and technical capabilities.

Question 8

Which of the following is an advantage associated with managing projects in a functional organization?​

Accepted Answer

In a functional organization, the unity of command is maintained, which means that each employee has only one supervisor and receives clear directives, leading to better coordination and fewer conflicts.

Question 9

Which of the following is a disadvantage associated with managing projects in a projectized organization?​

Accepted Answer

In a projectized organization, resources are dedicated to projects, which can lead to periods of underutilization and idle time between projects for team members. This is because their work is highly dependent on the project's timeline and scope, and there may not always be tasks available for them to work on.

Question 10

All of the following are advantages associated with managing projects in a projectized organization EXCEPT:​

Accepted Answer

The option "Workers know they will still have a job when they finish work on a project" is not an advantage associated with managing projects in a projectized organization as it is a standard expectation in any organization, regardless of the type of management approach used.

Question 11

Project planning teams use project life cycle models because various types of projects have differing demands.Which of the following sequences of stages is most appropriate for a life cycle model for research and development (R & D)projects?

Accepted Answer

The stages of idea generation, idea screening, concept development, validation, and transition fit well with the research and development (R&D) projects which involve generating new ideas, testing them, developing a concept, validating it, and transitioning it into production or use. The other options do not align with the typical phases of R&D projects.

Question 12

During project execution,the project sponsor's responsibilities include all of these EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The project sponsor is responsible for ensuring communications, nurturing key stakeholders, and ensuring quality. Chartering the project, however, is an activity that typically occurs before the execution phase, marking the official start of the project.

Question 13

Which of the following is an advantage associated with the matrix organization?​

Accepted Answer

The matrix organization allows for increased knowledge transfer between projects as employees work on multiple projects and have exposure to different teams and departments. This can lead to a greater exchange of ideas and best practices. Unity of command and shorter response times are not necessarily advantages of the matrix organization, and D is actually a disadvantage as it can make monitoring and control difficult.

Question 14

According to PMI's "Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct",project managers should exhibit all of the following behaviors EXCEPT:​

Accepted Answer

According to PMI's "Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct", project managers should not exert economic and political power but should instead lead with respect and empathy. Therefore, option A is incorrect. The other options, fairness, honesty, and responsibility are true behaviors that project managers should exhibit.

Question 15

Which of the following executive roles is responsible for overall priority setting,project selection and prioritization,general guidance and encouragement?

Accepted Answer

The Steering Team is responsible for overall priority setting, project selection and prioritization, and providing general guidance and encouragement.

Question 16

Through shared values,organizational cultures can informally do all the following EXCEPT:​

Accepted Answer

Organizational culture cannot completely eliminate politics in the workplace as it is rooted in human behavior and power dynamics. However, a strong culture can minimize the negative effects of politics and promote transparency and ethical behavior.

Question 17

Projectized organizations often adopt which of the following techniques where project team members are physically placed close to one another to improve communications and working relationships?​

Accepted Answer

Co-location refers to physically placing project team members in close proximity to each other, typically in the same location or workspace. This improves communication and allows team members to work more closely and collaborate more effectively. Collaboration, coordination, and consolidation are related concepts, but they do not specifically refer to the physical proximity of team members.

Question 18

Team members on agile projects need strong direction from the sponsor and project manager.

Accepted Answer

Agile projects prioritize self-organizing teams and collaboration, which means that team members are empowered to make decisions and take ownership of their work. While they may still need guidance and support from the sponsor and project manager, it's important to recognize their autonomy and avoid micromanaging them.

Question 19

When trying to understand a corporate culture,it is helpful to understand the types of power that are used.In "power cultures":​

Accepted Answer

In "power cultures," supervisors or a central figure often exert significant economic and political power, influencing decisions and directions of the organization. This type of culture is characterized by control from the top and less by collaborative or democratic processes.

Question 20

Some organizational culture characteristics make project success more likely.These characteristics include all of the following EXCEPT:​

Accepted Answer

The lack of appreciation for project management would not make project success more likely. In fact, it would likely hinder project success as project management is essential for guiding and executing projects effectively. Collaboration to meet organizational goals, engagement of stakeholders, and teamwork across cultures are all characteristics that would contribute to project success.

Quiz 4: Organizational Capability: Structure, Culture and Roles

It is generally neither necessary nor useful to have every single function represented on the core project team,as that would make communications and scheduling meetings more difficult.

Project planning teams use project life cycle models because various types of projects have differing demands.Which of the following sequences of stages is most appropriate for a life cycle model for construction projects?

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with a functional organization?

In agile projects,the individual who leads in a collaborative manner by guiding teams and removing obstacles to their progress is called the:

Which of the following organizational structures runs contrary to the unity of command principle - that each employee works for a single supervisor?

The project life cycle where project teams plan in short bursts (generally of one to four weeks) ,often called sprints or iterations,is referred to as _________:

Which of the following organizational structures is designed to achieve a balance of task focus and technical capability?

Which of the following is an advantage associated with managing projects in a functional organization?

Which of the following is a disadvantage associated with managing projects in a projectized organization?

All of the following are advantages associated with managing projects in a projectized organization EXCEPT:

Project planning teams use project life cycle models because various types of projects have differing demands.Which of the following sequences of stages is most appropriate for a life cycle model for research and development (R & D) projects?

During project execution,the project sponsor's responsibilities include all of these EXCEPT:

Which of the following is an advantage associated with the matrix organization?

According to PMI's "Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct",project managers should exhibit all of the following behaviors EXCEPT:

Which of the following executive roles is responsible for overall priority setting,project selection and prioritization,general guidance and encouragement?

Through shared values,organizational cultures can informally do all the following EXCEPT:

Projectized organizations often adopt which of the following techniques where project team members are physically placed close to one another to improve communications and working relationships?

Team members on agile projects need strong direction from the sponsor and project manager.

When trying to understand a corporate culture,it is helpful to understand the types of power that are used.In "power cultures":

Some organizational culture characteristics make project success more likely.These characteristics include all of the following EXCEPT:

Quiz 4: Organizational Capability: Structure, Culture and Roles

It is generally neither necessary nor useful to have every single function represented on the core project team,as that would make communications and scheduling meetings more difficult.

Project planning teams use project life cycle models because various types of projects have differing demands.Which of the following sequences of stages is most appropriate for a life cycle model for construction projects?

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with a functional organization?​

In agile projects,the individual who leads in a collaborative manner by guiding teams and removing obstacles to their progress is called the:

Which of the following organizational structures runs contrary to the unity of command principle - that each employee works for a single supervisor?​

The project life cycle where project teams plan in short bursts (generally of one to four weeks) ,often called sprints or iterations,is referred to as _________:

Which of the following organizational structures is designed to achieve a balance of task focus and technical capability?​

Which of the following is an advantage associated with managing projects in a functional organization?​

Which of the following is a disadvantage associated with managing projects in a projectized organization?​

All of the following are advantages associated with managing projects in a projectized organization EXCEPT:​

Project planning teams use project life cycle models because various types of projects have differing demands.Which of the following sequences of stages is most appropriate for a life cycle model for research and development (R & D) projects?

During project execution,the project sponsor's responsibilities include all of these EXCEPT:

Which of the following is an advantage associated with the matrix organization?​

According to PMI's "Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct",project managers should exhibit all of the following behaviors EXCEPT:​

Which of the following executive roles is responsible for overall priority setting,project selection and prioritization,general guidance and encouragement?

Through shared values,organizational cultures can informally do all the following EXCEPT:​

Projectized organizations often adopt which of the following techniques where project team members are physically placed close to one another to improve communications and working relationships?​

Team members on agile projects need strong direction from the sponsor and project manager.

When trying to understand a corporate culture,it is helpful to understand the types of power that are used.In "power cultures":​

Some organizational culture characteristics make project success more likely.These characteristics include all of the following EXCEPT:​

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with a functional organization?

Which of the following organizational structures runs contrary to the unity of command principle - that each employee works for a single supervisor?

Which of the following organizational structures is designed to achieve a balance of task focus and technical capability?

Which of the following is an advantage associated with managing projects in a functional organization?

Which of the following is a disadvantage associated with managing projects in a projectized organization?

All of the following are advantages associated with managing projects in a projectized organization EXCEPT:

Which of the following is an advantage associated with the matrix organization?

According to PMI's "Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct",project managers should exhibit all of the following behaviors EXCEPT:

Through shared values,organizational cultures can informally do all the following EXCEPT:

Projectized organizations often adopt which of the following techniques where project team members are physically placed close to one another to improve communications and working relationships?

When trying to understand a corporate culture,it is helpful to understand the types of power that are used.In "power cultures":

Some organizational culture characteristics make project success more likely.These characteristics include all of the following EXCEPT: