APM PMQ - Assessment Criteria Exam Questions With Correct Answers

1.1 differentiate between types of permanent and temporary organisation structures (including functional, matrix, and project). - Answer Functional - ideal for small, internal projects that are close to BAU activities Matrix - dedicated PMs combination of functions and projects 1.2 explain the way in which an organisational breakdown structure is used to create a responsibility assignment matrix. - Answer 1.3 explain the role and key responsibilities of the project manager. - Answer 1.4 differentiate between the responsibilities of the project manager and the project sponsor throughout the project. - Answer 1.5 describe other roles within project management (including users, project team members, the project steering group/board and the product owner). - Answer 1.6 describe the functions and benefits of different types of project office (including project/programme/portfolio management office (PMO), embedded PMO, central PMO and hub-and-spoke PMO). - Answer 1.7 explain why aspects of project management governance are required (such as the use of: policies, regulations, functions, processes, procedures and delegated responsibilities) - Answer 2.1 differentiate between linear, iterative and hybrid life cycles. - Answer 2.2 explain why projects are structured as phases in a linear life cycle. - Answer 2.3 differentiate between a project life cycle and an extended life cycle - Answer 2.4 outline the role of knowledge and information management to inform decision makin - Answer 2.5 explain the benefits of conducting reviews throughout the life cycle (including decision gates, benefits reviews and audits) - Answer