APM PMQ FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSWERS|
GRADED A+
1.1 Functional structure (Pros/Cons) - correct answer- Pros:
Cons:
1.1 Matrix structure (Pros/Cons) - correct answer- Pros:
One PM for P - quick to react/dedicated to P.
Shared/global resources - efficient
Team have jo to return to at end of P - security
Cons:
Conflict between P/function for time/resources.
Overworked - 2 managers allocating work.
Harder to build team - temp/dedication
1.1 Project structure (Pros/Cons) - correct answer- Pros:
Cons:
,1.2 How is an OBS used to create a responsibility assignment matrix
(RAM/RACI chart)? - correct answer- Combine work packages from
WBS with resources (people) on OBS. Assign people to tasks, indicate
level of involvement.
Levels:
Responsible - for doing the actual work
Accountable - for making sure work is done
Consult - need to ask them something
Inform - need to tell them about it - FYI
Benefits:
Shows missing people/tasks
Can see over/under allocation of work
Overview for team - who does what
1.3 Key responsibilities of PM - correct answer- Plans project with
team
Owns the PMP and prepares BC with sponsor
Allocates work packages to teams, monitors progress
Manages risks, takes corrective actions
, 1.4 PM vs Sponsor - correct answer- Sponsor: Investment / PM:
Budget
Sponsor: Direction / PM: Management
Sponsor: Benefits / PM: Delivery
Sponsor: Strategic / PM: Functional (day to day)
1.4 Sponsor responsibilities - correct answer- Owns the BC and
approves PMP
Decision gate approvals/releases funding
Ensures benefits realised
**throughout project LC**
1.5 Other roles in PM - correct answer- Users
- Define reqs, acceptance criteria
- Involved in QC/testing throughout
- Use product during Ben Realisation to create outcomes and benefits
Team Members
- plan work activities/tasks
- compares progress against plan - take action
- reports progress to PM
GRADED A+
1.1 Functional structure (Pros/Cons) - correct answer- Pros:
Cons:
1.1 Matrix structure (Pros/Cons) - correct answer- Pros:
One PM for P - quick to react/dedicated to P.
Shared/global resources - efficient
Team have jo to return to at end of P - security
Cons:
Conflict between P/function for time/resources.
Overworked - 2 managers allocating work.
Harder to build team - temp/dedication
1.1 Project structure (Pros/Cons) - correct answer- Pros:
Cons:
,1.2 How is an OBS used to create a responsibility assignment matrix
(RAM/RACI chart)? - correct answer- Combine work packages from
WBS with resources (people) on OBS. Assign people to tasks, indicate
level of involvement.
Levels:
Responsible - for doing the actual work
Accountable - for making sure work is done
Consult - need to ask them something
Inform - need to tell them about it - FYI
Benefits:
Shows missing people/tasks
Can see over/under allocation of work
Overview for team - who does what
1.3 Key responsibilities of PM - correct answer- Plans project with
team
Owns the PMP and prepares BC with sponsor
Allocates work packages to teams, monitors progress
Manages risks, takes corrective actions
, 1.4 PM vs Sponsor - correct answer- Sponsor: Investment / PM:
Budget
Sponsor: Direction / PM: Management
Sponsor: Benefits / PM: Delivery
Sponsor: Strategic / PM: Functional (day to day)
1.4 Sponsor responsibilities - correct answer- Owns the BC and
approves PMP
Decision gate approvals/releases funding
Ensures benefits realised
**throughout project LC**
1.5 Other roles in PM - correct answer- Users
- Define reqs, acceptance criteria
- Involved in QC/testing throughout
- Use product during Ben Realisation to create outcomes and benefits
Team Members
- plan work activities/tasks
- compares progress against plan - take action
- reports progress to PM
