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Question #1

Project Scenario -- Health and Safety Training Project: ABC Company is a well-established training company that uses a standard model to develop training materials and deliver courses to customers. ABC Company has commissioned a project in response to recent changes in government legislation relating to health and safety on construction sites. The project will deliver ''capability to provide health and safety training'', including the materials needed for classroom-based training and e-learning. The expecte

A. t applies it well, because the project management method should be tailored to the project

B. t applies it well, because the justification for delivering the project is already understood

C. t applies it poorly, because the stages should be shorter to provide more control to the project board

D. t applies it poorly, because solid foundations should be established for every project

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Correct Answer: D

Question #2

The Team Manager has received notification that the new hardware and software solution has been installed and completed, but there is a concern that it has not been approved by the appropriate people. Which 2 actions should the Team Manager take to check that the completed products have been approved as required?

A. Check the Work Package to ascertain who should approve the completed Work Package

B. Check the Product Descriptions to ascertain who should have approved the products

C. Check the Configuration Management Strategy for product handover procedures

D. Check the approval records as required in the Work Package

E. Check the Product Descriptions for the quality method required

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Correct Answer: A

Question #3

The senior user is concerned that the trainers' limited availability could delay theiraccreditation. This was discussed during the 'starting up a project' process, but during the'initiating a project' process the project manager notices that it has not been recorded.Which action should the project manager take FIRST?

A. Add appropriate activities to the project plan to manage the concern and avoid any adverse impact

B. Raise an exception report to manage the impact that any such delay would have on the project plan

C. Raise an issue report so that the trainers' time can be allocated to the accreditation activities

D. Add the information to the risk register so that it can be evaluated and an action decided

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Correct Answer: A

Question #4

The project is part of a program to increase the number of ABC courses that respond to legislation. The program manager has instructed the project manager to deliver the 'e-learning course' incrementally. The project manager has asked the program manager how often the highlight reports are required, and what format the reports should be presented in. Is this an appropriate approach to controlling progress, and why?

A. es, because the approach should support the delivery approach selected by the program

B. es, because the project event-driven controls need to align to program controls

C. o, because the program team should review project progress using peer reviews

D. o, because the progress controls should be documented in the project initiation documentation

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Correct Answer: D

Question #5

The project is now in stage 2. The 'training venue specifications' will not be delivered toschedule and the stage is forecast to exceed its time tolerance. As a result, the projectmanager has agreed with the team manager that the 'training venue specifications' will bedelivered in stage 3 instead of stage 2.Is this an appropriate action, and why?

A. Yes, because the project manager should recommend corrective actions required

B. Yes, because moving the work enables stage 2 to be delivered within tolerance

C. No, because the team manager should inform the project manager by raising an issue

D. No, because the stage deviation should be referred to the project board for a decision

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Correct Answer: D

Question #6

Scenario: The Ministry of Food Hygiene (MFH) has a quality management system which contains a document control process to manage all documentation requirements. The document control process was created by the MFH Quality Manager, who now maintains all of MFH's documents and performs an organization-wide configuration management role. The MFH Quality Manager will administer the configuration management procedure for the Restructuring project since this must comply with the MFH document control process. Accor

A. The MFH Quality Manager should administer the configuration management procedure on this project because this task should always be assigned to corporate or programme management

B. The MFH Quality Manager should only administer the configuration management procedure on one project at a tim

C. If the MFH Quality Manager already performs this task on another project, another individual should be appointed

D. The MFH Quality Manager would be suitable to perform this task because he is the author of the document control process and is likely to have the knowledge required for this role

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Correct Answer: C

Question #7

Additional Information Extract from the Communication Management Strategy. The project information in the table below is true, but it may not be recorded under the correct heading or be in the correct document. Using the Project Scenario, select the appropriate response to each of the following 5 questions which have been raised by the Project Board. The project is now at the end of the initiation stage. Having decided that the Calendar project is a relatively simple project, the Project Manager combined th

A. This is an error as a Gantt chart or some form of time line, where actuals will be recorded and tracked against the planned schedule of delivery, is mandatory

B. Progress can be recorded and tracked using the product checklist, with the planned and actual quality management activities captured in the Daily Log

C. With a clear end date of 30 November, and a small number of Work Packages, the Project Board should track project progress using individual Team Plans

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Correct Answer: C

Question #8

The 'capability to provide health and safety training' has been delivered. During the 'closing a project' process, the marketing department sent an e-mail to all key customers reminding them of the deadline to comply with the new government legislation, with an aim to build relationships with their customers. Which theme is being applied?

A. isk

B. rganization

C. lans

D. hange

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Correct Answer: B

Question #9

While producing the Team Plan to deliver the agreed Work Package, it became apparent that the user representatives assigned 10 check some of the products were unsuitable. Which 2 actions should the Team Manager take in response to this situation?

A. Consult the Senior Supplier to assign suitable reviewers

B. Discuss the situation with Project Assurance and agree the changes or additions to the reviewer

C. Advise the Project Manager of this risk

D. Ensure the Quality Register is updated with details of the agreed amendments to the reviewers

E. Notify the Project Manager by raising an Exception Report explaining that the original reviewers are unsuitable

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Correct Answer: D

Question #10

The Sales Director would like to add a new company logo to the 'marketing material'. Thechange to the project scope has been approved by the project board. It is expected to delayproduct and stage completion date by 3 days and cost 900. The stage 2 cost tolerance of+1,000 has not been used. The change budget of 500 has not been used.Which option describes how this change should be funded?

A. £400 of the stage 2 cost tolerance and the £500 change budget should be used

B. £900 needed for the change should be taken from the stage 2 cost tolerance

C. £900 of additional funding will need to be requested to pay for the change

D. £400 will need to be requested in addition to the £500 change budget

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Correct Answer: D

Question #11

During the 'starting up a project' process, the project manager discusses the standard modelfor course development with the executive. The project manager then assesses how theHealth and Safety Training Project will be delivered, including what products should bedelivered in each stage.Is this an appropriate way to carry out the plan the initiation stage' activity, and why?

A. Yes, because the work of the initiation stage needs to be planned and approved, in the same way as other project work

B. Yes, because the management controls for the initiation stage need to be defined and approved by the project board

C. No, because subsequent stages are planned in the initiation stage as part of creating the project plan

D. No, because the senior supplier is responsible for assessing the viability of the project approach

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Correct Answer: A

Question #12

Which of the following is not part of the composition of a Plan?

A. Pre-requites

B. Assumptions

C. Quality responsibilities

D. Product descriptions

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Correct Answer: A

Question #13

What is the purpose of a Product Status Account?

A. A set of records that describe information about the project

B. A log used to record problems or concerns about products

C. An audit or review to compare actual status of products

D. A report covering the status about the state of the projects products within

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Correct Answer: A

Question #14

Which activity is responsible for updating the stage plan with actual during Controlling a Stage?

A. Review the stage status

B. Review work package status

C. Report Highlights

D. Take corrective action

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Correct Answer: B

Question #15

Which of the following is NOT an objective of Initiating a Project?

A. Understanding the scope of what is to be done and the products to be delivered

B. Understanding the roles and responsibilities of the Project Management Team

C. Understand how quality required will be achieved

D. Understand how progress will be monitored and controlled

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Correct Answer: D

Question #16

Who is responsible for confirming stage and project progress against agreed tolerances?

A. Project Support

B. Executive

C. Project Assurance

D. Project Manager

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Correct Answer: CD

Question #17

HOTSPOT Additional Information A photographer from Portraits Ltd, a professional photographic company, has taken on the role of Team Manager after taking some time to understand the requirements of the project. A contract for their services has been set up and is being monitored by the Purchasing Manager and a Work Package has been agreed. This contract specifies that the photographer must arrange a meeting with the Engineering Manager to establish a schedule for the photo sessions to minimize the impact on

A. Mastered

B. Not Mastered

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Correct Answer: AD

Question #18

The change control approach defines how products should be controlled and protected duringthe project. The accreditation of the 'classroom-based training materials' was planned to takeplace during stage 2. At the end of the stage, the configuration item record shows that the'classroom-based training materials' have been accredited. However, the project managerdecides to request an audit of the product as well.Is this appropriate, and why?

A. Yes, because the project should verify that the recorded status reflects the actual status of the products

B. Yes, because the change control approach should specify how the configuration item records are approved

C. No, because the project manager should ensure that the change control approach is tailored to the project

D. No, because the issue management and change control procedures can be treated as separate, but related, procedures

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Correct Answer: B

Question #19

During stage 3, the team manager reports that the work to update the 'corporate qualityprocedures' has been completed and the product is ready to be delivered.What should project assurance do next?

A. Update the team plan to show that the work package is complete

B. Check the work package and follow the procedure to deliver completed products

C. Verify that all the products to be delivered by the work package are approved

D. Update the stage plan to show the work package as completed

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Correct Answer: C

Question #20

The project is part of a program to increase the number of ABC courses that respond tolegislation. The program manager has instructed the project manager to deliver the 'e-learning course' incrementally. The project manager has asked the program manager howoften the highlight reports are required, and what format the reports should be presented in.Is this an appropriate approach to controlling progress, and why?

A. Yes, because the approach should support the delivery approach selected by the program

B. Yes, because the project event-driven controls need to align to program controls

C. No, because the program team should review project progress using peer reviews

D. No, because the progress controls should be documented in the project initiation documentation

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Correct Answer: D

Question #21

During stage 3, the team manager reports that the work to update the 'corporate quality procedures' has been completed and the product is ready to be delivered. What should project assurance do next?

A. pdate the team plan to show that the work package is complete

B. heck the work package and follow the procedure to deliver completed products

C. erify that all the products to be delivered by the work package are approved

D. pdate the stage plan to show the work package as completed

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Correct Answer: C

Question #22

M1ich statement is an appropriate entry for the outline Business Case heading within the Project Brief?

A. 10 year service contract should be agreed with the selected service provider

B. External consultants were employed to conduct a feasibility study to identify the options, their likely costs and benefits

C. The project will run for two years and the benefits will be realized over 1a years

D. The project should be split into four management stages

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Correct Answer: DF

Question #23

Which of the following roles cannot be combined?

A. Executive and Senior User

B. Project Manager and Project Support

C. Project Assurance and Team Manager

D. Senior Suppler and Supplier Assurance

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Correct Answer: C

Question #24

While capturing previous lessons, the Project Manager discovered several interesting facts about outsourcing. Which fact is an appropriate lesson for the Outsourcing project?

A. Outsourcing is a growth industry and is being implemented by many private sector organizations

B. Four other government departments are also considering outsourcing some of their business functions next year

C. Contracts with service providers should include the timescale within which readiness for service is expected following the transfer of equipment and staff

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Correct Answer: B

Question #25

Project Scenario Calendar Project (Note: The companies and people within the scenario are fictional.) There has been a reduction in fie number of orders at the MNO Manufacturing Company due in part to the increased marketing activities of its competitors. To help counter this, the company has decided to create a promotional calendar for next year for all its current and prospective customers. The end product of this project will be a prepared calendar pack, ready for printing. The design of the calendar wil

A. Produce a project mandate, outlining the potential savings to be achieved by the introduction of a corporate standard

B. Make a note of the observation in the Daily Log to be transferred to a Benefits Review Plan at the end of the project

C. Record the observation in an Exception Report to the Project Board

D. Make an entry in the Lessons Log for future consideration by corporate management

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Correct Answer: A

Question #26

- (Topic 11) Which of the following activities is NOT an action of preparing for planned closure?

A. Update the project plan with actual

B. Update the Project Management Team

C. Request a product status account

D. Confirm project has delivered what is defined in Project Product Description

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Correct Answer: C

Question #27

Which management product do the Project Board use to decide whether to authorize initiation?

A. Project Brief

B. Business Case

C. Project Initiation Documentation

D. Project Product Description

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Correct Answer: A

Question #28

Additional Information Extract from the Communication Management Strategy. The project information in the table below is true, but it may not be recorded under the correct heading or be in the correct document. Using the Project Scenario, select the appropriate response to each of the following 5 questions which have been raised by the Project Board. The project is now at the end of the initiation stage. Having decided that the Calendar project is a relatively simple project, the Project Manager combined th

A. The Daily Log was correctly used to monitor risks during the Starting up a Project proces

B. It will be used to capture all risks, actions, decisions, assumptions

C. It was not appropriate to use the Daily Log to capture all risks and issues during the Starting up a Project proces

D. Separate registers should have been set up for risks, issues and lessons learne

E. This will now be done

F. In a simple project, the Project Initiation Documentation (PID) should contain a register for recording risk information and monitoring project risks throughout the delivery stage G

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Correct Answer: C

Question #29

The project board has asked user and supplier assurance to review all product descriptionsrelating to the 'updated corporate quality procedures', prior to authorizing the stage plan forstage 3.Is this appropriate as part of the 'directing a project' process, and why?

A. Yes, because project assurance should assess whether all stakeholders have been identified, if requested by the project board

B. Yes, because project assurance should review the stage 3 plan for viability, if requested by the project board

C. No, because the project manager is responsible for writing product descriptions when creating the stage 3 plan

D. No, because the project board should review new product descriptions before they authorize the stage 3 plan

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Correct Answer: D

Question #30

During the 'starting up a project' process, the project manager discusses the standard model for course development with the executive. The project manager then assesses how the Health and Safety Training Project will be delivered, including what products should be delivered in each stage. Is this an appropriate way to carry out the 'plan the initiation stage' activity, and why?

A. es, because the work of the initiation stage needs to be planned and approved, in the same way as other project work

B. es, because the management controls for the initiation stage need to be defined and approved by the project board

C. o, because subsequent stages are planned in the initiation stage as part of creating the project plan

D. o, because the senior supplier is responsible for assessing the viability of the project approach

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Correct Answer: A

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