Weekly Challenge 1 | Foundations of Project Management

 

1.

Question 1

As someone seeking a project management role, you occasionally meet people in a

professional setting to share knowledge and create new business connections. This is an

example of what strategy to get a job?

1 point

Update resume

Attend local or online networking events

Join LinkedIn

Get an internship

2.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes why there is increasing demand for project

management roles in today’s job market?

1 point

Project management isn’t adequately compensated when compared to similar roles.

There’s significant turnover in the project management field.

Project management roles are designed to adapt to changes and handle new processes as they come up.

Project management is a relatively new job title.

3.

Question 3

Which of the following are benefits of a contracting job in project management? Select all

that apply.

Building a portfolio

Developing a professional network

Experiencing different kinds of companies and project types

Guaranteeing a permanent position with a company

4.

Question 4

Throughout a project, project managers have to keep project expenses within an expected

range. What is this project management responsibility called?

Managing tasks

Planning and organizing

Budgeting and controlling costs

Networking

5.

Question 5

Which of the following is a way to define a project? Select all that apply.

A unique, temporary pursuit that has a defined beginning and end

An endeavor with unlimited deliverables from stakeholders

A series of tasks that need to be completed to reach a desired outcome

An ongoing process with no defined end date

6.

Question 6

Project managers need to meet each project's requirements and achieve the desired

outcome. To do this, should project managers use the same tools, techniques, and

methodologies every day on their projects?

Yes. Project managers should use the same tools, techniques, and methodologies every day—this consistency is key to achieving an optimal outcome.

No. Project managers should use varying tools, techniques, and methodologies throughout a project—this is key to supporting and adapting to a project team.

Maybe. Project managers should adopt whatever tools, techniques, and methodologies that a specific company prefers—this keeps senior management happy.

7.

Question 7

Which of the following responsibilities involves gathering project requirements and

creating a project plan?

Communicating project milestones

Forecasting the budget

Planning and organizing

Managing tasks

8.

Question 8

Fill in the blank: A ______ has a clear outcome and a clearly-defined start and end date.

task

project

program

communication

9.

Question 9

Which of the following tasks or roles could one use to demonstrate project management

experience during a job interview? Select all that apply.

Attending a formal event

Organizing a big move

Managing a retail store’s inventory changes

Planning a surprise party

10.

Question 10

As someone moving to a new location, you have several tasks. You have to plan for the

various expenses like boxes and movers. You also have to clearly label the boxes, and

manage all of the tasks leading up to and during the move. Which project management

skills does the move require? Select all that apply.

Deep technical experience

Budget preparation and monitoring

Strong planning and communication skills

Organizational management