Question 1

As discussed in the text,the three forms of matrix project management are weak,mixed,and strong.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Factors in identifying cultural characteristics include all the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  Norms. 
B)  Customs. 
C)  Values. 
D)  Attitude. 
E)  All of these are factors in identifying cultural characteristics. 
A)  Norms. 
B)  Customs. 
C)  Values. 
D)  Attitude. 
E)  All of these are factors in identifying cultural characteristics.

Question 3

Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which groups within the organization are encouraged to operate in a coordinated or independent manner?

Accepted Answer

A)  Member identity 
B)  Team emphasis 
C)  Managerial focus 
D)  Unit integration 
E)  Control 
A)  Member identity 
B)  Team emphasis 
C)  Managerial focus 
D)  Unit integration 
E)  Control

Question 4

How does someone learn more about an organization's culture?

Accepted Answer

A)  Read about the organization 
B)  Interpret stories about the organization 
C)  Observe how people interact within the organization 
D)  Study the physical characteristics of the organization 
E)  All of these are examples of how someone can learn more about an organization's culture 
A)  Read about the organization 
B)  Interpret stories about the organization 
C)  Observe how people interact within the organization 
D)  Study the physical characteristics of the organization 
E)  All of these are examples of how someone can learn more about an organization's culture

Question 5

Elizabeth is considering how to structure a project team that will not directly disrupt ongoing operations.The project needs to be done quickly and a high level of motivation will be needed in order to do that.For this situation,the ______ organization would be the best choice.

Accepted Answer

A)  Functional 
B)  Balanced matrix 
C)  Weak matrix 
D)  Strong matrix 
E)  Projectized 
A)  Functional 
B)  Balanced matrix 
C)  Weak matrix 
D)  Strong matrix 
E)  Projectized

Question 6

All of the following are functions culture plays in an organization EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  It provides a sense of identity. 
B)  It helps legitimize the management system. 
C)  It replaces the need for a project selection process. 
D)  It helps create social order. 
E)  It clarifies and reinforces standards of behavior. 
A)  It provides a sense of identity. 
B)  It helps legitimize the management system. 
C)  It replaces the need for a project selection process. 
D)  It helps create social order. 
E)  It clarifies and reinforces standards of behavior.

Question 7

The matrix form of project management is notable for the tension it creates between functional managers and project managers who both bring critical expertise and perspectives to the project.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Identify and briefly describe at least two advantages and two disadvantages of organizing projects within the functional organization.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Identify and briefly describe at least two...

Question 9

From the list below,which is NOT a primary characteristic of organizational culture?

Accepted Answer

A)  Control 
B)  Team emphasis 
C)  Profitability 
D)  Conflict tolerance 
E)  Risk tolerance 
A)  Control 
B)  Team emphasis 
C)  Profitability 
D)  Conflict tolerance 
E)  Risk tolerance

Question 10

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a projectized organization?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is expensive 
B)  Longer project duration 
C)  Poor integration 
D)  High complexity 
E)  Lack of focus on the project 
A)  It is expensive 
B)  Longer project duration 
C)  Poor integration 
D)  High complexity 
E)  Lack of focus on the project

Question 11

The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which the organization monitors and responds to changes in the external environment is known as ___________.

Accepted Answer

open-systems focus
Explanation

Question 12

________ project teams should be used for urgent projects in which the nature of the work requires people working steadily from beginning to end.

Accepted Answer

Dedicated
Explanation: Strong budget and

Question 13

What is more important for project success,the formal project management structure or the culture of the parent organization?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is more important for project success,the...

Question 14

At the project level,which of the following is a factor that should influence the choice of project management structure?

Accepted Answer

A)  The size of the project 
B)  The novelty of the project 
C)  Budget and time constraints 
D)  The strategic importance of the project 
E)  All of these are factors that should influence the choice of project management structure 
A)  The size of the project 
B)  The novelty of the project 
C)  Budget and time constraints 
D)  The strategic importance of the project 
E)  All of these are factors that should influence the choice of project management structure

Question 15

The projectized form of project management structure is commonly used when one functional area plays a dominant role in completing the project or has a dominant interest in the success of the project.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Research suggests that there is a strong connection between project management structure,organizational ________,and project success.

Accepted Answer

culture
Explanation: Culture r

Question 17

The matrix form of project management structure is a good choice when resource usage needs to be optimized by having individuals work on multiple projects while still performing functional duties.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Two of the major disadvantages of the ________ organizational approach are that projects may lack focus and it can take longer to complete projects.

Accepted Answer

functional
Explanation: These disadvanta

Question 19

The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which rewards such as promotion and salary increases are allocated according to employee performance rather than seniority,favoritism,or other nonperformance factors is known as _____________.

Accepted Answer

reward criteria
Explanation: Reward crit

Question 20

A high level of motivation and the tendency for projects to get done more quickly are benefits of using the ________ organizational approach to project management.

Accepted Answer

projectized
Explanation: A high level of

As discussed in the text,the three forms of matrix project management are weak,mixed,and strong.

Factors in identifying cultural characteristics include all the following EXCEPT

Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which groups within the organization are encouraged to operate in a coordinated or independent manner?

How does someone learn more about an organization's culture?

Elizabeth is considering how to structure a project team that will not directly disrupt ongoing operations.The project needs to be done quickly and a high level of motivation will be needed in order to do that.For this situation,the ______ organization would be the best choice.

All of the following are functions culture plays in an organization EXCEPT

The matrix form of project management is notable for the tension it creates between functional managers and project managers who both bring critical expertise and perspectives to the project.

Identify and briefly describe at least two advantages and two disadvantages of organizing projects within the functional organization.

From the list below,which is NOT a primary characteristic of organizational culture?

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a projectized organization?

The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which the organization monitors and responds to changes in the external environment is known as ___________.

________ project teams should be used for urgent projects in which the nature of the work requires people working steadily from beginning to end.

What is more important for project success,the formal project management structure or the culture of the parent organization?

At the project level,which of the following is a factor that should influence the choice of project management structure?

The projectized form of project management structure is commonly used when one functional area plays a dominant role in completing the project or has a dominant interest in the success of the project.

Research suggests that there is a strong connection between project management structure,organizational ________,and project success.

The matrix form of project management structure is a good choice when resource usage needs to be optimized by having individuals work on multiple projects while still performing functional duties.

Two of the major disadvantages of the ________ organizational approach are that projects may lack focus and it can take longer to complete projects.

The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which rewards such as promotion and salary increases are allocated according to employee performance rather than seniority,favoritism,or other nonperformance factors is known as _____________.

A high level of motivation and the tendency for projects to get done more quickly are benefits of using the ________ organizational approach to project management.

Modern Project Management

Organization Strategy and Project Selection

Defining the Project

Estimating Project Times and Costs

Developing a Project Plan

Managing Risk

Scheduling Resources and Costs

Reducing Project Duration

Leadership: Being an Effective Project Manager

Managing Project Teams

Outsourcing: Managing Interorganizational Relations

Progress and Performance Measurement and Evaluation

Project Closure

International Projects

Oversight

An Introduction to Agile Project Management

Project Management Career Paths

Filters

Exam 3: Organization: Structure and Culture

As discussed in the text,the three forms of matrix project management are weak,mixed,and strong.

Factors in identifying cultural characteristics include all the following EXCEPT

Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which groups within the organization are encouraged to operate in a coordinated or independent manner?

How does someone learn more about an organization's culture?

Elizabeth is considering how to structure a project team that will not directly disrupt ongoing operations.The project needs to be done quickly and a high level of motivation will be needed in order to do that.For this situation,the ______ organization would be the best choice.

All of the following are functions culture plays in an organization EXCEPT

The matrix form of project management is notable for the tension it creates between functional managers and project managers who both bring critical expertise and perspectives to the project.

Identify and briefly describe at least two advantages and two disadvantages of organizing projects within the functional organization.

From the list below,which is NOT a primary characteristic of organizational culture?

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a projectized organization?

The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which the organization monitors and responds to changes in the external environment is known as ___________.

________ project teams should be used for urgent projects in which the nature of the work requires people working steadily from beginning to end.

What is more important for project success,the formal project management structure or the culture of the parent organization?

At the project level,which of the following is a factor that should influence the choice of project management structure?

The projectized form of project management structure is commonly used when one functional area plays a dominant role in completing the project or has a dominant interest in the success of the project.

Research suggests that there is a strong connection between project management structure,organizational ________,and project success.

The matrix form of project management structure is a good choice when resource usage needs to be optimized by having individuals work on multiple projects while still performing functional duties.

Two of the major disadvantages of the ________ organizational approach are that projects may lack focus and it can take longer to complete projects.

The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which rewards such as promotion and salary increases are allocated according to employee performance rather than seniority,favoritism,or other nonperformance factors is known as _____________.

A high level of motivation and the tendency for projects to get done more quickly are benefits of using the ________ organizational approach to project management.

Modern Project Management

Organization Strategy and Project Selection

Defining the Project

Estimating Project Times and Costs

Developing a Project Plan

Managing Risk

Scheduling Resources and Costs

Reducing Project Duration

Leadership: Being an Effective Project Manager

Managing Project Teams

Outsourcing: Managing Interorganizational Relations

Progress and Performance Measurement and Evaluation

Project Closure

International Projects

Oversight

An Introduction to Agile Project Management

Project Management Career Paths

Filters