Question 1

All of the following are organizational considerations when determining the right project management structure EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  How important project management is to the success of the organization 
B)  What percentage of core work involves projects 
C)  Resource availability 
D)  Assess current practices and determine any changes that are needed to more effectively manage projects 
E)  Budget constraints 
A)  How important project management is to the success of the organization 
B)  What percentage of core work involves projects 
C)  Resource availability 
D)  Assess current practices and determine any changes that are needed to more effectively manage projects 
E)  Budget constraints

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT true of project management structures?

Accepted Answer

A)  They provide a framework for launching and implementing projects 
B)  They appropriately balance the needs of both the parent organization and the project 
C)  In selecting a management structure,the culture of the organization is not a huge consideration 
D)  The project itself should be considered when determining which structure is best 
E)  They help determine who has most authority in regard to managing the project 
A)  They provide a framework for launching and implementing projects 
B)  They appropriately balance the needs of both the parent organization and the project 
C)  In selecting a management structure,the culture of the organization is not a huge consideration 
D)  The project itself should be considered when determining which structure is best 
E)  They help determine who has most authority in regard to managing the project

Question 3

Unit integration is the cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which units within the organization are encouraged to operate in a coordinated or independent manner.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

There are often considerable differences in how projects are managed within certain firms,even when similar project management structures are being used.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Organizational culture is best explained as organizational

Accepted Answer

A)  Personality. 
B)  Hierarchy. 
C)  Reporting relationships. 
D)  Background. 
E)  Management style. 
A)  Personality. 
B)  Hierarchy. 
C)  Reporting relationships. 
D)  Background. 
E)  Management style.

Question 6

When most of the project work can be done within a specified department and any coordination with other departments can be done easily through normal management channels,___________ organization is most appropriate.

Accepted Answer

functional
Explanation: The functional o

Question 7

In a(n)________ system,there are usually two chains of command,one along functional lines and the other along project lines.

Accepted Answer

matrix
Explanation: Matrix man

Question 8

Culture performs several important functions in organizations.Clarifying and reinforcing standards of behavior is one of these.Explain and provide an example.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Culture performs several important functions in organizations.Clarifying...

Question 9

Describe the difference between a "strong" or "thick" culture and a "thin" or "weak" culture.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe the difference between a "strong" or...

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT true regarding organizing projects within a matrix arrangement?

Accepted Answer

A)  Its flexibility supports a strong project focus that helps alleviate stress among project team members 
B)  It is designed to optimally utilize resources by having individuals work on multiple projects as well as being capable of performing normal functional duties 
C)  There are usually two chains of command 
D)  Provides a dual focus between functional/technical expertise and project requirements that is missing in either the project team or the functional approach 
E)  It is a hybrid form of organization that combines characteristics of both dedicated project teams and functional organization 
A)  Its flexibility supports a strong project focus that helps alleviate stress among project team members 
B)  It is designed to optimally utilize resources by having individuals work on multiple projects as well as being capable of performing normal functional duties 
C)  There are usually two chains of command 
D)  Provides a dual focus between functional/technical expertise and project requirements that is missing in either the project team or the functional approach 
E)  It is a hybrid form of organization that combines characteristics of both dedicated project teams and functional organization

All of the following are organizational considerations when determining the right project management structure EXCEPT

Which of the following is NOT true of project management structures?

Unit integration is the cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which units within the organization are encouraged to operate in a coordinated or independent manner.

There are often considerable differences in how projects are managed within certain firms,even when similar project management structures are being used.

Organizational culture is best explained as organizational

When most of the project work can be done within a specified department and any coordination with other departments can be done easily through normal management channels,___________ organization is most appropriate.

In a(n)________ system,there are usually two chains of command,one along functional lines and the other along project lines.

Culture performs several important functions in organizations.Clarifying and reinforcing standards of behavior is one of these.Explain and provide an example.

Describe the difference between a "strong" or "thick" culture and a "thin" or "weak" culture.

Which of the following is NOT true regarding organizing projects within a matrix arrangement?

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

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Exam 3: Organization: Structure and Culture

All of the following are organizational considerations when determining the right project management structure EXCEPT

Which of the following is NOT true of project management structures?

Unit integration is the cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which units within the organization are encouraged to operate in a coordinated or independent manner.

There are often considerable differences in how projects are managed within certain firms,even when similar project management structures are being used.

Organizational culture is best explained as organizational

When most of the project work can be done within a specified department and any coordination with other departments can be done easily through normal management channels,___________ organization is most appropriate.

In a(n)________ system,there are usually two chains of command,one along functional lines and the other along project lines.

Culture performs several important functions in organizations.Clarifying and reinforcing standards of behavior is one of these.Explain and provide an example.

Describe the difference between a "strong" or "thick" culture and a "thin" or "weak" culture.

Which of the following is NOT true regarding organizing projects within a matrix arrangement?

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