Information Technology Project Management, Revised 7th edition by Kathy Schwalbe Test bank

TOP:  What is Project Management?          KEY:  Bloom's: Comprehension
 
   19.   Which of the following statements is true of project management?

a.	It is a simple discipline with a limited scope.	c.	It does not guarantee successes for all projects.
b.	It has specific tools which work universally across all kinds of projects.	d.	Its framework consists solely of project management knowledge areas.

 
 
ANS:  C
Despite its advantages, project management is a very broad, often complex discipline. What works for one project may not work for another. Thus it is essential for project managers to continue to develop their knowledge and skills in managing projects.
 
PTS:   1                    DIF:    Difficulty:Moderate              REF:              p.14
OBJ:   LO: 1-3          NAT:  BUSPROG: Analytic                      
TOP:  What is Project Management?          KEY:  Bloom's: Comprehension
 
   20.   Which of the following is true of program managers?

a.	They report to project managers who represent the next level in the hierarchy.	c.	They provide leadership and direction for project managers heading the projects within a program.
b.	They recognize that managing a program is simpler than managing a project.	d.	They are responsible solely for the delivery of project results.

 
 
ANS:  C
A program manager provides leadership and direction for the project managers heading the projects within a program. Program managers also coordinate the efforts of project teams, functional groups, suppliers, and operations staff supporting the projects to ensure that products and processes are implemented to maximize benefits.
 
PTS:   1                    DIF:    Difficulty: Moderate             REF:              p.17
OBJ:   LO: 1-4          NAT:  BUSPROG: Analytic                      
TOP:  Program and Project Portfolio Management            KEY:             Bloom's: Comprehension
 
   21.   Which of the following is a difference between project management and portfolio
management?

a.	Project management involves making wise investment decisions whereas portfolio management does not.	c.	Portfolio management asks questions like, “Are we carrying out projects efficiently?” whereas project management asks questions such as “Are we investing in the right areas?”
b.	Portfolio management is an easy task whereas project management is a more difficult task.	d.	Project management addresses specific, short-term goals whereas portfolio management focuses on long-term goals.