Communications Plan Quiz MODULE 13

What is the main focus of communications management in project planning?

• Creating a marketing strategy

• Keeping everyone informed effectively

• Ensuring financial budgets are met

• Conducting employee performance reviews

What percentage of a project manager's job is typically spent on communication?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 90%

What is the first step in defining a communication plan?

• Creating a project baseline

• Conducting a stakeholder needs analysis

• Choosing communication technology

• Scheduling team meetings

Which of the following best describes the goal of communications requirements analysis?

• Determining the project timeline

• Deciding on the project budget

• Figuring out what stakeholders find valuable

• Assigning team roles

What is a critical factor to consider when selecting communication technology for a project?

• Stakeholder satisfaction with past projects

• Compatibility with stakeholder time zones

• Cost of technology and staff training

• The reputation of the technology provider

What is an example of synchronous communication?

• Email

• Project blog

• Conference call

• RSS feed

Which of the following is NOT a type of synchronous communication?

• Video conference

• Live meeting

• Email

• Instant messaging

Why might synchronous meetings be difficult for virtual teams?

• Limited access to communication tools

• Differences in time zones

• Lack of project documentation

• Inefficient use of communication technology

What is Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) used for in communication planning?

• Determining project deadlines

• Calculating time zone differences

• Organizing team schedules

• Coordinating budgets

What is asynchronous communication?

• Communication that occurs in real time

• Communication that does not require all parties to be present simultaneously

• Communication limited to emails and blogs

• Communication conducted only during team meetings