PM_Key Players

Which organizational structure gives the project manager the least authority?

• a) Matrix

• b) Projectized

• c) Functional

• d) Balanced Matrix

In a strong matrix structure, who holds the most authority over project decisions?

• a) Functional Manager
  

• b) Project Manager

• c) CEO

• d) Resource Manager

What is a key disadvantage of a functional organizational structure?

• a) Fast decision-making
  
  

• b) Poor cross-departmental communication

• c) High employee enthusiasm

• d) No bureaucracy

Which stakeholder has the power to enforce decisions and allocate resources?

• a) Project Team

• b) External Customer

• c) Project Sponsor

• d) Subcontractor

What is a major risk of poor stakeholder identification?

• a) Faster project completion

• b) Increased budget

• c) Higher team morale

• d) Project failure due to unmet expectations

How can a project manager effectively manage top management stakeholders?

• Provide frequent status updates
  

• Avoid sharing risks

• Ignore their reporting needs

• Delay milestone approvals

What is a common challenge when dealing with project team members?

• Excessive authority

• Lack of technical skills

• Conflicting priorities from other projects

• Overcommunication

Which strategy helps mitigate scope creep?

• Avoiding documentation

• Allowing constant changes without review

• Skipping stakeholder meetings

• Defining clear requirements upfront

Why is cultural awareness important in stakeholder management?

• a) It eliminates all conflicts

• b) It ensures uniform decision-making

• c) It helps adapt communication and processes

• d) It reduces project costs

What is a critical trait of a successful project manager in stakeholder politics?

• 
  Transparency and honesty
  

• Avoiding negotiations

• Ignoring influential stakeholders

• Micromanaging teams