Introductory Certificate sample paper - Association for Project ...

10 APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management – Exam paper
50. The role of a leader includes:
a. effectively managing risks.
b. selecting the project team.
c. coaching and mentoring project staff.
d. producing accurate project reports.
51. The primary purpose of a gate review is to decide:
a. whether the project manager and team are performing well.
b. if the project is on schedule and within budget.
c. if stakeholders are satisfied.
d. whether to continue with the project.
52. The primary purpose of the post-project review is to:
a. find out who was responsible for problems on the project and why.
b. find out whether the business benefits were achieved and why.
c. find out who performed well on the project in order to support future resource
allocations.
d. identify lessons learned to enable continuous improvement.
53. The project manager’s prime responsibility is to:
a. deliver the benefits.
b. define the requirements.
c. sign off the business case.
d. implement the project plan.
54. Which one of the following best describes the purpose of a project’s business case
a. A statement of what the project will deliver in terms of products/deliverables and
satisfaction.
b. The reasons why the project sponsor wants their project to proceed.
c. A statement on how the project fits into the long-term aims of the project sponsor.
d. Provides justification for undertaking the project, in terms of evaluating the benefits, cost
and risks.
55. What is the term given to the senior management team that set the strategic direction for a
project
a. Project management office.
b. Change control board.
c. Project steering group.
d. Programme director.