Which statement is FALSE regarding a project structure:

the project manager has little decision-making power

Which is NOT a part of risk management process:

fighting local corruption practices in court

Which statement is FALSE regarding the cultural models/frameworks (Hofstede and Trompenaars):

they accurately describe the behavior of an individual

Which statement is FALSE regarding a project structure:

there is one optimal project structure, which can be appliedto all projects

Which statement is NOT AN ADVANTAGE of a virtual project structure:

it is dependent on collaborative techn. and communication is nonsynchronous

Which one is NOT a factor that determines the success of an international project:

a non-supportive project culture

Which statement is false regarding planning quality management:

it’s more expensive to prevent issues than to let customer find defects

Considering the Anglophone values of a matrix structure, which conclusion is ODD when organizing international projects

the Anglophone project manager needs to impose strong matrix structure

Which statement is FALSE regarding a Project Charter:

it doesn't provide a direct link between a project and the objectives

Which statement is NOT A DISADVANTAGE of a matrix structure:

it provides greater cross-functional integration and management control

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1
Which one is NOT a characteristic of operations management:
is an ongoing activity
involves many uncertainties
involves fewer uncertainties
produces a repetitive product or service
2
Which statement is FALSE regarding a project structure:
it is also called 'stand-alone'
it is typical of software and construction industries
it operates as an independent unit separated from the rest of the org.
the project manager has little decision-making power
3
Which is NOT a part of risk management process:
fighting local corruption practices in court
analysis of risk impact
planning responses to risk
identification of risk
4
Which are the purposes of the initiating process group:
discuss stakeholders’ participation
all the mentioned options
align stakeholders’ expectations and the project purpose
inform stakeholders of the scope and objectives
5
Risk probability and impact matrix is a risk identification tool.
False
True
6
A project manager is an individual who provides financial resources for a project.
True
False
7
Sudden political instability and depreciation of local currency refer to which characteristic of international project:
limited resources
uniqueness
complexity
risk
8
According to Geert Hofstede, culture is the collective programming of the mind that distinguishes the members of group
True
False
9
Quality is “the degree to which a set of inherent characteristics fulfill requirements”.
False
True
10
Which one is the factor to be considered when planning an international project:
more factors need to be included into project planning
the int.environment is complex and difficult to predict planning a scope
all the mentioned options
planning needs to be constantly revised
11
Direct costs are those that are solely linked to the project's budget.
False
True
12
Which one is NOT a key trend in project stakeholder management:
increased amount of paperwork
broader definitions of stakeholders
'aggressive transparency'
the concept of 'co-creation'
13
Which statement is FALSE regarding the cultural models/frameworks (Hofstede and Trompenaars):
they simplify national cultures
they accurately describe the behavior of an individual
they describe national cultures by using a certain number of dimensions
they can be useful to map int. project stakeholders' cultural differences
14
According to Trompenaars, individuals from these societies tend to be punctual, follow schedules and do things at time
synchronic
sequential
diffuse
specific
15
Changes with respect to protection of intellectual property refer to what component of PESTEL tool:
socio-cultural
environmental
economic
legal
16
Which is(are) a crucial part(s) of a Project Charter:
all the mentioned options
project scope
a sign-off section
project start date
17
Which one is NOT a tool used to identify risks:
PESTEL
Risk Breakdown Structure (RBS)
Probability and Impact Matrix
Risk register
18
GDP trends, currency volatility and changes in purchasing power parity refer to what component of PESTEL tool:
environmental
legal
economic
political
19
Which decade is characterized by transition of strategic management towards development of effective organization:
1980s
2000s
1970s
1990s
20
Which statement is FALSE regarding a project structure:
there is one optimal project structure, which can be appliedto all projects
it reduces complexity
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it defines how main stakeholders interact with each other
21
What is the source of emergent risk:
risk residing in the wider external environment
an unpredictable event
all the mentioned options
risk related to management of international projects
22
What is(are) the primary reason(s) for establishing project management standards (guides)?
the application of the standard skills, tools and techniques
all the mentioned options
these standards provide and promote a common vocabulary
the knowledge and practices compiled in guides are applicable to ptojects
23
The main difference between program management and portfolio management is projects in portfolio may be interrelated/not
False
True
24
This risk-coping strategy is common for infrastructure projects and projects with high R&D costs:
risk mitigation
risk absorption
risk acceptance
risk avoidance
25
Artifacts are unconscious beliefs that are taken for granted and are usually influenced by national culture values.
True
False
26
Which statement is NOT AN ADVANTAGE of a virtual project structure:
it is dependent on collaborative techn. and communication is nonsynchronous
it is cost-effective
it leverages intellectual capital
27
International projects are big in scope, have a long duration, are complex and dispersed around the globe, a strong mat
True
False
28
Alpha project managers spend twice as much time as average managers on executing projects.
False
True
29
Project stakeholders are individuals who own shares of blue chip companies.
False
True
30
According to the RBS presented during the lecture, problems with suppliers and vendors are categorized as:
external risk
technical risk
management risk
commercial risk
31
According to Trompenaars, a person from this culture will try to hide his or her true feelings:
diffuse
specific
affective
neutral
32
Three main characteristics of projects are:
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limited, unique, risky
defined, limited, risky
cross-national, unique, risky
33
Which one is the factor impacting international project scheduling:
additional time for local adaptations
consideration of different calendars and auspicious days
consideration of different public holidays and vacation times
all the mentioned options
34
Project scheduling provides a detailed plan that represents how and when the project will deliver the products.
True
False
35
A project champion (or project mentor) is a senior executive assigned by the organization to support the project.
True
False
36
A milestone is a significant point or event in a project (with planned dates).
True
False
37
Complexity in an international project refers to
finding an adequate project structure and organization
managing multiple stakeholders with conflicting interests
ensuring smooth communication and cooperation across different time zone
all the mentioned options
38
Identifying stakeholders is the process of regularly documenting relevant information regarding their interests
False
True
39
Which one is NOT a factor that determines the success of an international project:
clear goals
good communication and supporting infrastructure
a team with adequate skills (both technical and interpersonal)
a non-supportive project culture
40
The emergence of new rival and subsequent increase in competition is example of which characteristic of int. project:
diversity
limited resources
uniqueness
dynamics
41
Which statement is false regarding planning quality management:
quality should be incorporated into planning and designing of the project
it’s more expensive to prevent issues than to let customer find defects
long-term, beneficial partnership relations may ensure better quality
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42
Which one is NOT a mechanism of internal project coordination:
a project office
a steering committee
a project management office
dual leadership
43
Considering the Anglophone values of a matrix structure, which conclusion is ODD when organizing international projects
additional training might be needed to establish the right environment
the right project structure might be left to local project subleaders
the matrix might need some adaptation to local requirement and expectations
the Anglophone project manager needs to impose strong matrix structure
44
Buying an insurance is an example of what type of risk-coping strategies:
risk absorption
risk transfer
risk avoidance
risk mitigation
45
Cultures with high uncertainty avoidance tend to have a lot of rules and routines and are tolerant towards unknown risk.
False
True
46
Which statement is FALSE regarding a Project Charter:
it formally authorizes the existence of a project
it doesn't provide a direct link between a project and the objectives
it provides the project manager with the authority to apply resources
it is generally developed by the project manager or other stakeholders
47
Which one is the example of an external stakeholder:
a shareholder
a functional manager
PMO
a sponsor
48
Which statement is NOT A DISADVANTAGE of a matrix structure:
dual reporting can lead to tensions between functions and projects
it provides greater cross-functional integration and management control
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overlapping responsibilities between functional and project managers
49
Which statement is FALSE regarding Agile:
it advocates flexibility
it's a methodology
it stresses cooperation and open communication
it implies continuous team development
50
Project management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques
False
True
51
Typically, travel and transportation costs are much higher in international than in domestic projects.
False
True
52
To conduct a feasibility study means
to assess the practicality of a proposed project
a project manager doing physical exercises in the morning
to implement a project according to a plan
to do a project evaluation after project completion
53
Trompenaars: a manager belonging to this culture separates the work with a subordinate from other interactions wi
specific
neutral
diffuse
affective
54
The deliverable (main output) of the planning stage is a Project Management Plan.
False
True
55
Which statement is FALSE regarding a project office:
it provides input and infrastructure for efficient project management
---------------------------------------------
consists of administrative support and covers controlling quality assurance
it supports a single project
56
Which one is FALSE regarding an international program:
it is a group of projects pursuing different purposes
it is bigger than a project
all projects in a program are interdependent
it requires more resources than a project
57
Risk that can be planned for in advance is referred to as anticipated risk.
True
False
58
The sequence of 5 main stages of the project life cycle is the following:
initiation, planning, execution, monitoring/controlling, closing
initiation, planning, execution, closing, monitoring/controlling
creation, initiation, execution, monitoring/controlling, closing
planning, initiation, execution, closing, monitoring/controlling
59
Which statement is FALSE regarding the Precedence Diagramming Method (PDM):
predecessor is activity that logically comes before a dependent activity
Finish-to-Start is the most commonly used type of precedence relationship
PDM is a technique in which activities are represented by nodes
PDM is a technique in which activities are represented by arrows
60
There are three types of culturesof individual canimpact international projects national professional and organizational
False
True
61
According to the newest, 6th edition of PMBoK (2017), risk management process comprises 5 steps.
True
False
62
According to Transparency Intern. 2014 Corruption Perception Index Canada and Australia are the least corrupt countries
True
False
63
Organizational culture can be defined as the way organization is doing things.
True
False
64
Which statement is FALSE:
people from indiv. cultures welcome temporary org. structures like projects
cultures with high uncertainty avoid. welcome structure as an orient. frame
individuals from hierarchyoriented cultures tend to like tall organizations
status-orient cult. don't use an org. struct. to show their pers. standing
65
Which one is NOT a strategy to cope with a foreseeable risk:
risk mitigation
risk deduction
risk transfer to another party
risk avoidance
66
Which statement is FALSE with respect to a functional structure:
the project manager has a lot of authority
people are grouped by discipline/function
it is bureaucratic and slow
it is best suited for projects, which are dominated by a certain function
67
A matrix structure can be defined as a mixture of functional and project structures.
True
False
68
International projects usually have numerous, homogeneous stakeholders.
False
True
69
Diversity in international projects refers to differences in
language
educational background
nationality and culture
all the mentioned options
70
The predominant form of coordination with external stakeholders is a contract.
False
True
71
Which statement is FALSE regarding cultural differences in planning:
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project managers who are afraid of risk tend to put more effort on planning
more equality-oriented project managers tend to involve their team
relationship-oriented individuals tend to spend less time on networking
72
Which one is FALSE with respect to project portfolio management:
2 processes within portfolio management are selection and prioritization
it is smaller in scope than program management
it is a collection of projects managed under one umbrella
it is periodically adapted to the organizational strategy
73
One of the most popular formats of presenting a project schedule is a bar chart, also known as Gantt chart.
False
True
74
Which one is TRUE regarding Project Management Office functions:
coordinating communication across projects
developing PM methodology and standards
all the mentioned options
coaching, mentoring and training
75
Which one is NOT a major contract type used in project management:
deliverable contract
cost reimbursement contract
time and materials contract
firm fixed price
76
Which one is NOT an example of a project stakeholder:
a contractor
a customer/user
a project manager
a project manager's pet
77
Which statement is false regarding the Critical Path Method (CPM):
CPM (Critical Path Method) is used to estimate the minimum project duration
projects can have only one critical path
the critical path is the longest path of a project
the critical path represents the shortest possible project duration
78
Which one is FALSE about strategy:
it is reflected in the organization's mission or vision
it is the adoption of the course of actions
it is the determination of short-term goals
it is the allocation of resources
79
A project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service or result.
False
True
80
Which ONE is false:
the attitude towards planning is influenced by the external environment
culture doesn't influence the detail level and structure of the plans
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a national culture determines the attitude of a project member
81
A stereotype is a generalization which describes the behavioral norm for members of a particular group.
False
True
82
Two main deliverables of the initiating process group are business case and stakeholder register.
True
False
83
Risk is an uncertain event that, if it occurs, can have a positive or negative impact on the project.
False
True
84
Conducting adequate planning is an example of what type of risk-coping strategies:
risk avoidance
risk absorption
risk mitigation
risk acceptance
85
Probability and Impact Matrix is a quantitative risk analysis tool.
False
True
86
Which one is NOT an activity comprising planning scope management:
define scope
create WBS
define milestones
collect requirements
87
According to the RBS presented during the lecture, problems with communication are categorized as:
technical risk
commercial risk
external risk
management risk
88
Risk management is not influenced by the local cultures of project members.
True
False
89
Which elements of organizational culture are important for successful international projects:
internal integration and employees' autonomy and involvement
organization's adaptability and respect for diversity
all the mentioned options
employees' welfare, trust and feeling of fairness
90
A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBoK) is currently in its 6th edition
True
False
91
Involving all stakeholders during initiation:
all the mentioned options
increases likelihood of deliverable acceptance when project is complete
creates a shared understanding of success criteria
ensures stakeholder satisfaction throughout the project
92
Which statement is FALSE:
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values are the easiest to change
culture is not inherited but learned usually when people are young
behavior is the action based on attitudes and values
93
The most frequently used forms of organizing/structuring an international project are:
functional, project, matrix, virtual
functional, virtual, physical, matrix
functional, project, mobile, matrix
94
This Hofstede's dimension deals with the degree to which society accepts that power is distributed unequally:
power distance
individualism/collectivism
masculinity/femininity
uncertainty avoidance
95
A professional culture refers to a certain methodology, standards and ethics prevalent in a certain profession
True
False
96
A program is a group of unrelated projects managed in a coordinated way.
False
True
97
Projects in 'strong matrix' structures will tend to have less authority and face more conflicts with functional heads.
True
False
98
Risk exploitation is a risk-coping strategy that is often used for responding to positive risks.
False
True
99
This Hofstede's dimension refers to the relationship between the individual and the group to which he/she belongs:
individualism/collectivism
power distance
uncertainty avoidance
masculinity/femininity
100
Which one is the most appropriate conclusion in terms of implications of applying a matrix structure:
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managers and employees need to be trained how to deal with conflicts
managers and employees need to receive an additional intercultural training
managers and employees need to be trained in application of software

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