2 - Foundational Concepts / 3 - Process Framework

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PROGRAM

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Group of related projects and operations coordinated together in a larger effort than a project.

Question 1

PROJECT

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A temporary group of related tasks undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result.

Question 2

PORTFOLIO

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An organizations entire investment in projects and programs

Question 3

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

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Using skills, knowledge, and resources to satisfy project requirements

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PROCESS

Answer 4

1 of 47 packages of inputs, tools, and outputs used to produce specific output(s) for the project.

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PHASES

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Groups of project activities separated by exit gates to evaluate phase deliverables.

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PROJECT LIFE CYCLE

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A group of project phases specified by an organizations project management methodology

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METHODOLOGY

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An organizations specific implementation of project processes. A set of steps to manage a project.

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TRIPLE CONSTRAINT

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Concept that scope, cost, and schedule are interrelated. One cannot change without affecting at least one if the others. Also known as the Iron Triangle.

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BASELINE

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The original plan plus any approved changes

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SYSTEM

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Set of formal management procedures, roles, processes, people, etc. that support an outcome.

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HISTORICAL INFORMATION

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Information from previous projects used to evaluate future project decisions.

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LESSONS LEARNED

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Documented variances used to avoid variances in future projects.

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PROGRESSIVE ELABOTATION

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Iterative approach where planning occurs in cycles rather than only up front.

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PM SKILLS

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• Leading
• Communicating
• Negotiating
• Problem-solving
• Influencing
• Delegating
• Being Proactive

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PROJECT MANAGER

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Person ultimately responsible for the project. Authorized to lend budget and assign resources to realize project goals.

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PROJECT COORDINATOR

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A role weaker than the PM. May assign project resources but not authorized to spend funds.

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PROJECT EXPEDITER

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A role weaker than the PC. Reports on project progress without authority to assign resources or spend funds.

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PROJECTS SPONSOR

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Responsible for funding the project. Typical a senior manager or customer.

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SENIOR MANAGEMENT

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A role higher in the organization than the project manager. Prioritized projects, authorize PM, resolve organizational conflicts and issues.

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STAKEHOLDER

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A person or group having an interest, whether positive or negative, in the result of the project.

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FUNCTIONAL MANAGER

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A department manager who “owns” project resources, administers human resource management responsibilities for employees.

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PROJECT OFFICE

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A supporting or controlling department regarding methodologies, told, standards, best practices,and audits.

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PROGRAM MANAGER

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Responsible for programs, coordinating several related projects to achieve a common goal.

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FUNCTIONAL ORGANIZATION

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Team members work for a department and be loaned to a project at times. PM has little or no power.

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PROJECTIZED ORGANIZATION

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PM is manager of projects and resources, with complete authority.

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STRONG MATRIX ORGANIZATION

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Power shared between Functional and Project Managers. PM has the most power.

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WEAK MATRIX ORGANIZATION

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Power shared between Functional and Project Managers. Functional Manager has the most power.

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PROCESS GROUPS

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- Initiating - Planning - Executing - Monitoring and Controlling - Closing

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KNOWLEDGE AREAS

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- Integration Management - Scope Management - Time Management - Cost Management - Quality Management - HR Management - Communications Management - Risk Management - Quality Management - Stakeholder Management

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COMMON INPUTS

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- Organizational Process Assets - Enterprise Environmental Factors - Project Management Plan - Risk Register - Work Performance - Work Performance Reports

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COMMON TOOLS

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- Expert Judgement - Meetings - Analytical Techniques - Facilitation Techniques - PMIS

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COMMON OUTPUTS

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- Change Requests - Updates to docs - Work Performance Information

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PROJECT PHASES

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Traditionally, there are 6 project phases: - Conceptual - Planning - Construction - Testing - Implementation - Closure

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PROJECT ROLES

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- Project Manager - Project Coordinator - Project Expeditor - Senior Management - Functional Manager - Stakeholder - Sponsor - Project Office - Program Manager

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PROJECT MANAGERS SKILLS so's

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- Leading - Communicating - Negotiating - Problem Solving - Influencing - Being Proactive

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INTEGRATION MANAGEMENT

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Making sure every part of the project is coordinated. - Develop Project Charter - Develop Project a Management Plan - Direct and Manage Project Work - Monitor and Control Project Work - Perform Integrated Change Control - Close Project or Phase