Test your knowledge: Analyzing the different project phases

Test your knowledge: Analyzing the different project phases

  1. What is the project manager’s primary job in phase three (execute and complete tasks) of the project life cycle?

    • Document lessons the team learned during the project

    • Monitor the project team as they complete tasks and break down any barriers

    • Build out the project schedule to properly manage resources, budget, and timeline

    • Step in to complete tasks when the team falls behind

  2. Phase two of the project life cycle (make a plan) includes which two of the following tasks?

    • Set the project schedule

    • Break down any barriers that would slow or stop the team from completing tasks

    • Determine the purpose and mission of the project

    • Identify milestones and tasks

  3. During which phase of the project life cycle does a project manager hand off all remaining deliverables?

    • Close the project

    • Initiate the project

    • Make a plan

    • Execute and complete tasks

  4. Imagine a project manager oversees their company’s transition to a new financial management system. They determine that the project goal is to make the financial portal easier for employees to use. They also identify key stakeholders and outline project objectives. During which phase of the project life cycle do these activities take place?

    • Make a plan

    • Initiate the project

    • Execute and complete tasks

    • Close the project