What are the two main categories of project work?
- Operational Work
- Project Work
What is Operational Work?
Routine, predictable, and repetitive tasks.
What is Project Work?
Work that creates something new.
What three criteria must a project meet?
- Unique
- Specific Purpose
- Temporary
What are the three main organizational structures?
- Functional
- Projectized
- Matrix
Who maintains the budget and manages personnel in a Functional Organizational Structure?
The Functional Manager.
Who coordinates the project in a Functional Organizational Structure?
Project Manager
Disadvantage of Functional Organizational Structure
Functional teams have less awareness of others in the
organization
Which structure divides the organization into areas of specialization and expertise?
Functional
Which structure pools resources around projects as its main
focus?
Projectized
Who has more control in a Projectized Structure?
Project Managers
Who owns the budget and typical line manager’s responsibilities in a Projectized structure?
Project Managers
Which structure Includes both functional leaders and specialized roles?
Matrix
What are the two categories of Matrix Organization?
- Weak Matrix Organization
- Strong Matrix Organization
How much control does the project manager have in a Weak Matrix Organization?
Less control authority
What is the functional managers role in a weak matrix organization?
Retains budget and staff
management responsibilities
Who has control over the project in a Strong matrix Organization?
Project manager
Who has management responsibility for the
staff and budget in a Strong matrix organization?
Both the Functional and project manager
What is the disadvantage of matrix organizations?
Employees often divide their time between operational work and
one or more projects
What is the responsibility of the Project Manager?
Planning, organizing, leading, and keeping your teams on
track and within budget
What is the responsibility of the Program Manager?
Operates at a more strategic level and oversees
multiple projects in a program
What is the responsibility of the PMO?
- Manages the flow of projects and provides administrative support
- Oversees project performance management and tracks metrics
What are the three type sof PMO?
- Supportive PMO
- Controlling PMO
- Directive PMO
What is the role of a Supportive PMO?
Provides support when it is requested
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Acronyms55
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Acronyms Defined55
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Project Management Basics32
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The Business Case21
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Methodologies & Frameworks77
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Comparing Waterfall & Agile16
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Initiating the Project69
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Facilitating Effective Meetings0
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Project Management Tools0
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Implementing Solution Design0
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Managing Resources0
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Managing Risk0
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Creating a Project Schedule0
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Creating a Project Plan0
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Procuring Solutions0
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Managing Project Execution0
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Resolve Issues0
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Control Change0
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Managing Performance0
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Wrapping Up the Project0
