PMP Question #191: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

Question

A startup company has just appointed a CEO that has no prior project experience. The CEO wants to execute projects with their own resources and has appointed a project manager. What should the project manager recommend that the CEO do first?

Options

• ACreate a framework to justify project execution.
• BUtilize an agile approach for all upcoming projects.
• CCreate a framework to support project success.
• DUtilize a predictive approach for all upcoming projects.

Explanation

For a new CEO with no project experience wanting to execute projects, the project manager should first recommend establishing a project management framework to ensure project success.

Common mistakes.

• A. While justifying projects is important, a framework for execution and success encompasses more than just justification; it's about the entire project lifecycle and operations.
• B. Recommending a specific methodology (agile) for all projects without understanding the company's needs, project types, and context is premature and potentially inappropriate.
• D. Similar to agile, recommending a predictive approach for all projects is also premature without a foundational framework and understanding of diverse project requirements.

Concept tested. Project management framework establishment

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