PMP Question #235: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

Question

A project manager is leading a project that is in the execution phase. Due to a company reorganization, some key project team members are likely to leave the project. What should the project manager do next?

Options

• ADiscuss this issue with the affected team members and support them during the transition.
• BStart looking for replacements as soon as possible to help prevent any schedule slippage.
• CEngage with the project sponsor to ensure that this change does not affect the project execution.
• DDetermine the impact to the project and implement mitigations per the project management plan.

Explanation

Upon learning of impending key team member departures, the project manager's immediate next step is to determine the impact on the project and implement appropriate mitigation strategies per the project management plan.

Common mistakes.

• A. While supporting team members is good for morale, it does not directly address the project risk of their departure or ensure project continuity.
• B. Starting to look for replacements might be a mitigation strategy, but it should occur after determining the actual impact and consulting the plan, as not all departures require immediate one-for-one replacement.
• C. Engaging with the project sponsor is important, but it comes after the PM has done their due diligence in understanding the impact and potential solutions, rather than asking the sponsor to ensure execution is unaffected without prior analysis.

Concept tested. Resource risk management and mitigation

Reference. https://www.pmi.org/pmbok-guide-standards/foundational/pmbok

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