Quizzes: Embarking on a Career in Project Management

Question 1

As someone seeking a project management position, you want your job profile to highlight your ability to stay focused on different tasks. Which of the following are phrases you might use to describe yourself? Select all that apply.

A. Highly organized
B. Outstanding communication skills
C. Excellent people manager
D. Solid organizational skills

Question 2

As you search through job boards looking for project management jobs, which of the following job titles could make the most sense for you?

A. IT specialist

B. Administrative assistant

C. Software engineer

D. Operations Assistant

Question 3

Fill in the blank: A/An _____ allows you to work for a company on a project-by-project basis but not as a full-time employee.

A. contract

B. mentor

C. internship

D. salary

Question 4

Throughout a project, project managers have to keep project expenses within an expected range. What is this project management responsibility called?

A. Managing tasks

B. Planning and organizing

C. Budgeting and controlling costs

D. Networking

Question 5

Fill in the blank: _____ is the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to meet the project requirements and achieve the desired outcome.

A. Budget management

B. Communication

C. Project management

D. Organization

Question 6

Several of the project managers at your company are described as “program managers.” What does this tell us about these project managers?

A. They are new to the project management role.

B. Their role does not involve budget management.

C. They are contract workers.

D. They manage multiple projects.

Question 7

As a project manager your day-to-day responsibilities involve planning and organizing, managing tasks, budgeting, and controlling costs. In broadest terms, what is the purpose behind these responsibilities?

A. To complete as many projects as possible

B. To create something from nothing, working from the ground up

C. To make sure project outcomes bring value to the company

D. To be as innovative as possible

Question 8

Fill in the blank: A project is a temporary pursuit and usually includes a set of _____.

A. unique deliverables

B. strategic risks

C. rules for accountability

D. team members

Question 9

Which of the following tasks or roles could one use to demonstrate project management experience during a job interview? Select all that apply.

A. Attending a formal event

B. Managing a retail store’s inventory changes

C. Organizing a big move

D. Planning a surprise party

Question 10

As someone who has already gained some experience in introductory-level positions, you are seeking a job in a more traditional project management role. Which of the following roles might interest you? Select all that apply.

A. Project Leader

B. Project Management Office (PMO) Analyst

C. Product Owner

D. Project Controller