- (Topic 3)
You are the program manager for your organization. Your current program, which has just started, has eight projects and many of the projects share resources such as equipment and people. Management has asked that you identify when the project resources will be utilized on each project within your program. They are worried some resources may be idle or overscheduled.
What approach can you use to consider the availability of resources when the project managers begin sequencing their project activities?

1. A. The project managers will create Gantt charts to schedule all activities.
2. B. The project managers will use the critical path method for scheduling activities.
3. C. The project managers will use the critical chain method for scheduling activities.
4. D. The project managers will use PERT to schedule all activities.

Correct Answer: C

- (Topic 1)
What should a program manager do when a scope change has been approved that will drastically affect the program costs assuming that the costs will be added to the program budget?

1. A. Adjust the cost baseline
2. B. Communicate cost of the change to all stakeholders
3. C. Adjust the quality baseline
4. D. Communicate the change to all stakeholders

Correct Answer: A

- (Topic 3)
You are the program manager of the NHQ Program for your organization. Your program is nearing the completion of one of its major phases and there are several resources that should be released at this time. What program management plan will guide you to release of the program resources and transfer the resources and benefits to operations within the organization?

1. A. Resource management plan
2. B. Transition plan
3. C. Communications management plan
4. D. Benefits management plan

Correct Answer: B

- (Topic 2)
You are the program manager for your project. You are working with the project managers regarding the procurement processes for their projects. You have ruled out one particular contract type because it is considered too risky for the program. Which one of the following contract types is usually considered to be the most dangerous for the buyer?

1. A. Cost plus incentive fee
2. B. Cost plus percentage of costs
3. C. Time and materials
4. D. Fixed fee

Correct Answer: B

- (Topic 2)
Your program will create new software and install new hardware for your organization. Some of the goals of the program is to improve employee morale, improve customer service, and boost customer satisfaction. These intangible goals need metrics. What program stakeholder is responsible for quantifying these goals?

1. A. Program customer
2. B. Program director
3. C. Program manager
4. D. Business analyst

Correct Answer: C