1. Coursera - Google Project Management - Module 1.1

You've been asked to lead a team implementing a new production technique in one of your company's factories. The implementation process starts next Monday and the company would like you to complete it within two weeks. What is this implementation process an example of? A business An upgrade A takeover A project

A project

you just finished a successful internship as a project support specialist at a large banking firm and are looking for a full-time project management job. The best project manager position listed near you is for an IT project manager. Why might you be a good candidate for this job? Because banks use information technologies. Only people with IT experience can manage banking projects. Because project management skills learned in one industry can be applied to other industries. Because most IT projects are related to banking.

Because project management skills learned in one industry can be applied to other industries.

Which of the following are benefits of a contracting job in project management? Select all that apply. Building a portfolio Guaranteeing a permanent position with a company Experiencing different kinds of companies and project types Developing a professional network

Building a portfolio Experiencing different kinds of companies and project types Developing a professional network

As you search for project management roles, you find a job listing for an "HR Program Coordinator" with a list of desired qualifications. Which of the following desired qualifications tell you that this job is a project management opportunity? Select all that apply. Willing to work remotely Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills Demonstrated ability to lead others Excellent communication skills

Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills Demonstrated ability to lead others Excellent communication skills

Why is project management valuable to businesses? It helps ensure that a project delivers the expected outcomes. It helps identify what businesses can do to add value to the marketplace. It helps ensure expert leaders are hired to effectively manage the business. It helps ensure that team members are satisfied with their roles.

It helps ensure that a project delivers the expected outcomes.

When you review a job listing, which section offers the most insight when deciding if the role is well-suited for you? Job description Job location Job salary Job benefits

Job description

Once the project is underway, project managers help manage activities for the team members and communicate key milestones to stakeholders. What is this project management responsibility called? Managing tasks Selecting tools Budgeting and controlling costs Networking

Managing tasks

Which of the following responsibilities involves overseeing activities that team members do on a daily or weekly basis? Managing tasks Controlling costs Forecasting the budget Gathering requirements from customers

Managing tasks

Which of the following responsibilities are common for a project manager? Select all that apply. Managing tasks Project planning and organizing Controlling company operations Budgeting and controlling costs

Managing tasks Project planning and organizing Budgeting and controlling costs

Which of the following might be part of a job description for an entry-level project manager role? Our North Coast branch needs a new Junior Project Manager who can channel drive and enthusiasm. You'll be front and center, hands-on, and contributing your creative energy to high-impact projects. Our business group is hiring an experienced project management professional who has a broad understanding of solutions and industry best practices. Our leadership team is currently looking for a Senior Project Manager to support our clients in the Life Sciences and Industrial sectors. Our company is seeking a Program Manager with experience managing a team in the Agile framework.

Our North Coast branch needs a new Junior Project Manager who can channel drive and enthusiasm. You'll be front and center, hands-on, and contributing your creative energy to high-impact projects.

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

Project management

What did researchers project in 2020 for job growth in the project management field? Project management aligned roles will need nearly 90 million people to fill positions by the year 2027. Project management talent is in high demand in a few countries. Project management talent is only in high demand in large American cities. Project managers cannot succeed without a PM certification.

Project management aligned roles will need nearly 90 million people to fill positions by the year 2027.

Which of the following best exemplifies the progression of a project management career? Project manager to program manager to portfolio manager Program manager to project manager to portfolio manager Project manager to portfolio manager to program manager

Project manager to program manager to portfolio manager

What three types of information can be helpful to include in your search for project management roles? Select the three options that apply: Skills you've acquired in your current or previous position Common project management-related buzzwords like "process improvement" and "risk management" Training you may gain later in your project management career Essential project management skills like coordination, organization, and leadership

Skills you've acquired in your current or previous position Common project management-related buzzwords like "process improvement" and "risk management" Essential project management skills like coordination, organization, and leadership

You have recently been hired as a project manager leading a team of technical writers in completing a set of user manuals for a new product launch. Which of the following abilities are you expected to demonstrate? Technological expertise Task management Interviewing and hiring Advanced writing skills

Task management

Which of the following is true for project managers that work in a specific industry? They can learn skills in one industry and apply them in another. They must have skills that are specific to the industry. They can apply consistent processes to prevent change. They must have expertise in a focused, technical topic.

They can learn skills in one industry and apply them in another.

Fill in the blank: In addition to a job title, many companies list project management as a desired _____. skill internship hobby degree

skill