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Time allowed 3 hoursYou must also enter your candidatenumber and test code on yourexamination script.Only answer 10 questionsThere are 16 questions, each questioncarries equal marks. Use ink, notpencil, to answer all questions.Exam DateExam LocationTest CodeReferenceSample PaperQuestion NumberOfficenumber of pages use onlyQuestion NumberOfficenumber of pages use onlyMOn completion of the examination please collate your answer sheetsinto question number order complete the table to your rightand secure this question paperand your answers with the tagprovided.APM Project Management Qualification –Examination PaperCandidate NumberPLEGeneral NotesSADo not open this paper until instructed by the invigilator.All candidate markings on the question paper will be disregarded unless specifically stated otherwise.This question paper must not be removed from the examination room.ALL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE THIS SECTIONAPM shares your results with your training provider.If applicable, please enter your current employer here:This is for statistical monitoring only and we will notshare your personal details with your employer.We look after your data carefully; please ask for our privacy policy or search for it at www.apm.org.uk formore detail. We’d like to send you information about APM, project management and our products and services.You can tell us how you’d like to receive information online or by calling us, and opt out at any time:Yes please – I’d like you to keep me up to dateNo thanks – only send me essential informationUNREGISTERED CANDIDATES MUST ALSO COMPLETE THIS SECTION*First name*Last name*Email address*All are mandatory fields in order to process your examination script and issue your results.

APM Project Management Qualification. Examination PaperPlease take note of the command verbs in each question.DefinitionDifferentiateRecognise or determine what makes something different.DescribeGive an account, including all the relevant characteristics, qualities and events.ExplainGive an account of the purpose(s) or reason(s).InterpretTranslate information/data into another form to aid understanding,to demonstrate understanding or to inform a future action.OutlineSet out the main points/characteristics.StateExpress the details without elaboration.SAMPLEVerb2

APM Project Management Qualification. Examination PaperQuestion 1Learning OutcomeUnderstand risk and issue management in the context of project management.Question part (a) Explain two stages in the risk management process.Marks20 marks (10 marks each)Question part (b) Explain three key benefits of risk management for projects.Marks30 marks (10 marks each)Question 2Learning OutcomeUnderstand how organisations and projects are structured.MarksPLEQuestion part (a) Describe two benefits of having an embedded project management office.20 marks (10 marks each)Question part (b) Explain three differences between the following types of organisationalstructure: Functional MatrixMarksQuestion 3Understand project procurement.MLearning Outcome30 marks (10 marks each)Question part (a) Explain two elements of a procurement strategy and why these areimportant.20 marks (10 marks each)SAMarksQuestion part (b) Explain three steps in the supplier selection process for a project.Marks30 marks (10 marks each)Question 4Learning OutcomeUnderstand planning for success.Question part (a) In an iterative life cycle, explain two components of the projectmanagement plan that need to be taken into account when arriving at thedeployment baseline.Marks20 marks (10 marks each)Question part (b) Explain three different methods of estimation in projects. Choose threefrom the following: Parametric Analogous Analytical DelphiMarks30 marks (10 marks each)3

APM Project Management Qualification. Examination PaperQuestion 5Learning OutcomeUnderstand communication within project management.Question part (a) State four sources of conflict within a project.Marks20 marks (5 marks each)Question part (b) Explain three benefits of a communication plan to a project.Marks30 marks (10 marks each)Question 6Understand project life cycles.PLELearning OutcomeQuestion part (a) Explain two reasons why projects are structured in phases in a linearproject life cycle.Marks20 marks (10 marks each)Question part (b) Explain three diffences between linear and iterative life cycles.MarksMQuestion 730 marks (10 marks each)Learning OutcomeUnderstand schedule and resource optimisation.Question part (a) Describe two elements that need to be considered when allocatingresources to a project schedule following a linear life cycle.20 marks (10 marks each)SAMarksQuestion part (b) Explain three key differences between resource smoothing and resourcelevelling.Marks30 marks (10 marks each)Question 8Learning OutcomeUnderstand the situational context of projects.Question part (a) Explain two key differences between projects and business as usual.Marks20 marks (10 marks each)Question part (b) Provide one explanation for how project professionals can assess aproject’s context against each of the following: PESTLE SWOT VUCAMarks430 marks (10 marks each)

APM Project Management Qualification. Examination PaperQuestion 9Learning OutcomeUnderstand the principles of leadership and teamwork.Question part (a) Describe two characteristics of an effective team.Marks20 marks (10 marks each)Question part (b) Explain three reasons why it might be necessary to change leadershipstyles to ensure effective management during a project.Marks30 marks (10 marks each)Question 10Understand how organisations and projects are structured.PLELearning OutcomeQuestion part (a) Select two phases of the project life cycle and explain how the roles ofproject manager and project sponsor differ during those two phases.Marks20 marks (10 marks each)MQuestion part (b) Select three of the project roles below and describe their responsibilitiesthroughout the project: Users Project team members Project steering group Product ownerMarksQuestion 11Understand project scope management.SALearning Outcome30 marks (10 marks each)Question part (a) Explain two steps in a configuration management process that help tomanage the scope of a project.Marks20 marks (10 marks each)Question part (b) Explain three steps in a requirements management process that help toestablish the scope of a project.Marks30 marks (10 marks each)Question 12Learning OutcomeUnderstand communication within project management.Question part (a) Explain how understanding BATNA and ZOPA can help plan and conductnegotiations.Marks20 marks (10 marks each)Question part (b) Explain three ways in which conflicts can be addressed.Marks30 marks (10 marks each)5

APM Project Management Qualification. Examination PaperQuestion 13Learning OutcomeUnderstand project life cycles.Question part (a) Outline four ways in which outputs of knowledge management informsdecision making.Marks20 marks (5 marks each)Question part (b) Explain three reasons why a project may close early.Marks30 marks (10 marks each)Question 14Understand quality in the context of a project.PLELearning OutcomeQuestion part (a) Explain two purposes of quality planning for a project.Marks20 marks (10 marks each)Question part (b) Explain three key differences between quality control and qualityassurance when managing a project.MarksQuestion 15Learning Outcome30 marks (10 marks each)Understand the situational context of projects.MQuestion part (a) Outline four reasons why a programme would be used to deliver strategicchange as opposed to using a project.Marks20 marks (5 marks each)SAQuestion part (b) Explain three ways in which failure to comply with laws and regulations canimpact on project delivery.Marks30 marks (10 marks each)Question 16Learning OutcomeUnderstand planning for success.Question part (a) Explain how the following two investment appraisal techniques can beused to assess the validity of a project: Internal Rate of Return (IRR) Net Present Value (NPV)Marks20 marks (10 marks each)Question part (b) Explain the following three steps in an information management process: Collection Storage DisseminationMarks30 marks (10 marks each)End of Questions6

APM Project Management Qualification. Examination PaperNotes7

Association for Project ManagementIbis House, Regent ParkSummerleys RoadPrinces RisboroughBuckinghamshire HP27 9LETel. (UK)Tel. (Int.)EmailWeb0845 458 1944 44 1844 271 640qualifications@apm.org.ukapm.org.ukAssociation for Project Management is incorporated by Royal Charter RC000890and a registered charity No. 1171112. Principal office as shown. Association for Project Management 2019 V1.0

Question part (a) Outline four ways in which outputs of knowledge management informs decision making. Marks 20 marks (5 marks each) Question part (b) Explain three reasons why a project may close early. Marks 30 marks (10 marks each) Question 14 Learning Outcome Understand quality in the context of a project.

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