Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Practice – Question2111

Ideally, a project manager should be selected and assigned at which point in the project life cycle?


A. During the initiating processes
B. During the project planning process
C. At the end of the concept phase of the project life cycle
D. Prior to the beginning of the development phase of the project life cycle

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Explanation:
When the project manager is selected and assigned to the project during initiation, several of the usual start-up tasks for a project are simplified. In addition, becoming involved with project activities from the beginning helps the project manager to understand
where the project fits within the organization in terms of its priority relative to other projects and the ongoing work of the organization.