PMI CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) Examination Content OutlinePredictive, Plan-Based MethodologiesMedium
A project manager is overseeing a software migration project. The project is currently ahead of schedule, and the team members are highly motivated and collaborating effectively. To further enhance their capabilities and ensure continued success, the project manager decides to provide opportunities for cross-training and mentorship. Which project resource management process is the project manager primarily focused on?
- AAcquire Resources
- BManage Team
- CDevelop Team
- DControl Resources
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Develop Team
The Develop Team process focuses on improving competencies, team member interaction, and the overall team environment to enhance project performance. Providing cross-training and mentorship directly aligns with improving team members' capabilities and fostering a collaborative environment, which are key objectives of this process.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Acquire Resources is about obtaining the necessary team members and physical resources, not developing their skills once acquired.
- B. Manage Team focuses on tracking team performance, providing feedback, and resolving issues, not primarily on skill development.
- D. Control Resources is about ensuring allocated resources are available when needed and used effectively, not developing team capabilities.
Develop Team
The process of improving competencies, team member interaction, and the overall team environment to enhance project performance.
- Focuses on individual and team growth.
- Includes training, coaching, recognition, and team-building activities.
- Aims to enhance skills, improve relationships, and foster trust.
Memory trick: Team's Growth: Acquire, Develop, Manage, Control to Flourish.