PMI CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) Examination Content OutlinePredictive, Plan-Based MethodologiesMedium
During the planning phase of a software development project, the project manager needs to determine the detailed work required to complete the project scope. Which process is primarily responsible for decomposing the project deliverables into smaller, more manageable components?
- ADefine Scope
- BCreate WBS
- CValidate Scope
- DControl Scope
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. Create WBS
Create WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) is the process of subdividing project deliverables and project work into smaller, more manageable components, providing a structured breakdown of what needs to be done.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Define Scope involves developing a detailed description of the project and product.
- C. Validate Scope is the process of formalizing acceptance of the completed project deliverables.
- D. Control Scope involves monitoring the status of the project and product scope and managing changes to the scope baseline.
Create WBS
The process of subdividing project deliverables and project work into smaller, more manageable components.
- Hierarchical decomposition of total scope.
- Breaks down work into work packages.
- Foundation for planning cost, schedule, and resources.
Memory trick: Plan, Define, Breakdown, Check, Control the Scope.