PK0-005 Project Management Concepts Practice Question
A project manager is leading a software development project in a matrix organization. The project manager shares resources with functional managers. In this type of organizational structure, which of the following BEST describes the project manager's authority?
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Limited authority, sharing resources with functional managers
In a matrix structure, authority is shared between functional and project managers; the project manager typically has limited authority compared to a projectized organization.
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No authority; the functional manager has all authority
Why it's wrong here
That describes a functional organization.
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Full authority over the project team
Why it's wrong here
Full authority is typical in a projectized organization.
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Limited authority, sharing resources with functional managers
Why this is correct
In matrix organizations, authority is shared.
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Authority only over project budget, not personnel
Why it's wrong here
Authority varies, but typically includes some personnel authority.
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