CAPM Practice Question: Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts
A project manager is leading a project to implement a new customer relationship management (CRM) system. The project manager is identifying stakeholders and wants to ensure all key stakeholders are engaged. Which two statements accurately describe stakeholder management? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is assuming stakeholder management is a one-time activity or that all stakeholders are equal, which overlooks the dynamic nature of stakeholder engagement.
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Correct answer & explanation
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Stakeholder engagement should be monitored and adjusted throughout the project life cycle.
Stakeholder management is an iterative process that includes identifying, planning, engaging, and monitoring stakeholders throughout the project. It recognizes that stakeholders have varying influence and interest, and that engagement strategies must be tailored and adjusted as the project progresses. These two statements reflect core principles of effective stakeholder management.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Stakeholder engagement should be monitored and adjusted throughout the project life cycle.
Why this is correct
Stakeholder engagement is an ongoing process that requires monitoring and adjustment. The Monitor Stakeholder Engagement process involves tracking stakeholder relationships and tailoring strategies to effectively engage stakeholders. As the project evolves, stakeholder needs and expectations may change, so the project manager must continuously assess and adapt the engagement approach.
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Stakeholder identification should be performed only at the beginning of the project.
Why it's wrong here
Stakeholder identification is not a one-time activity; it should be performed regularly throughout the project life cycle. New stakeholders can emerge, and existing stakeholders' influence or interest may change. The Identify Stakeholders process is iterative and should be revisited as the project progresses to ensure all relevant parties are managed.
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The project manager should only engage stakeholders who are directly involved in project execution.
Why it's wrong here
Stakeholders include anyone who may affect or be affected by the project, not just those directly involved in execution. This includes sponsors, customers, end users, regulatory bodies, and others. Engaging only a subset can lead to missed requirements, resistance, and project failure. A comprehensive stakeholder register should include all relevant parties.
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Stakeholder management involves identifying, planning, and engaging stakeholders to meet their needs and expectations.
Why this is correct
Stakeholder management encompasses the processes of identifying stakeholders, planning stakeholder engagement, managing engagement, and monitoring engagement. The goal is to effectively engage stakeholders to meet their needs and expectations while aligning with project objectives. This holistic approach is critical for project success and is a key responsibility of the project manager.
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All stakeholders have the same level of influence and interest in the project.
Why it's wrong here
Stakeholders have varying levels of influence, interest, and impact on the project. The project manager should analyze and prioritize stakeholders using tools such as the power/interest grid. Treating all stakeholders equally can lead to misallocation of engagement efforts and potential project risks. Tailoring communication and engagement based on stakeholder analysis is essential.
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