CAPM Practice Question: Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts
What is the main advantage of a projectized organization structure?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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High level of authority for the project manager.
In a projectized organization, the project manager has full authority over the project budget, resources, and personnel, enabling rapid decision-making and clear accountability. Option A is incorrect because projectized structures typically have higher administrative costs due to dedicated teams. Option B describes a matrix organization where resources are shared across projects. Option C is incorrect because projectized structures often lack a clear career path as team members return to a pool after project completion.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Lower administrative costs.
Why it's wrong here
Projectized structures often have higher administrative costs due to dedicated resources.
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Efficient resource sharing between projects.
Why it's wrong here
Resource sharing is better in matrix organizations.
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Clear career path for team members.
Why it's wrong here
This is more common in functional organizations.
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High level of authority for the project manager.
Why this is correct
In projectized, PM has full control over resources and decisions.
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