PRE-BOARD EXAMINATION PAPER

FACULTY : BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTANCY

COURSE : BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA)

YEAR/ SEMESTER : SECOND YEAR / FOURTH SEMESTER

MODULE TITLE : PROJECT MANAGEMENT

CODE : BBA 2423

DATE :

TIME ALLOWED :

START : FINISH :

Instruction to candidates

1. This question paper has THREE (3) Sections

2. Answer ALL questions in Section A, MCQ.

3. Answer 5 questions in Section B, MSAQ

4. Answer 2 questions in Section C, MEQ

5. No scripts or answer sheets are to be taken out of the Examination Hall.

6. For Section A, answer in the OMR form provided.

Do not open this question paper until instructed

 SECTION A

Multiple Choice Questions (30 x 1=30)

1. What is the primary characteristic of project management?
A) Routine tasks
B) Ongoing operations
C) Temporary endeavor
D) Administrative functions

2. What attributes are crucial for a good project manager?

A) Indecisiveness and inflexibility
B) Micromanagement and isolation
C) Effective communication and leadership
D) Passive involvement and lack of vision

3. What does Project Human Resource Management primarily focus on?

A) Financial management
B) Resource allocation
C) People management
D) Project scheduling

4. What is the main focus of Team Development in Project Human Resource

Management?
A) Identifying project stakeholders
B) Enhancing team dynamics and performance
C) Allocating financial resources
D) Creating project schedules

5. What does "Time scheduling a project" involve?

A) Allocating resources to team members
B) Managing project timelines and deadlines
C) Conducting project meetings
D) Designing project logos

6. What is the purpose of a Preliminary Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in

project scheduling?
A) Assigning tasks to team members
B) Breaking down the project into manageable components
C) Identifying project risks
D) Calculating project budget

7. What is the primary purpose of a Gantt Chart?

 A) Budget estimation
B) Resource allocation
C) Project scheduling and tracking
D) Risk management

8. In a Linear Responsibility Chart, what does the "A" stand for in the RACI
model?
A) Approver
B) Accountable
C) Assistant
D) Advisor

9. What is the primary concept of a project network in project management?

A) Organizational structure
B) Visual representation of project tasks and their dependencies
C) Project budget allocation
D) Stakeholder engagement

10. In CPM, what does the term "Critical Path" represent?

A) The longest path in the network
B) Noncritical tasks
C) Resource allocation
D) Task dependencies

11. What does PERT stand for in project management?

A) Project Evaluation and Resource Technique
B) Project Execution and Reporting Tool
C) Program Evaluation and Review Technique
D) Project Enhancement and Resource Tracking

12. In PERT, what does the term "critical path" represent?

A) The longest path in the network
B) Noncritical tasks
C) Resource allocation
D) Task dependencies

13. What does the term "crashing" mean in the context of project
management?
A. Intentional project delay
B. Accelerating the project schedule
C. Project termination
D. Resource allocation

14.What is the primary goal of crashing a project schedule?

A. Increasing project cost
 B. Extending project duration
C. Shortening the critical path duration
D. Reducing resource availability

15. In a projectized organization structure, where do project team members

report?
A. Project manager
B. Project coordinator
C. Functional manager
D. Team leader

16. What is a key characteristic of a matrix organization structure?

A. Strong functional hierarchy
B. Clear project reporting lines
C. Decentralized decision making
D. Dual reporting relationships

17. What is a key benefit of conducting regular performance reviews in project

management?
A. Increasing project costs
B. Identifying potential project risks
C. Avoiding project documentation
D. Reducing team collaboration

18. In the context of project cost and time performance, what does "variance
analysis" refer to?
A. Evaluating team morale
B. Comparing actual performance with planned performance
C. Conducting project risk assessments
D. Reviewing project milestones

19. What is the purpose of the Project Control Cycle in project management?
A. Initiating a project
B. Closing a project
C. Monitoring and controlling project performance
D. Planning project activities

20. Which tool is commonly used to represent the planned and actual progress
of a project over time?
A. Gantt Chart
B. SWOT Analysis
C. Fishbone Diagram
D. Pareto Chart

21. What does project termination refer to in project management?

A. Initiating a project
 B. Closing a project
C. Monitoring project performance
D. Planning project activities

22. What is the purpose of closeout paperwork in project management?

A. Extending project duration
B. Documenting project achievements, lessons learned, and finalizing
contracts
C. Initiating new tasks
D. Planning additional resources

23. What does project risk management involve?

A. Avoiding all project risks
B. Ignoring potential project issues
C. Identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential project risks
D. Focusing only on positive project outcomes

24. Which tool is commonly used for visually representing project risks and
their potential impact?
A. Gantt Chart
B. Fishbone Diagram
C. SWOT Analysis
D. Risk Matrix

25.What does project procurement management involve?

A. Ignoring external stakeholders
B. Planning and managing the acquisition of goods and services from
external sources
C. Focusing only on internal project tasks
D. Avoiding collaboration with vendors

26. Which tool is commonly used to define the procurement requirements and
document the criteria for vendor selection?
A. WBS (Work Breakdown Structure)
B. SWOT Analysis
C. RFP (Request for Proposal)
D. Gantt Chart

27. What is the primary focus of Quality planning in project quality

management?
A. Monitoring project performance
B. Identifying and addressing defects
 C. Developing a quality management plan
D. Conducting regular code reviews

28. Which element of project quality management involves implementing

systematic processes to ensure compliance with quality standards?
A. Quality Improvement
B. Quality Assurance
C. Quality Control
D. Quality Planning

29. Which tool is commonly used in project quality management for monitoring
and controlling project performance?
A. Gantt Chart
B. Risk Matrix
C. Control Chart
D. Fishbone Diagram

30. In the context of project quality management, what does Quality

Improvement focus on?
A. Conducting regular code reviews
B. Implementing continuous improvement processes
C. Defining clear roles and responsibilities
D. Developing a quality management plan
 SECTION B
Short Answer Questions
Attempt any five (5) questions out of eight (8) questions (5X6=30)

1. Explain the concept of a project and provide an example. (Chapter 1)

2. Define Project Human Resource Management and highlight its significance in
project execution. (Chapter 2)
3. Provide the meaning of a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and offer an example
of how it is applied in project management. (Chapter 3)
4. Explain the term Gantt chart and its use. Discuss the advantages of using Gantt
Charts in project management including a simple example. (Chapter 4)
5. Discuss the concept of the critical path in PERT and its significance in project
scheduling. (Chapter 6)
6. Draw network diagram and find the critical path of the following set of activities of
a project:
Activity A B C D E, F G H I J K L
Preceding Activity - A A A B E F G, H C D I, J, K
(Chapter 5)
7. Compare and contrast functional, matrix, projectized, and hybrid forms of project
organization. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each structure, and
provide examples of situations where each might be suitable. (Chapter 8)
8. Explain the concept of variance analysis in the context of project cost and time
performance reviews. (Chapter 9)
SECTION C
Long Answer Questions
Attempt any two (2) questions but Question no. three (3) is compulsory (2X20=40)
1. Explain project control cycle. Elaborately describe the tools for monitoring
project performance. Draw the necessary graphs. (Chapter 11)
OR
The following table gives the activities in a construction project and other relevant
information:
Activity Preceding Normal time Crash time Normal cost Crash cost
(Days) (Days) (Rs) (Rs)
A −¿ 20 16 9,000 12,600
B −¿ 25 25 1,900 1,900
C A 10 7 4,500 7,200
D A 12 8 4,000 8,400
E B, C 5 2 4,400 6,200
 F D, E 10 6 4,500 6,500
a) Draw the network and determine the critical path with normal time.
b) What is the shortest duration by which the project can be completed?
c) If the indirect costs are Rs. 850 per day, what is the optimal duration of the
project? (Chapter 7)

2. In the following example the project manager knows the succession of project
activities and the optimistic, pessimistic and most likely time (in weeks) for the
following activities: (Chapter 6)
 Do PERT (Program Evaluation and Review Technique) analysis and identify
the critical path of the project. You need to draw the network diagram,
calculate the expected time, show critical path and do detailed calculations.

3. Read the following case and answer the given questions:

Case Study: Project Management in Nepal

Nepal, a developing country with diverse landscapes, embarked on a significant

infrastructure project to enhance connectivity and boost economic growth. The
project aimed to construct a network of highways linking remote regions. Despite its
potential for positive impact, the project faced various challenges.

Factors Contributing to the Project: Nepal's commitment to regional development,

international collaboration, and access to funding played crucial roles in initiating the
project. The endeavor aimed to improve transportation, foster trade, and uplift
communities by providing easier access to markets and services.

Challenges Faced: Challenges included rugged terrain, limited resources, and diverse
cultural considerations. The geographical diversity posed difficulties in construction,
and resource constraints led to delays. Cultural nuances required careful
consideration to ensure community buy-in and minimize disruptions.

Strategies Employed: To overcome terrain challenges, innovative construction

techniques were employed, adapting to the specific needs of each region.
Collaborations with international organizations facilitated the acquisition of
advanced equipment. Local engagement programs addressed cultural sensitivities,
involving communities in decision-making and ensuring project alignment with their
needs.

Questions:

1. What were the primary factors contributing to the initiation of the infrastructure
project in Nepal? (5)

2. Identify two challenges faced during the project and propose strategies to address
them. (5)

3. How did the project address cultural considerations to ensure community support
and minimize disruptions? (5)

4. Explain the significance of the project's goals in fostering economic growth and
community upliftment in Nepal. (5)

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