Stakeholder Engagement Flashcards
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Which process group does 'Monitor Stakeholder Engagement' belong to?
Answer: Monitoring and Controlling
Monitor Stakeholder Engagement belongs to the Monitoring and Controlling process group, where the PM tracks whether engagement strategies remain effective.
A change request is submitted that significantly impacts a stakeholder group that was previously 'Supportive.' What is the BEST next step?
Answer: Assess the impact on stakeholder engagement and update the engagement plan accordingly
Significant changes that affect stakeholders require reassessment of engagement levels and updates to the engagement plan to maintain project support.
In a hybrid project environment, which stakeholder engagement approach is typically recommended?
Answer: Blend formal engagement planning with iterative feedback loops appropriate to each phase
Hybrid environments blend predictive and agile approaches, so stakeholder engagement should combine formal plans with iterative feedback mechanisms suited to each phase.
A PM identifies a stakeholder who is both highly influential and highly resistant. According to the power/interest grid, how should this stakeholder be managed?
Answer: Manage closely
High power, high interest stakeholders—especially resistant ones—require close management with frequent, personalized engagement to shift their stance.
Which of the following BEST represents an output of the Plan Stakeholder Engagement process?
Answer: Stakeholder Engagement Plan
The Stakeholder Engagement Plan is the primary output of the Plan Stakeholder Engagement process, detailing strategies to engage each stakeholder effectively.
A PM is working on a project in a country with a very different cultural background than their own. How should this affect stakeholder engagement?
Answer: Adapt communication styles and engagement strategies to respect cultural norms
Cultural awareness requires adapting engagement approaches to respect local norms, values, and communication preferences for effective stakeholder management.
A stakeholder engagement plan should be treated as:
Answer: A living document updated throughout the project lifecycle
The Stakeholder Engagement Plan should be updated throughout the project as stakeholder needs, attitudes, and project conditions change.