Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1031

A project manager joins an existing project. One project stakeholder is unhappy with the frequency and types of project updates received and has made a request for more information to be shared.

What should the project manager do next?

Answer options

• A. Consult the scope baseline document to track project updates.
• B. Update the project communications management plan immediately.
• C. Inform the stakeholder to wait for the annual stakeholder review meeting.
• D. Schedule a meeting with the stakeholder to better understand their request.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because scheduling a meeting allows the project manager to gather detailed insights about the stakeholder's concerns and requirements. Options A and B do not directly address the stakeholder's dissatisfaction, while option C dismisses the stakeholder's immediate needs by delaying communication.