Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1403

A project manager has been asked to participate in the procurement process for a software application that allows customers to buy online e-learning courses.
The project manager will take over the project once the supplier has been sourced.
What should the project manager do before the project starts?

Answer options

• A. Ask the project sponsor to involve the legal department in the negotiation for the project agreement.
• B. Notify the project sponsor that the project manager cannot be involved in the agreement negotiation process.
• C. Inform the project sponsor that once the agreement has been signed, there cannot be any changes to the scope of the project.
• D. Ensure that the requirements for the project are understood and that the objectives are verified before approval of an agreement.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because understanding the project requirements and verifying objectives are crucial for project success before any agreement is made. Option A is incorrect as it doesn't address the project's requirements. Option B is misleading since project managers can be involved in negotiations. Option C is false because scope changes are often necessary and should not be ruled out completely after signing.