Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 548

A project manager is leading an engineering project. The project manager must obtain some certifications before mass production, which is scheduled in 3 months. The certification process will require at least 6 months.
What should the project manager do next?

Answer options

• A. Discuss extending the mass production timeline by 3 months with the project sponsor.
• B. Assess and evaluate the certification process and understand the best and worst case scenarios.
• C. Engage a consultant to shorten the certification process to meet the schedule requirement.
• D. Meet with senior management to discuss the possibility of an extension to the project timeline.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because evaluating the certification process allows the project manager to understand the potential timelines and prepare for any necessary adjustments. Options A and D suggest extending timelines without exploring current options, while option C might not be feasible or reliable without first assessing the certification process.