Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 660

A project manager is leading a project that is in the execution phase. During a team meeting, the project manager realizes that there are two team members who lack the technical skills required for some of the upcoming tasks.

What should the servant leader project manager do next?

Answer options

• A. Recommend to the team members to upskill themselves on the requirements for the project.
• B. Discuss with the human resource (HR) manager about the possibility of changing team members.
• C. Explore a training program that is within the project budget for the team members.
• D. Inform the sponsor about a possible delay due to the lack of skills in the team.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as providing training within the project budget directly addresses the skill gap and helps the team members become more effective. Option A puts the onus on the team members without offering practical support, while option B may not be necessary if training can resolve the issue. Option D unnecessarily escalates the problem to the sponsor instead of seeking a solution.