6012SSL
Project Management for Business (MOCK EXAM)
Section A: Answer ALL questions in this section.
Question 1.
Case Study: Renewable Energy Project
Background:
EcoPower Solutions, a renewable energy company in the UK, is developing a wind farm project in Peru (South America) to provide clean energy to a growing population. The project includes designing, installing, and commissioning 50 wind turbines in a remote region. It requires collaboration with local government authorities, international suppliers (from China and Germany), and the indigenous community.
Emma, the project manager, must ensure the project is delivered on time and within budget while addressing environmental and community concerns. The project involves several challenges, including logistical issues, environmental regulations, and cultural differences.
Questions:
A) Identify and evaluate at least three (3) main risks faced by EcoPower Solutions in this project. How can these risks impact the project’s success?
B) How can the identified risks be effectively managed using appropriate risk management strategies?
C) Critically evaluate the role of a Risk Register in systematically
documenting, monitoring, and controlling potential risks across all phases of a project’s lifecycle.
Question 2. Critical Path Analysis (CPA)
Considering the project information presented in the table below:
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Activities
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Durations (days)
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Predecessor
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A
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3
|
-
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B
|
2
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A
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|
C
|
4
|
A
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|
D
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4
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B
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|
E
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2
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B
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|
F
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3
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C
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|
G
|
3
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C
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H
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2
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F, G
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I
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2
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D, E
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|
J
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3
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I, H
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a) Draw the network diagram
b) Calculate the total duration of the project
c) Identify the critical path of the project
Section B: Answer ONLY ONE question in this section.
Question 3.
In the context of project management, discuss the importance of implementing a Quality Management Plan. How does it contribute to achieving project objectives, and what are the key components that should be included in the plan? Provide examples to illustrate your answer.
Question 4.
How can the absence of a Communication Plan lead to misunderstandings and inefficiencies within a project team, and what are the potential consequences for stakeholder relationships? Provide relevant examples.