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QUESTION PAPER
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CANDIDATES
This examination has FOUR compulsory questions worth 25 marks each.
1. Do not open this question paper until instructed by the invigilator.
2. All answers must be written in the answer booklet provided.
3. All rough work and notes should be written in the answer booklet.
QP04
QUESTIONS
Q1 (a) Describe the differences between leadership and management in the context of programmes
and projects. (12 marks)
(b) Assess the advantages and disadvantages of using project management software in the
management of projects. (13 marks)
Q2 (a) Describe THREE different clauses that are typically included in model forms of contract to help
enable the timely completion of projects. (9 marks)
(b) A keynote speaker stated at a recent seminar that ‘purchasers often want fixed prices, but
other pricing mechanisms can offer better flexibility and value’.
Propose TWO alternative pricing mechanisms in programme and project management that can
improve flexibility and value. (16 marks)
Q3 Describe the following methodologies for the planning of major projects and programmes. Illustrate
your answers with diagrams.
Q4 (a) Outline FIVE key performance indicators (KPIs) that might be used to measure the deliverables
from a project and enable stakeholders to understand the level of performance achieved.
(15 marks)
(b) Assess FIVE potential benefits of conducting project audits. (10 marks)