The Key Concepts of People, Including Organizational Change Management PRINCE2-AGILE-FOUNDATION-V2 Practice Questions (Page 7)

Questions 31–35

1. 31expert · hard

   A traditional engineering firm has a culture of 'command and control' where managers make decisions and engineers execute. The firm is adopting PRINCE2 Agile to run projects. The change manager is promoting self-organizing teams, but middle managers are resisting because they feel they are losing authority. The project teams are also struggling because they are not used to making decisions. What is the most effective way to address this cultural conflict?

   • ARun a series of workshops to explain the benefits of agile to the middle managers.
   • BRedefine the role of middle managers as 'servant leaders' who enable and coach teams, and provide training for both managers and teams.
   • CAbandon the agile approach and return to the traditional command-and-control culture.
   • DImplement the agile way of working in all teams immediately to force the cultural shift.
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2. 32application · medium

   A project manager is leading a newly formed team of engineers from different departments. The team is struggling with low morale and a lack of ownership. The project manager wants to foster a more effective team. Which approach is most aligned with leading an effective team?

   • AAssign blame for the low morale to the most junior team member.
   • BMake all decisions centrally to ensure consistency and speed.
   • CEmpower the team to make decisions within agreed boundaries and encourage them to reflect on how to improve.
   • DAvoid discussing performance issues to keep the atmosphere positive.
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4. 33foundation · easy

   How does a supportive culture affect employee adoption of a new process?

   • AIt reduces the need for any change management activities.
   • BIt has no effect because adoption depends only on the quality of the new process.
   • CIt encourages employees to try the new process and provide feedback, increasing adoption.
   • DIt guarantees immediate adoption without any training.
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5. 34foundation · easy

   Which aspect of organizational culture is most likely to support a successful change initiative?

   • AA culture that encourages experimentation, learning, and adaptability.
   • BA culture that relies on top-down directives without seeking employee input.
   • CA culture that prioritizes individual achievement over team collaboration.
   • DA culture that values stability and adherence to established procedures above all else.
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6. 35foundation · easy

   How does organizational culture influence the success of a change initiative?

   • AIt determines the project's budget and timeline.
   • BIt shapes how employees perceive, react to, and embrace change, affecting adoption and sustainability.
   • CIt only affects the communication plan, not the overall outcome.
   • DIt has no significant impact because change is driven by processes and tools.
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