2023年最新のBCS BAPv5リアル試験問題集PDF [Q30-Q51]

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2023年最新ののBCS BAPv5リアル試験問題集PDF

BAPv5試験問題集、BAPv5練習テスト問題

質問 # 30
TeamClothing sells clothes through its shops based around the country If a customer in a shop cannot find the item they wish to buy. a sales assistant can order it for them online and when it arrives, the customer can then collect the item from the shop Customers may also order directly from TeamClothing's website Orders from the website are usually delivered to the customer's home address Online customers also automatically receive a monthly catalogue from the firm, which lists current offers Three events are of particular interest:
Shop sales assistants ordering items for a customer online Customers ordering through the website Sending a monthly catalogue to website customers How would these events be classified'?

  • A. External = 3
  • B. External = 1; Time-based = 1; Internal = 1.
  • C. Internal = 2; Time-based = 1.
  • D. External = 2, Time-based = 1

正解:D

解説:
Explanation
An event is something that happens or occurs within or outside an organisation or project that triggers or affects an activity or process. Events can be classified into three types: external, internal and time-based.
Therefore, option B is the correct answer, as it correctly classifies the events of interest in this scenario according to their types. External events are events that originate from outside the organisation or project and are beyond its control or influence. An example of an external event in this scenario is customers ordering through the website, as it originates from outside TeamClothing and is beyond its control or influence. There are two external events in this scenario. Internal events are events that originate from within the organisation or project and are under its control or influence. An example of an internal event in this scenario is shop sales assistants ordering items for a customer online, as it originates from within TeamClothing and is under its control or influence. There are no internal events in this scenario. Time-based events are events that occur at regular intervals or on specific dates or times. An example of a time-based event in this scenario is sending a monthly catalogue to website customers, as it occurs at regular intervals (every month). There is one time-based event in this scenario.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 46.


質問 # 31
On joining a new company. Sara spent time reviewing the company's organisation chart She was particularly interested in the sponsor of the project she is joining What is Sara LIKELY to have learnt about the sponsor from this? Select the TWO that apply

  • A. Their preferred management style
  • B. Their position in the company hierarchy
  • C. The culture within their team
  • D. Their span of control
  • E. The scope of their responsibilities

正解:B、D

解説:
Explanation
An organisation chart is a diagram that shows the structure and relationships of an organisation. It helps to identify who are the members, roles, levels and units of an organisation and how they are connected or related.
Therefore, options A and B are correct answers, as they are the information that Sara is likely to have learnt about the sponsor from the organisation chart. Option A is a correct answer, as their position in the company hierarchy is the information that Sara is likely to have learnt about the sponsor from the organisation chart.
Their position in the company hierarchy is the level or rank of the sponsor within the organisation's structure.
It helps to indicate their authority, status and influence within the organisation. Option B is a correct answer, as their span of control is the information that Sara is likely to have learnt about the sponsor from the organisation chart. Their span of control is the number of people or units that report directly to the sponsor within the organisation's structure. It helps to indicate their responsibility, workload and management style within the organisation. Option C is not a correct answer, as their culture within their team is not the information that Sara is likely to have learnt about the sponsor from the organisation chart. Their culture within their team is the shared values, beliefs, norms and behaviours of the sponsor and their team members within the organisation. It helps to indicate their motivation, satisfaction and performance within the organisation. Option D is not a correct answer, as their scope of responsibilities is not the information that Sara is likely to have learnt about the sponsor from the organisation chart. Their scope of responsibilities is the range or extent of tasks or activities that the sponsor has to perform or oversee within the organisation. It helps to indicate their objectives, outcomes and deliverables within the organisation. Option E is not a correct answer, as their preferred management style is not the information that Sara is likely to have learnt about the sponsor from the organisation chart. Their preferred management style is the way or approach that the sponsor uses to lead or direct their team members within the organisation. It helps to indicate their communication, delegation and feedback skills within the organisation.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 31.


質問 # 32
A large consultancy organization has assigned its BA. Girby, to a client called MetalCor, a manufacture of component for washing machines and fridge freezers. The management team of MetalCor need some help in understanding the problems they are experiencing with their production line. Recently. Reproduction has dipped to a record low and more parts are being return as fully.
Production line staff blame each other and the more staff Girby speaker to, the more issue she identifies. She having difficulty keeping track of the arising themes and how they relate to each other.
Which of the following would enable Girby to model the arising themes and how they relate to each other?

  • A. Business activity model
  • B. Rich picture.
  • C. Mind map
  • D. Business process model

正解:C

解説:
Explanation
A mind map is a technique for organising and visualising information in a hierarchical and associative way. It helps to generate, structure and classify ideas and concepts and show how they are related or connected.
Therefore, option A is the correct answer, as a mind map would enable Girby to model the arising themes and how they relate to each other. A mind map would help to identify the main theme or problem (declining production) and the sub-themes or causes (staff blaming each other, more parts being faulty etc.) and arrange them in a tree-like structure. A mind map would help to use colours, symbols, images and keywords to represent and emphasise the themes and their relationships. A mind map would help to analyse and evaluate the themes and their relationships and identify any patterns or gaps that may exist. Option B is not a correct answer, as a business activity model is not a technique for modelling the arising themes and how they relate to each other. A business activity model is a technique for modelling business activities within an organisation or project at a high level of abstraction. It helps to understand what an organisation does, how it does it, who does it, where it does it and why it does it. Option C is not a correct answer, as a rich picture is not a technique for modelling the arising themes and how they relate to each other. A rich picture is a technique for drawing a holistic view of a complex situation or problem using informal symbols and images. It helps to capture the main elements and aspects of a situation or problem and how they interact or influence each other. Option D is not a correct answer, as a business process model is not a technique for modelling the arising themes and how they relate to each other. A business process model is a technique for modelling business processes within an organisation or project at a low level of abstraction. It helps to understand how business processes are performed or delivered in terms of inputs, outputs, activities, tasks, roles, rules, events etc.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 36.


質問 # 33
Nastya is the CEO of a large technology firm, which develops new and innvolvative nanotechnology. Below is an email she has sent to her management team:
Dear Team,
Recent media coverage has revealed that our competitors have lower costs. It is important that we get back to our suppliers to see il they can secure a better component pnce for the next version of our NanoVac range Let's also consider the energy costs of our labs, I'm mindful that costs are rising due to investment in renewable power-1 want us to negotiate with our energy supplier to get a better deal.
I've also been reading reports on social responsibility and sustainability and I'd like a lull review of the biodegradability of the packaging of all our products- we don't want media attention for being a technology company that wastes natural resources.
Our employment regulations also need revisiting as there have been changes to pension rules and paternity/maternity rights for workers and I want us to be aware of these Finally, regarding the staff conference I want to launch a new staff development programme, which aims to identify and develop the rising stars in our business People development should be a key priority in our next annual plan.
Thanks. Nastya."
Which elements of PESTLE are identified in this email?

  • A. Political, Legal. Economic
  • B. Environmental, Political. Socio-Cultural.
  • C. Economic, Environmental, Legal
  • D. Socio-Cultural. Technological. Economic

正解:C

解説:
Explanation
The elements of PESTLE that are identified in this email are Economic, Environmental and Legal. Economic factors are related to the costs and prices of the business and its competitors. In this email, Nastya mentions that their competitors have lower costs and that they need to secure a better component price and negotiate with their energy supplier (B). Environmental factors are related to the natural resources and sustainability of the business and its impact on the environment. In this email, Nastya mentions that she wants a full review of the biodegradability of the packaging of all their products and that she is mindful of the costs of renewable power (E). Legal factors are related to the laws and regulations that affect the business and its operations. In this email, Nastya mentions that their employment regulations need revisiting due to changes in pension rules and paternity/maternity rights (L).
References:
PESTLE Analysis Explained (With Examples)
What is a PESTLE Analysis? A Complete PESTLE Analysis Guide - OnStrategy


質問 # 34
You have been discussing Paurs recent project with him He explained that he had needed to spend considerable time interviewing stakeholders and was now behind plan You asked him why he didn't use a workshop to avoid delays.
Which of the following MIGHT Paul reply'? Select the THREE that apply

  • A. The stakeholders were located in different time zones
  • B. Consensus from stakeholders needed to be established
  • C. The challenge of organising key stakeholder diaries
  • D. One stakeholder has a dominant personality
  • E. A neutral venue was available for stakeholder discussions

正解:A、C、E

解説:
Explanation
A workshop is a technique for conducting group discussions and activities with stakeholders to elicit, analyse, validate and prioritise their views and needs. It helps to facilitate effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders and resolve conflicts or issues. Therefore, options B, D and E are correct answers, as they are possible reasons why Paul did not use a workshop to avoid delays. They describe different challenges or constraints that may prevent or limit the use of a workshop technique. Option B describes a challenge related to the geographical location of stakeholders. If the stakeholders are located in different time zones, it may be difficult or impractical to arrange a workshop that suits their availability and preferences. Option D describes a challenge related to the availability of stakeholders. If the key stakeholders have busy or conflicting schedules, it may be hard or impossible to organise a workshop that involves all of them at the same time. Option E describes a constraint related to the venue of the workshop. If a neutral venue is available for stakeholder discussions, it may be preferable or necessary to use it instead of a workshop, as it may reduce bias or influence from any stakeholder group. Option A is not a correct answer, as it is not a reason why Paul did not use a workshop to avoid delays. It describes an issue that may arise during a workshop, but not prevent or limit its use. If one stakeholder has a dominant personality, it may affect the dynamics and outcomes of the workshop, but it can be managed by using appropriate facilitation skills and techniques. Option C is not a correct answer, as it is not a reason why Paul did not use a workshop to avoid delays. It describes an objective that may be achieved by using a workshop, but not prevent or limit its use. If consensus from stakeholders needs to be established, it may be beneficial or essential to use a workshop, as it can help to reach a common understanding and agreement among stakeholders.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 41.


質問 # 35
The below statements have been made about the consensus Business Activity Model (BAM) Which THREE of the statements are TRUE?

  • A. Shows the logical sequence of process steps
  • B. A conceptual model
  • C. Forms the basis of subsequent gap analysis
  • D. Describes a stakeholder's perspective on what the business does
  • E. Shows who undertakes the business activities

正解:A、B、C

解説:
Explanation
A consensus Business Activity Model (BAM) is a diagram that shows the high level activities that an organisation performs or delivers and the flow or sequence of the activities. It helps to understand what an organisation does, how it does it, who does it, where it does it and why it does it from a common or shared perspective of all relevant stakeholder groups. Therefore, options A, C and D are true statements about a consensus BAM. Option A is a true statement, as a consensus BAM is a conceptual model that represents a business situation or problem at a high level of abstraction. It helps to simplify and clarify the complexity and ambiguity of the business situation or problem. Option C is a true statement, as a consensus BAM shows the logical sequence of process steps that the organisation follows or performs to achieve its objectives and outcomes. It helps to identify the order and dependencies of the activities and how they are connected or related. Option D is a true statement, as a consensus BAM forms the basis of subsequent gap analysis that compares the current and desired situations or problems and identifies the differences or gaps between them. It helps to determine what changes or improvements are needed to bridge the gaps and achieve the desired situation or problem. Option B is not a true statement, as a consensus BAM does not show who undertakes the business activities, but what the business activities are. The actors or performers of the business activities are shown in another technique, such as RACI chart. Option E is not a true statement, as a consensus BAM does not describe a stakeholder's perspective on what the business does, but a common or shared perspective of all stakeholder groups on what the business does. A stakeholder's perspective on what the business does is described in another technique, such as CATWOE.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 45.


質問 # 36
A company produces kitchens to order. Customers specify the design of the kitchen by using a computer-aided design tool, provided on the company's website. The tool allows customers to select products, such as cabinets and cookers, and place them into a floor plan of the kitchen that they have specified.
Once the customer confirms the design, an order is placed and the customer is given a planned installation date for the kitchen. The company orders the raw materials for the kitchen and the kitchen is built by its skilled carpenters The customer can track the progress of the build on the Internet. If the kitchen Is likely to be delivered later than originally promised, a control action is taken to bring it back on schedule A Business Activity Model (BAM) developed for the company has 'sell bespoke kitchens' as its doing activity.
Which of the following activities would be directly linked by a logical dependency arrow to or from this doing activity?

  • A. Track build
  • B. Define carpentry skills
  • C. Take control action
  • D. Determine range of products.

正解:D

解説:
Explanation
A logical dependency arrow on a BAM shows that one activity depends on another activity for its completion or initiation. In this question, the doing activity of 'sell bespoke kitchens' depends on the planning activity of
'determine range of products', as the customers need to select products from a predefined range when they design their kitchens. Therefore, option C is the correct answer.
References:
Types of Events: The Ultimate Guide with Examples | Social Tables
Business events overview - Finance & Operations | Dynamics 365


質問 # 37
Bessant Co.manufactures and sells clothing. The company is every profitable and the IT director would like to invest some of these profits into improving the technical infrastructure of the company, which would help the organic growth of the company. However, the finance director would like to use the profits to acquire one of its competitors.
Shelly is the business analyst on this project and she recognises that the IT and finance director do not agree on the future direction of the business. Once prefers organic growth and the other, growth by acquisition.
What technique COULD Shelly use to improve her understating ot these two different perspectives?

  • A. SWOT analysis
  • B. The power/ interest grid
  • C. CATWOE.
  • D. POPIT model.

正解:C

解説:
Explanation
CATWOE is a technique that helps to understand different perspectives of a situation by analyzing six elements: Customers, Actors, Transformation process, Worldview, Owner, and Environmental constraints.
Shelly could use CATWOE to improve her understanding of the IT and finance director's views on the future direction of the business, by identifying who are the customers, actors, owners, and so on for each option (organic growth or acquisition), and how they differ. Option A is the correct answer.
References:
What Is The CATWOE Analysis And Why It Matters In Business - FourWeekMBA CATWOE Analysis: A Holistic Approach to Problem Solving - SlideModel


質問 # 38
Which TWO of the following descriptions apply to a Business Activity Model (BAM)'?

  • A. The owner should ALWAYS choose the final BAM
  • B. The activities are MOST LIKELY to be shown in boxes
  • C. Multiple BAMs COULD be created to reflect different perspectives.
  • D. Dependencies between the activities are NOT shown
  • E. NORMALLY a consensus BAM will be produced

正解:B、C

解説:
Explanation
A Business Activity Model (BAM) is a technique for modelling business activities within an organisation or project at a high level of abstraction. It helps to understand what an organisation does, how it does it, who does it, where it does it and why it does it. Therefore, options A and D are correct answers, as they apply to a BAM.
Option A applies to a BAM, as multiple BAMs could be created to reflect different perspectives of different stakeholder groups within or outside the organisation or project. A BAM is not a single or definitive representation of the business activities, but a subjective and contextual view that depends on the purpose and scope of the analysis. Option D applies to a BAM, as the activities are most likely to be shown in boxes in a BAM. A BAM is typically represented as a diagram that consists of boxes and arrows. The boxes represent the high level activities that the organisation performs or delivers, and the arrows represent the flow or sequence of the activities. Option B does not apply to a BAM, as the owner should not always choose the final BAM.
The owner is one of the stakeholder groups that may have a perspective on the business activities, but not the only or ultimate one. The final BAM should be agreed by all relevant stakeholder groups based on their needs and expectations. Option C does not apply to a BAM, as normally a consensus BAM will not be produced. A consensus BAM is a BAM that reflects a common or shared perspective of all stakeholder groups within or outside the organisation or project. A consensus BAM is not realistic or desirable, as different stakeholder groups may have different or conflicting views on the business activities. Option E does not apply to a BAM, as dependencies between the activities are shown in a BAM. Dependencies between the activities are the relationships or connections that indicate how one activity affects or influences another activity. Dependencies between the activities are shown by the arrows in a BAM diagram.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 43.


質問 # 39
Marketing is primarily concerned with the 4Ps: product, promotion, price and price. The institute of Analysis (IoA) offers qualification in system analysis. A number of interviews have been held with senior stakeholders, including the marketing Manager. Here are two five of the activities that have been identified by stakeholders:
a) Agree new qualifications.
b) Upgrade the website.
c) Recruit new examiners.
d) Register candidates.
e) Analyze website activity.
Which of these activities would reflect the business perspective of the Marketing Manager of the loA?

  • A. b, c and e
  • B. b. d and e.
  • C. a. b and e
  • D. a, c and d

正解:C

解説:
Explanation
Marketing is primarily concerned with the 4Ps: product, promotion, price and place. These are the elements of the marketing mix that an organisation can control or adjust to influence customer demand and satisfaction.
Therefore, option B is the correct answer, as it identifies which of these activities would reflect the business perspective of the Marketing Manager of the IoA. Option A identifies 'b' (upgrade the website), 'd' (register candidates) and 'e' (analyse website activity) as activities that would reflect the business perspective of the Marketing Manager of the IoA. These are incorrect examples of activities that would reflect the business perspective of the Marketing Manager of the IoA, as they are not related to any of the 4Ps. Option B identifies
'a' (agree new qualifications), 'b' (upgrade the website) and 'e' (analyse website activity) as activities that would reflect the business perspective of the Marketing Manager of the IoA. These are correct examples of activities that would reflect the business perspective of the Marketing Manager of the IoA, as they are related to some of the 4Ps. 'A' (agree new qualifications) is related to product, as it involves developing and offering new qualifications that meet customer needs and expectations. 'B' (upgrade the website) is related to promotion, as it involves improving and communicating the features and benefits of qualifications to potential customers. 'E' (analyse website activity) is related to place, as it involves monitoring and evaluating how customers access and purchase qualifications through online channels. Option C identifies 'a' (agree new qualifications), 'c' (recruit new examiners) and 'd' (register candidates) as activities that would reflect the business perspective of the Marketing Manager of the IoA. These are incorrect examples of activities that would reflect the business perspective of the Marketing Manager of the IoA, as 'c' (recruit new examiners) is not related to any of the 4Ps. Option D identifies 'b' (upgrade the website), 'c' (recruit new examiners) and 'e' (analyse website activity) as activities that would reflect the business perspective of the Marketing Manager of the IoA. These are incorrect examples of activities that would reflect the business perspective of the Marketing Manager of the IoA, as 'c' (recruit new examiners) is not related to any of the 4Ps.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 39.


質問 # 40
A business analyst has been carrying out investigations into a problem situation However, it is clear to the business analyst that, even after a number of interviews with individual stakeholders, some stakeholder s views still conflict.
Which investigation technique SHOULD be used to resolve the conflict and gain a consensus?

  • A. Observation
  • B. Scenario analysis.
  • C. Questionnaire
  • D. Workshop

正解:D

解説:
Explanation
A workshop is a technique for conducting group discussions and activities with stakeholders to elicit, analyse, validate and prioritise their views and needs. It helps to facilitate effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders and resolve conflicts or issues. Therefore, option D is the correct answer, as a workshop would help the business analyst to resolve the conflict and gain a consensus among stakeholders who have different views after individual interviews. A workshop would help to bring together the conflicting stakeholders in one place and time and enable them to share and compare their views openly and constructively. A workshop would help to identify and address the sources and reasons of the conflict and find common ground and mutual understanding among stakeholders. A workshop would help to generate and evaluate different options or solutions that satisfy all or most of the stakeholder views and agree on the best one for further development and implementation. Option A is not a correct answer, as scenario analysis is not a technique for resolving conflict and gaining consensus among stakeholders who have different views after individual interviews. Scenario analysis is a technique for exploring how different scenarios or situations could affect the outcomes or impacts of an organisation or project. It helps to test the feasibility and desirability of different options or solutions under various circumstances or assumptions. Option B is not a correct answer, as questionnaire is not a technique for resolving conflict and gaining consensus among stakeholders who have different views after individual interviews. Questionnaire is a technique for collecting information from stakeholders by asking them predefined questions in written form. It helps to elicit quantitative or qualitative data from a large number of stakeholders in an efficient and consistent way. Option C is not a correct answer, as observation is not a technique for resolving conflict and gaining consensus among stakeholders who have different views after individual interviews. Observation is a technique for gathering information from stakeholders by watching them perform their tasks or activities in their natural environment. It helps to analyse how stakeholders work in practice and identify their implicit or tacit needs.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 42.


質問 # 41
John has been working on a business case for opening up the overseas market to new products He has been asked to document the risks What SHOULD he do to ensure they are appropriately recorded? Select the TWO that apply

  • A. Identify an owner for each risk
  • B. Provide justification or each countermeasure identified
  • C. Create a RAID log
  • D. Impact assessment of each countermeasure identified
  • E. Document the source of each risk

正解:A、E

解説:
Explanation
A risk is an uncertain event or condition that, if it occurs, has a positive or negative effect on one or more project objectives. To ensure that risks are appropriately recorded, they should be documented in a consistent and structured way, such as using a RAID log (Risks, Assumptions, Issues and Dependencies). A RAID log should include information such as the risk description, impact, probability, source, owner, mitigation actions, status and date. Therefore, options B and C are essential for recording risks, as they help to identify where the risk originates from and who is responsible for managing it. Option A is not relevant to recording risks, as it is the name of the tool used to document them. Option D and E are not relevant to recording risks, as they relate to the countermeasures or actions taken to address them, not the risks themselves.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 14.


質問 # 42
A local council has decided to completely redesign the way it provides library lending services it plans to stop lending books and move towards an entirely online e-book lending model Four activities to be included in the Business Activity Model (BAM) are given below a) Lend books b) Establish licensing arrangements with publishers c) Define lending policies d) Monitor lending usage What will be the dependencies between these activities on the BAM?

  • A. d->c->a->b
  • B. c->d->a->b
  • C. c->b->a->d
  • D. c->a->b->d

正解:C

解説:
Explanation
A Business Activity Model (BAM) is a high-level view of the business activities that take place within an organisation. It shows how activities are related to each other and how they contribute to achieving business objectives. A BAM consists of five types of high-level activities: directing, enabling, doing, monitoring and controlling. A BAM can also show dependencies between activities using arrows to indicate which activity depends on another activity to start or finish. Therefore, option A is the correct answer, as it shows the dependencies between the four activities on the BAM correctly. Activity c (define lending policies) is a directing activity that sets the rules and guidelines for lending e-books to customers. It depends on no other activity and precedes all other activities. Activity b (establish licensing arrangements with publishers) is an enabling activity that secures the rights and permissions to lend e-books from different publishers. It depends on activity c and precedes activity a. Activity a (lend books) is a doing activity that provides e-books to customers according to their requests and preferences. It depends on activity b and precedes activity d.
Activity d (monitor lending usage) is a monitoring activity that tracks and records how customers use and return e-books. It depends on activity a and follows all other activities.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 24.


質問 # 43
Paula is a business analyst working for a small bespoke furniture manufacturing company. The newly appointed chief executive, Beverly, has asked Paula to lead an initiative to refresh and restate (where necessary) the organization's plan for the next financial year. Paula recently led a planning worksope with senior managers and has made the following notes about issues raised in the worshop:
The company....
a) Aims to supply 10% of the local bespoke furniture market by the end of the financial year.
b) Will Invest In local radio advertising and appoint a creative team to develop an appropriate advertisement c) Will await the final draft of the annual accounts before considering investing in a new range of high-tech chairs.
d) Will adopt new 3D printing technologies to gain an advantage when quoting for bespoke furniture designs e) Recognises that bespoke furniture will always be more expensive than mass-produced, standard furniture Which of these notes will go into her MOST analysis?

  • A. a, b and c.
  • B. b, c and e.
  • C. a, d and e
  • D. a, b and d.

正解:D

解説:
Explanation
The notes that will go into the MOST analysis are a, b and d, as they correspond to the elements of Mission, Strategy and Tactics. The mission is to supply 10% of the local bespoke furniture market by the end of the financial year (a). The strategy is to adopt new 3D printing technologies to gain an advantage when quoting for bespoke furniture designs (d). The tactics are to invest in local radio advertising and appoint a creative team to develop an appropriate advertisement (b). Note c is not part of the MOST analysis, as it is not related to any of the elements.
References:
MOST Analysis - What It Is And How To Use It - BusinessAnalystMentor.com MOST Analysis - Part Of The Business Strategy Toolkit - Boardroom Advisors


質問 # 44
IT services has commissioned a new desktop PC replacement project that has been funded and running for three months, with a fully-engaged sponsor and programme manager appointed The head of IT services has not been involved beyond the initial project start-up interviews and has not attended any of the project meetings What position on the power interest and does the head of IT services currently occupy?

  • A. High power or influence and high interest
  • B. Some power and influence and some interest
  • C. High power or influence but low interest
  • D. Low power and influence but high interest

正解:C

解説:
Explanation
A power/interest grid is a tool for analysing stakeholders based on their level of power or influence and their level of interest or involvement in the organisation or project. The grid has four quadrants: high power, high interest; high power, low interest; low power, high interest; and low power, low interest. The position of a stakeholder on the grid can help to determine the appropriate strategy for engaging and communicating with them. Therefore, option A is the correct answer, as the head of IT services currently occupies the high power, low interest quadrant. This means that he has the authority or ability to affect the outcome of the project, but he does not show much concern or involvement in it. Option B is not correct, as some power and influence and some interest would place the head of IT services in the middle of the grid, which is not a distinct quadrant.
Option C is not correct, as high power or influence and high interest would place the head of IT services in the top right quadrant, which is not consistent with his lack of involvement. Option D is not correct, as low power and influence but high interest would place the head of IT services in the bottom right quadrant, which is not consistent with his authority.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 19.


質問 # 45
BuildCo is small building company with the stall. The owner to reduce time spent on administration by simplifying the company's paperwork. This paperwork includes provides quotes and invoices, as well as managing orders and receipts for building materials.
Most of the paperwork is completed manually and copies are stored in filing cabinets. However, quotes and invoices are produced on a word processor and the stored on a computer, with printed copies also stored in the filing cabinets. The owner is not sure that all the current paperwork is necessary.
Which investigation technique would be MOST effective in establishing the need for item of paperwork?

  • A. Document Analysis
  • B. Interviews
  • C. Workshop
  • D. Questionnaire

正解:A

解説:
Explanation
Document analysis is a technique for collecting information from existing documents within an organisation or project. It helps to understand the current situation or problem and identify any gaps or issues that may exist.
Therefore, option D is the correct answer, as document analysis would be the most effective technique in establishing the need for each item of paperwork. Document analysis would help to review the content and purpose of each item of paperwork and compare it with the organisation's objectives and requirements.
Document analysis would help to evaluate the usefulness and relevance of each item of paperwork and identify any duplication or redundancy that may exist. Document analysis would help to recommend any changes or improvements to each item of paperwork and justify them with evidence and rationale. Option A is not a correct answer, as questionnaire is not the most effective technique in establishing the need for each item of paperwork. Questionnaire is a technique for collecting information from stakeholders by asking them predefined questions in written form. It helps to elicit quantitative or qualitative data from a large number of stakeholders in an efficient and consistent way. Questionnaire would not be the most effective technique in establishing the need for each item of paperwork, as it may not provide enough detail or explanation for each item of paperwork and may be influenced by stakeholder bias or preference. Option B is not a correct answer, as workshop is not the most effective technique in establishing the need for each item of paperwork.
Workshop is a technique for conducting group discussions and activities with stakeholders to elicit, analyse, validate and prioritise their views and needs. It helps to facilitate effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders and resolve conflicts or issues. Workshop would not be the most effective technique in establishing the need for each item of paperwork, as it may not be practical or feasible to involve all relevant stakeholders in a workshop and may be affected by stakeholder dynamics or politics. Option C is not a correct answer, as interviews are not the most effective technique in establishing the need for each item of paperwork.
Interviews are a technique for collecting information from stakeholders by asking them open-ended questions in verbal form. It helps to elicit rich and detailed information from individual stakeholders in an interactive and flexible way. Interviews would not be the most effective technique in establishing the need for each item of paperwork, as it may be time-consuming and costly to interview all relevant stakeholders and may be subject to stakeholder interpretation or opinion.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 35.


質問 # 46
A business analyst and a project manager are producing a business case for an initiative, which aims to improve the cyber defences of a large financial services provider They met recently to review progress and made the following notes for the next draft
1. The benefits of cyber security will be hard to describe in quantitative terms, so we will need to describe these qualitatively.
2 We need to make it clear that we have fully explored the solution market, and we have considered a range of approaches to meeting the objectives of this project.
3. The threat posed to the organisation from cyber attack, and therefore the justification for this project, needs to be clearly articulated Which THREE sections of a business case will cover these points'?

  • A. Description of the current situation
  • B. Risk assessment
  • C. Recommendations
  • D. Analysis of costs and benefits
  • E. Options considered

正解:A、D、E

解説:
Explanation
A business case is a document that provides the rationale and justification for a proposed business change or solution. It helps to evaluate the benefits, costs, risks and impacts of different options and recommend the best one for further development and implementation. A business case typically consists of several sections, such as executive summary, description of the current situation, description of the desired situation, options considered, analysis of costs and benefits, risk assessment and recommendations. Therefore, options A, B and C are correct answers, as they cover the sections of a business case that will address the points noted by the business analyst and the project manager. Options considered is the section where different approaches or solutions to meet the objectives of the project are identified and described. It helps to show that a range of alternatives have been explored and evaluated. Analysis of costs and benefits is the section where the financial implications of each option are estimated and compared. It helps to show the expected value and return on investment of each option. Description of the current situation is the section where the problem or opportunity that motivates the project is clearly defined and articulated. It helps to show the justification and urgency for the project. Option D is not a correct answer, as recommendations is not a section of a business case that will address any of the points noted by the business analyst and the project manager. Recommendations is the section where the preferred option is selected and proposed based on the analysis and evaluation of other sections. Option E is not a correct answer, as risk assessment is not a section of a business case that will address any of the points noted by the business analyst and the project manager. Risk assessment is the section where the uncertainties and potential negative consequences of each option are identified and analysed. It helps to show how risks can be avoided, reduced or managed.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 30.


質問 # 47
Why would a Business Analyst use a consensus Business Activity Model (BAM) in gap analysis?

  • A. To assess how tar the organisation's current activities support the desired situation
  • B. To establish which stakeholder views will not be reflected in the desired situation
  • C. To determine which activities in the desired situation are not financially feasible
  • D. To identify how the organisation should structure itself to support the desired situation

正解:A

解説:
Explanation
A consensus BAM is a conceptual model that depicts the agreed view of what the organisation does or should do. It shows the high-level activities and the logical dependencies between them. By comparing the consensus BAM with the current situation, a gap analysis can identify where the organisation is not performing as desired or where there are opportunities for improvement. Therefore, option A is the correct answer.


質問 # 48
EcoBags is a company that designs and makes eco-friendly shopping bags foe various clients An Internal analysis of the business has revealed the following information about the company.
a) Recent investment in new machinery will enable the company to continue its innovation programme b) Feedback from customers and an Increase in sales suggests that Leo Bugs is recognised as a quality brand c) The number of staff currently employed in the company is sufficient to meet expected future growth d) The ability of EcoBags to respond quickly to new market demands has earned it an innovation award.
e) The company has significant retained profits, which will help fund the innovation programme.
Which of these would be considered as 'tangible' resources in a resource audit?

  • A. a, b and d.
  • B. a, c and e.
  • C. b, c, and e.
  • D. c, d, and e

正解:B

解説:
Explanation
A resource audit is a technique for identifying and evaluating the resources that an organisation has or needs to achieve its objectives. It helps to assess the availability and quality of an organisation's resources, such as human, physical, financial and intangible resources. Therefore, option C is the correct answer, as it identifies which of these would be considered as 'tangible' resources in a resource audit. Tangible resources are resources that have physical existence and can be seen or touched by human senses. Examples of tangible resources are machinery, equipment, buildings, materials, money etc. Option A identifies 'a' (recent investment in new machinery), 'c' (the number of staff currently employed in the company) and 'e' (the company has significant retained profits) as tangible resources in a resource audit. These are correct examples of tangible resources in a resource audit, as they have physical existence and can be seen or touched by human senses. Option B identifies 'b' (feedback from customers and an increase in sales), 'c' (the number of staff currently employed in the company) and 'e' (the company has significant retained profits) as tangible resources in a resource audit. These are incorrect examples of tangible resources in a resource audit, as 'b' (feedback from customers and an increase in sales) is an intangible resource, not a tangible resource.
Intangible resources are resources that have no physical existence and cannot be seen or touched by human senses. Examples of intangible resources are reputation, brand, knowledge, skills etc. Option D identifies 'c' (the number of staff currently employed in the company), 'd' (the ability of EcoBags to respond quickly to new market demands) and 'e' (the company has significant retained profits) as tangible resources in a resource audit. These are incorrect examples of tangible resources in a resource audit, as 'd' (the ability of EcoBags to respond quickly to new market demands) is an intangible resource, not a tangible resource.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 34.


質問 # 49
The board of Jackson Holding wants to save money on its purchases by introducing a new procurements system Before preparing the business case, what activity would it be BEST to undertake?

  • A. Approve the budget for the new system
  • B. Prepare a Feasibility Study
  • C. Select a procurement solution
  • D. Prepare a Benefits Realisation Report

正解:B

解説:
Explanation
A Feasibility Study is an assessment of whether a proposed business change or solution is viable and worthwhile. It helps to evaluate the benefits, costs, risks and constraints of different options and recommend the best one for further development. Therefore, option A is the correct answer, as preparing a Feasibility Study would be the best activity to undertake before preparing a business case for introducing a new procurement system. A Feasibility Study would help to identify and compare different procurement solutions based on their technical, operational, economic, legal and social feasibility. It would also help to estimate their expected benefits, costs, risks and impacts on the organisation and its stakeholders. A Feasibility Study would provide a solid foundation for preparing a business case that justifies why a particular procurement solution should be selected and implemented. Option B is not a correct answer, as selecting a procurement solution would not be an appropriate activity to undertake before preparing a business case. Selecting a procurement solution would require conducting a Feasibility Study first to evaluate different options and choose the best one based on objective criteria. Selecting a procurement solution without conducting a Feasibility Study would risk choosing an unsuitable or suboptimal solution that may not meet the organisation's needs or objectives.
Option C is not a correct answer, as approving the budget for the new system would not be an appropriate activity to undertake before preparing a business case. Approving the budget for the new system would require preparing a business case first to estimate the costs and benefits of different options and justify why a particular option should be funded and implemented. Approving the budget for the new system without preparing a business case would risk allocating insufficient or excessive funds that may not reflect the value or feasibility of the solution. Option D is not a correct answer, as preparing a Benefits Realisation Report would not be an appropriate activity to undertake before preparing a business case. Preparing a Benefits Realisation Report would require implementing the new system first to measure and evaluate its actual benefits against its expected benefits. Preparing a Benefits Realisation Report without preparing a business case would risk implementing an ineffective or inefficient solution that may not deliver the desired outcomes or benefits.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 29.


質問 # 50
A business analyst and a project manager are producing a business case for an initiative, which aims to improve the cyber defences of a large financial services provider They met recently to review progress and made the following notes for the next draft
1. The benefits of cyber security will be hard to describe in quantitative terms, so we will need to describe these qualitatively.
2 We need to make it clear that we have fully explored the solution market, and we have considered a range of approaches to meeting the objectives of this project.
3. The threat posed to the organisation from cyber attack, and therefore the justification for this project, needs to be clearly articulated Which THREE sections of a business case will cover these points'?

  • A. Description of the current situation
  • B. Risk assessment
  • C. Recommendations
  • D. Analysis of costs and benefits
  • E. Options considered

正解:A、D、E

解説:
Explanation
A business case is a document that provides the rationale and justification for a proposed business change or solution. It helps to evaluate the benefits, costs, risks and impacts of different options and recommend the best one for further development and implementation. A business case typically consists of several sections, such as executive summary, description of the current situation, description of the desired situation, options considered, analysis of costs and benefits, risk assessment and recommendations. Therefore, options A, B and C are correct answers, as they cover the sections of a business case that will address the points noted by the business analyst and the project manager. Options considered is the section where different approaches or solutions to meet the objectives of the project are identified and described. It helps to show that a range of alternatives have been explored and evaluated. Analysis of costs and benefits is the section where the financial implications of each option are estimated and compared. It helps to show the expected value and return on investment of each option. Description of the current situation is the section where the problem or opportunity that motivates the project is clearly defined and articulated. It helps to show the justification and urgency for the project. Option D is not a correct answer, as recommendations is not a section of a business case that will address any of the points noted by the business analyst and the project manager. Recommendations is the section where the preferred option is selected and proposed based on the analysis and evaluation of other sections. Option E is not a correct answer, as risk assessment is not a section of a business case that will address any of the points noted by the business analyst and the project manager. Risk assessment is the section where the uncertainties and potential negative consequences of each option are identified and analysed. It helps to show how risks can be avoided, reduced or managed.
References: BCS Practitioner Certificate in BAP Specimen, page 30.


質問 # 51
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