Methodology

An organized framework of methods, procedures, techniques, and rules that practitioners in a field rely on to carry out their work.

Key Points

  • Provides a structured, repeatable way of doing project work using defined processes, templates, and rules.
  • Improves consistency, quality, and predictability across projects in the same organization or discipline.
  • Can be prescriptive or allow tailoring to fit project size, complexity, and context.
  • Different from a life cycle; a methodology can be applied across various life cycles (e.g., predictive, iterative).

Example

An engineering firm uses a predictive methodology with phase-gates. Every project must create a scope statement, WBS, schedule baseline, risk register, and follow formal change control and approval rules. Project managers may tailor certain templates but must keep the required reviews and decision points.

PMP Example Question

Which option best describes a methodology in project management?

  1. A defined set of processes, procedures, templates, and rules that practitioners follow to execute work
  2. The sequence of phases a product goes through from concept to closure
  3. The organizational system that defines who approves decisions and changes
  4. The document that formally authorizes a project and grants the project manager authority

Correct Answer: A — Methodology

Explanation: A methodology is the structured system of practices and rules used to carry out work. B describes a life cycle, C is governance, and D is the project charter.

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