According to the PMBOK® Guide (6th Edition) and the PMI Talent Triangle®, PMI defines three key skill sets required for project managers to be effective. These competencies ensure that a project manager can navigate the complexities of modern projects.
The Technical Project Management competency is specifically defined as the knowledge, skills, and behaviors related to the specific domains of Project, Program, and Portfolio Management. It represents the technical aspects of performing one’s role. Examples include the ability to:
Define the scope, schedule, and cost.
Use appropriate project management tools and techniques (e.g., Earned Value Management, Critical Path Method).
Tailor the project management processes to the specific needs of the project.
Analysis of the PMI Talent Triangle components:
Technical Project Management (The Answer): Focuses on the " how-to " of the project management domain.
Leadership: Focuses on the " soft skills " or power skills, such as the ability to guide, motivate, and direct a team to help an organization achieve its business goals.
Strategic and Business Management: Focuses on the " big picture " or business acumen, including the ability to see the high-level overview of the organization and effectively negotiate and implement decisions that support strategic alignment and innovation.
Analysis of Distractors:
A (Leadership management): While a core part of the Talent Triangle, it focuses on interpersonal skills and the ability to influence people, rather than domain-specific technical knowledge.
C and D (Strategic and Business Management): These are often grouped together in the Talent Triangle. They involve understanding the business environment, industry trends, and organizational strategy, rather than the technical tools of project management.
