Question

A project organization structure where team members report to a functional manager as well as to the project manager is called A. a matrix structure. B. a functional structure. C. a fixed structure. D. a pure project structure.

Answer 1

Answer:

A. a matrix structure.

Explanation:

A matrix organizational structure is a type work structure where reporting relationships between employees are set up as a matrix rather than the conventional hierarchy approach. This simply means, there are two (2) chains of command; employees have dual reporting relationships to both a project and functional manager.

The matrix organizational structure can be classified into three (3) categories, these are;

1. Weak matrix structure.

2. Balanced matrix structure.

3. Strong matrix structure.

In project management, a strong matrix is also known as the project matrix and it basically refers to a matrix project that is significantly similar or having close resemblance with the pure project. In the strong matrix structure, the project manager controls most of the project activities and functions, including the assignment and control of project resources.

This ultimately implies that the project manager primarily holds a full-time role and has a sole authority, and as such control the budget. The role of the functional manager is usually minimal.

Hence, a project organization structure where team members report to a functional manager as well as to the project manager is called a matrix structure.