During the interview, the Head of PMO inquired about the interviewee's academic background and their involvement in extracurricular activities or projects while in school. They also delved into the candidate’s experience with using tools for creating charts, likely to assess their familiarity with project management methodologies and software that require chart or diagram generation. The focus was not only on their formal education but also on any practical experiences gained during school that might contribute to their problem-solving and analytical skills, essential for managing and visualizing project data.