PGMP · Question #40
You are the program manager for your organization. You're currently creating an accountability matrix starting with yourself, the program manager and the program sponsor. What program management…
The correct answer is C. Initiate program process. The program sponsor is formally identified during the Initiate Program process (also referred to as Program Initiation). During this process, key governance roles - including the program sponsor - are established, and the program is formally authorized. The sponsor is a…
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You are the program manager for your organization. You're currently creating an accountability matrix starting with yourself, the program manager and the program sponsor. What program management process identifies the program sponsor?
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- APre-program setup phase
- BAuthorization of program processes and projects
- CInitiate program process
- DInitiation of the program management team
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(20 responses)- B5% (1)
- C95% (19)
Explanation
The program sponsor is formally identified during the Initiate Program process (also referred to as Program Initiation). During this process, key governance roles - including the program sponsor - are established, and the program is formally authorized. The sponsor is a critical figure in governance and is identified at initiation so they can provide leadership, resources, and executive oversight throughout the program lifecycle. The pre-program setup phase (A) focuses on building the business case and justifying the program before formal initiation. Authorization of program processes and projects (B) happens later in the lifecycle once the program is already running. The initiation of the program management team (D) is a separate process focused on assembling the team, which occurs after the sponsor has already been identified in the initiate program process.
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