A knowledge area defines a subset of program management and its processes within that domain. For example, the knowledge area of quality management includes the processes related directly to quality m

The correct answer is C. Integration management. Integration Management is the knowledge area responsible for ensuring that all other knowledge areas - scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, communications, procurement, stakeholder management, etc. - work together in a coordinated and cohesive manner. It includes the processes t

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A knowledge area defines a subset of program management and its processes within that domain. For example, the knowledge area of quality management includes the processes related directly to quality management only. Which knowledge area ensures that all knowledge areas interact correctly with one another?

Options

AProgram benefits management
BProgram management planning
CIntegration management
DCommunications management

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(42 responses)

A
2% (1)
B
5% (2)
C
90% (38)
D
2% (1)

Explanation

Integration Management is the knowledge area responsible for ensuring that all other knowledge areas - scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, communications, procurement, stakeholder management, etc. - work together in a coordinated and cohesive manner. It includes the processes that unify, consolidate, and coordinate the various activities across the program. Program Benefits Management (A) focuses on defining and realizing program benefits. Program Management Planning (B) is a phase/process group, not a knowledge area. Communications Management (D) focuses specifically on information distribution and stakeholder communication, not cross-domain coordination.

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#Program management knowledge areas#Integration management#Program management fundamentals#Program structure

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