PGMP · Question #506
An initiative involves the development of new technology and leverages existing technologies. It is determined critical by the program governance board and the program sponsor that a comprehensive…
The correct answer is D. Program risk management planning. In the PMI Standard for Program Management, risk management planning is a defined process (Plan Program Risk Management) within the Program Definition phase. Option D refers to this specific risk management planning process/activity where the risk management plan is formally…
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An initiative involves the development of new technology and leverages existing technologies. It is determined critical by the program governance board and the program sponsor that a comprehensive risk management plan be put in place. In what phase is the risk management plan created?
Options
- AProgram definition
- BProgram execution management
- CProgram delivery
- DProgram risk management planning
How the community answered
(62 responses)- A6% (4)
- B3% (2)
- C13% (8)
- D77% (48)
Explanation
In the PMI Standard for Program Management, risk management planning is a defined process (Plan Program Risk Management) within the Program Definition phase. Option D refers to this specific risk management planning process/activity where the risk management plan is formally created - identifying the approach, tools, roles, responsibilities, and methodologies for managing risk throughout the program. While Program Definition (A) is the broader phase during which this happens, D more precisely identifies the specific activity (risk management planning) where the plan is produced. Program Execution Management (B) and Program Delivery (C) are phases where the risk management plan is executed, not created. The risk management plan must exist before execution begins, which is why it is created during the planning process within Program Definition.
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