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PK0-003 · Question #253

An individual's responsibilities for Project Ainclude:1) Select the project leader, 2) Assure objectives are in-line with strategic goals/directions of the organization, 3) Assure the needed resources

The correct answer is C. Project Sponsor.. The responsibilities described, including selecting the project leader, assuring strategic alignment, and securing resources, are characteristic duties of a Project Sponsor.

Project management concepts

Question

An individual's responsibilities for Project Ainclude:1) Select the project leader, 2) Assure objectives are in-line with strategic goals/directions of the organization, 3) Assure the needed resources are available for successful project completion. This individual's role is:

Options

  • AProject Stakeholder.
  • BProject Manager.
  • CProject Sponsor.
  • DProject Analyst.

How the community answered

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  • A
    3% (2)
  • C
    95% (58)
  • D
    2% (1)

Why each option

The responsibilities described, including selecting the project leader, assuring strategic alignment, and securing resources, are characteristic duties of a Project Sponsor.

AProject Stakeholder.

A Project Stakeholder is any individual or group that is affected by the project or can influence it, which is too broad and does not specifically encompass the executive responsibilities listed.

BProject Manager.

A Project Manager is responsible for the day-to-day execution, managing the project team, and delivering the project scope, not typically selecting the project leader or securing high-level resources.

CProject Sponsor.Correct

The Project Sponsor is a senior management role responsible for authorizing the project, aligning it with organizational strategy, securing high-level resources, and often selecting the Project Manager (or project leader). This individual champions the project and ensures its success from an executive perspective.

DProject Analyst.

A Project Analyst typically provides support to the project manager, performing data analysis, reporting, and administrative tasks, and does not hold strategic decision-making authority over the project's direction or resources.

Concept tested: Project role responsibilities - Project Sponsor

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