DPI Dpi Key Concepts Practice Question
A healthcare provider is establishing a clinical governance committee. Within ITIL 4 DPI, what is the primary distinction between governance and management?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Governance sets the direction and evaluates compliance, while management plans and executes operations
Governance directs and evaluates the organization, while management plans, builds, runs, and monitors activities under governance mandates.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Governance handles software coding, while management handles hardware maintenance
Why it's wrong here
Both governance and management span across IT and business domains, not just coding vs hardware.
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Governance sets the direction and evaluates compliance, while management plans and executes operations
Why this is correct
Governance evaluates, directs, and monitors; management plans, builds, runs, and monitors.
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Governance is performed exclusively by external auditors, while management is internal
Why it's wrong here
Internal executive leadership bodies provide governance.
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Governance is optional for non-profit entities, whereas management is mandatory
Why it's wrong here
Governance is required for all organizations, regardless of sector.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official AXELOS / PeopleCert exam blueprint
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