PRINCE2-PRACTITIONER Practices Practice Question
A project manager is drafting the initial Business Case for a sustainable energy transition project. According to PRINCE2 7th Edition, which role is primarily accountable for ensuring that the Business Case remains viable throughout the project lifecycle?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Executive
The Executive is ultimately accountable for the Business Case, ensuring it remains viable, aligned with corporate strategy, and desirable.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Executive
Why this is correct
The Executive owns the Business Case and is accountable for ensuring its ongoing viability.
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Corporate, Programme Management or Portfolio Direction
Why it's wrong here
They set the organizational context and mandate the project, but do not own the specific project Business Case.
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Project Assurance
Why it's wrong here
Project Assurance provides independent monitoring of the Business Case, not accountability.
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Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
The Project Manager maintains the Business Case on behalf of the Executive, but the Executive is accountable for it.
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