PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Processes Practice Question
A project is in its final stage. The Project Manager has verified that all products have been accepted and operational support is in place. Which process should the Project Manager initiate next?
⚠ Common exam trap
PRINCE2F often tests the boundary between Managing a Stage Boundary and Closing a Project; candidates incorrectly pick Managing a Stage Boundary for the final stage, forgetting that no subsequent stage exists to plan.
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Closing a Project
Closing a Project is the process used when the Project Manager confirms all products are accepted, operational support is in place, and the project can be formally closed. It confirms the project has delivered its objectives, obtains Project Board authorization to close, and hands over products and lessons. Since the final stage's products are accepted and support is arranged, this is exactly the trigger for Closing a Project.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Closing a Project
Why this is correct
Once products are accepted and operational support confirmed, the final stage's remaining activity is project closure. Closing a Project provides the controlled end, confirming acceptance, reviewing benefits and lessons, and releasing the project team and resources.
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Controlling a Stage
Why it's wrong here
Controlling a Stage covers day-to-day delivery within a stage, handling work packages, issues and progress; it does not close a project. It would be correct while products are still being delivered and the stage is mid-flight.
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Directing a Project
Why it's wrong here
Directing a Project is the board's process, not one the Project Manager initiates; the board authorises closure via Project Board activities once the Project Manager submits the End Project Report. It is correct for stage authorisation and project closure decisions.
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Managing a Stage Boundary
Why it's wrong here
Managing a Stage Boundary prepares the next stage's plan and updates the business case; with no further stage to authorise, it has no trigger here. It is correct at the end of any non-final stage, producing the End Stage Report for the board.
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