PRINCE2F Business Case and Organizing Practice Question
A project is in the Managing a Stage Boundary process. The Project Manager is preparing the End Stage Report and the next Stage Plan. The project board wants assurance that the project remains viable. Which role is accountable for confirming that the Business Case still aligns with corporate strategy?
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is assuming that the Project Manager or Project Assurance is responsible for the Business Case, when in PRINCE2 the Executive is the single point of accountability.
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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Executive
The Executive is accountable for the Business Case, including ensuring that it remains aligned with corporate strategy and that the project continues to be viable. During Managing a Stage Boundary, the Executive reviews the End Stage Report and next Stage Plan to make this confirmation, which is essential for authorizing the next stage.
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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Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
The Project Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of the project and for preparing the End Stage Report and next Stage Plan. However, the Project Manager does not own the Business Case; they provide information to the Executive, who is accountable for strategic alignment and viability.
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Executive
Why this is correct
The Executive is the single point of accountability for the project and is responsible for ensuring that the Business Case is aligned with corporate strategy and remains viable. During Managing a Stage Boundary, the Executive uses the End Stage Report and next Stage Plan to confirm ongoing viability and strategic alignment.
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Senior User
Why it's wrong here
The Senior User is responsible for specifying the needs of those who will use the project's products and for monitoring that the solution will meet those needs. While they contribute to benefits realization, they are not accountable for confirming that the Business Case aligns with corporate strategy; that is the Executive's responsibility.
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Project Assurance
Why it's wrong here
Project Assurance provides independent oversight and monitors the project on behalf of the project board. While they may review the Business Case, they are not accountable for confirming strategic alignment; that accountability rests with the Executive, who owns the Business Case.
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