PRINCE2F People: organizations, teams, and leadership Practice Question
A Project Manager is setting up the project's organization structure. They need to ensure that the Project Board members understand their responsibilities. Which TWO of the following are responsibilities of the Project Board? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently confuse the strategic governance role of the Project Board with the operational responsibilities of the Project Manager and team, such as managing daily activities or creating products.
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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Approving the project initiation documentation
The Project Board is responsible for approving the project initiation documentation and authorizing project closure. These are key governance decisions that ensure the project remains aligned with business objectives and is formally closed. Day-to-day management, product creation, and work package assignment are delegated to the Project Manager and team.
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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Managing the day-to-day activities of the project team
Why it's wrong here
Managing day-to-day activities is the responsibility of the Project Manager, not the Project Board. The Project Board provides direction and makes key decisions, but delegates daily management to the Project Manager. Involving the Board in daily tasks would be inefficient and contrary to the principle of manage by exception.
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Approving the project initiation documentation
Why this is correct
The Project Board is accountable for the overall success of the project. Approving the project initiation documentation (PID) is a key decision at the end of the initiating a project process. This approval authorizes the Project Manager to proceed with the project. It ensures the Project Board has reviewed and accepted the project's baseline before committing resources.
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Authorizing the closure of the project
Why this is correct
The Project Board authorizes project closure after confirming that all products have been delivered and accepted, and that the project has met its objectives. This decision is made at the end of the closing a project process. It is a critical governance responsibility to ensure the project is formally closed and benefits are realized.
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Creating the project's products
Why it's wrong here
Creating products is typically the responsibility of the project team, under the direction of the Project Manager and Team Managers. The Project Board does not create products; they provide governance and strategic direction. Their role is to ensure the project delivers the required products, not to produce them.
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Assigning work packages to team members
Why it's wrong here
Assigning work packages is a Project Manager responsibility, often delegated to Team Managers. The Project Board focuses on higher-level decisions, such as approving plans and tolerances. They do not get involved in operational task allocation, which is part of the controlling a stage process managed by the Project Manager.
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