PRINCE2F People: organizations, teams, and leadership Practice Question
During a PRINCE2 project, the Project Board has delegated change authority to a Change Authority for changes within a certain cost threshold. A Request for Change is raised that exceeds the threshold. The Project Manager is unsure who should make the decision. According to PRINCE2, who should decide on this change?
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is assuming that the Change Authority can handle any change once delegated, but their authority is strictly limited by the threshold set by the Project Board.
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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The Project Board, because the change exceeds the delegated authority
When a change exceeds the delegated authority of the Change Authority, it must be escalated to the Project Board. The board is accountable for the project and makes decisions on significant changes that affect the project's business case, scope, or tolerances. This ensures proper governance and alignment with the principle of management by exception.
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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The Change Authority, because they have been delegated change control decisions
Why it's wrong here
The Change Authority only has authority within the delegated threshold. Since this change exceeds that threshold, it falls outside their remit. They should not make the decision; instead, it must be escalated. This maintains the integrity of the delegation and ensures the Project Board retains control over significant changes.
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The Project Board, because the change exceeds the delegated authority
Why this is correct
The Project Board is ultimately accountable for the project and retains authority for decisions beyond the delegated threshold. When a change exceeds the Change Authority's limit, it must be escalated to the Project Board for a decision. This aligns with the PRINCE2 principle of management by exception, ensuring that higher-level authority handles significant deviations.
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The Project Manager, because they are responsible for day-to-day management
Why it's wrong here
The Project Manager manages the project on a day-to-day basis but does not have the authority to approve changes that exceed the delegated threshold. Their role is to assess the change and escalate it if necessary. Approving it would bypass the Project Board's control and violate the principle of management by exception.
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The Senior User, because they represent the user community affected by the change
Why it's wrong here
The Senior User is a member of the Project Board and may be involved in the decision, but they do not have unilateral authority to approve changes outside the delegated threshold. The decision must be made collectively by the Project Board. Acting alone would undermine the board's collective responsibility and could lead to unbalanced decision-making.
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