- A
Senior User
Why wrong: The Senior User is responsible for specifying the benefits, but the Executive owns the Business Case.
- B
Executive
The Executive owns the Business Case and is responsible for ensuring business justification is maintained throughout the project.
- C
Project Assurance
Why wrong: Project Assurance is independent and provides checks, but does not own the Business Case.
- D
Project Manager
Why wrong: The Project Manager maintains the Business Case on a day-to-day basis but the Executive is responsible for it.
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Who Owns the Business Case in PRINCE2? The Executive's Role
This PRINCE2F practice question tests your understanding of prince2 practices. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Who is responsible for maintaining the Business Case throughout the project?
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
✓
Executive
Option B is correct. The Executive owns the Business Case and is ultimately responsible for its development and maintenance. While the Project Manager may handle day-to-day updates, accountability for the Business Case's ongoing viability rests with the Executive. Option A is incorrect because the Senior User's role is to specify benefits and user requirements, not to own the Business Case. Option C is incorrect because Project Assurance provides independent oversight, not business justification. Option D is incorrect because although the Project Manager maintains the Business Case, responsibility for its viability lies with the Executive.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Senior User
Why it's wrong here
The Senior User is responsible for specifying the benefits, but the Executive owns the Business Case.
- ✓
Executive
Why this is correct
The Executive owns the Business Case and is responsible for ensuring business justification is maintained throughout the project.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Project Assurance
Why it's wrong here
Project Assurance is independent and provides checks, but does not own the Business Case.
- ✗
Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
The Project Manager maintains the Business Case on a day-to-day basis but the Executive is responsible for it.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the PRINCE2F exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this PRINCE2F question test?
PRINCE2 Practices — This question tests PRINCE2 Practices — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Executive — Option B is correct. The Executive owns the Business Case and is ultimately responsible for its development and maintenance. While the Project Manager may handle day-to-day updates, accountability for the Business Case's ongoing viability rests with the Executive. Option A is incorrect because the Senior User's role is to specify benefits and user requirements, not to own the Business Case. Option C is incorrect because Project Assurance provides independent oversight, not business justification. Option D is incorrect because although the Project Manager maintains the Business Case, responsibility for its viability lies with the Executive.
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Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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Same concept, more angles
2 more ways this is tested on PRINCE2F
These questions test the same concept from different angles. Work through them to make sure you can recognise it however the exam phrases it.
Variation 1. Which role owns the Business Case in a PRINCE2 project?
easy- A.Senior Supplier
- B.Senior User
- C.Project Manager
- ✓ D.Executive
Why D: The Executive is the single individual who owns the Business Case in a PRINCE2 project. This role is ultimately accountable for the project's justification, ensuring that the project remains viable and aligned with corporate objectives throughout its lifecycle. The Executive approves the Business Case and is responsible for its ongoing review and any changes.
Variation 2. In PRINCE2, who is responsible for the Business Case?
easy- A.The Senior Supplier
- B.The Project Manager
- C.The Senior User
- ✓ D.The Executive
Why D: The Executive is the single individual responsible for the Business Case in PRINCE2. They own the project's justification and ensure it remains viable throughout the project lifecycle, approving any changes that affect its viability. The Business Case is the Executive's primary accountability, as defined in the PRINCE2 manual.
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