PRINCE2F People: organizations, teams, and leadership Practice Question
In PRINCE2, what is the main reason for separating the Project Manager role from the Project Assurance role?
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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To ensure independent monitoring and control of the project
Separation ensures independent and objective assurance that the project is running correctly, free from the biases or conflicts of day-to-day management.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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To reduce the workload of the Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
While workload may be affected, the primary reason is independence.
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To ensure independent monitoring and control of the project
Why this is correct
Project Assurance provides an independent view to the Project Board, not influenced by the Project Manager.
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To allow the Project Manager to focus on technical tasks
Why it's wrong here
The Project Manager focuses on management, not technical tasks.
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To enable the Project Board to delegate more responsibilities
Why it's wrong here
The Board delegates to PM, but Assurance remains independent.
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