PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Practices Practice Question
In the Organising practice, what is the single point of accountability for the project's business justification?
⚠ Common exam trap
Watch out — candidates often confuse the Project Board's collective responsibility with the Executive's singular accountability, or mistakenly assign business justification to the Project Manager who manages the business case but does not own it.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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The Executive (Senior Responsible Owner)
In PRINCE2, the Executive (Senior Responsible Owner) is the single point of accountability for the project's business justification. This role owns the business case, ensures the project remains viable, and has ultimate authority over its initiation, continuation, and closure. The Project Manager is accountable for day-to-day management, not the business justification.
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 Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
The Project Manager runs the project day to day on the board's delegated tolerance, but accountability for the business justification sits above that role. It is tempting because the Project Manager prepares the Business Case, and would be correct for the daily management of its production.
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The Executive (Senior Responsible Owner)
Why this is correct
The Executive is the single point of accountability for the project's business justification, owning the Business Case. This satisfies the Organising practice's requirement that one individual, not a committee, remains answerable for ensuring the project delivers value.
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The Senior User
Why it's wrong here
The Senior User represents user interests and benefits realisation, not the business justification itself. It is tempting because users do articulate benefits, and the role would be correct when specifying requirements and confirming the solution meets them.
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The Project Board
Why it's wrong here
The Project Board holds collective accountability, so it is not a single point; the Executive alone owns the business justification. It is tempting because the board does approve the Business Case, and would be correct when authorising the project and its continued viability.
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