PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Processes Practice Question
Which process is responsible for authorising the initiation of a project?
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Directing a Project
Directing a Project is the process by which the Project Board authorises the initiation of a project, among other key decisions.
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Controlling a Stage
Why it's wrong here
Controlling a Stage is a PM process; authorisation of initiation is a Project Board responsibility.
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Starting Up a Project
Why it's wrong here
Starting Up a Project prepares the Project Brief but does not authorise initiation.
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Directing a Project
Why this is correct
Authorising initiation is a key decision made by the Project Board within Directing a Project.
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Initiating a Project
Why it's wrong here
Initiating a Project is the process that follows authorisation; it does not authorise itself.
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