PRINCE2F Business Case and Organizing Practice Question
Which THREE roles are part of the project board?
⚠ Common exam trap
PeopleCert often tests the distinction between roles and functions, so the trap here is confusing Project Assurance as a separate board role when it is actually a function that can be fulfilled by board members or others, not a distinct position on the board.
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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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Executive
The Executive is the single accountable role for the project and owns the business case, making it a mandatory member of the project board. The project board's three primary roles are Executive, Senior User, and Senior Supplier, as defined by PRINCE2's organizational structure.
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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Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
The Project Manager is a distinct role responsible for day-to-day management, not a member of the project board, which comprises the Executive, Senior User, and Senior Supplier. This option is tempting because the Project Manager works closely with the board and reports to it, so one might assume board membership. However, the PRINCE2® structure explicitly separates strategic decision-making (board) from delivery management (Project Manager).
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Executive
Why this is correct
Executive is on the project board.
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Senior Supplier
Why this is correct
Senior supplier is on the project board.
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Senior User
Why this is correct
Senior user is on the project board.
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Project Assurance
Why it's wrong here
Project Assurance is a role within the PRINCE2 management team, but it is not a member of the project board; the board comprises the Executive, Senior User, and Senior Supplier. It is tempting because Project Assurance monitors the project’s progress and compliance on behalf of the board, so it appears to be a board-level function. It would be correct if the question asked for roles that support the board rather than constitute it.
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