PRINCE2F Practice Question: Overview of PRINCE2 and the project environment
Who chairs the Project Board?
⚠ Common exam trap
It's easy for candidates to confuse the Project Manager's operational leadership with the strategic chairing role of the Executive, or assume the Senior Supplier chairs due to resource control.
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
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Executive
The Executive is the chair of the Project Board in PRINCE2 because they have ultimate accountability for the project's business justification and overall success. The Executive owns the business case and is the key decision-maker, presiding over board meetings to ensure the project remains viable and aligned with organizational objectives.
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 PM is a board member but does not chair.
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Senior Supplier
Why it's wrong here
The Senior Supplier is a board member but does not chair.
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Executive
Why this is correct
Correct.
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Senior User
Why it's wrong here
The Senior User is a board member but does not chair.
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