PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Processes Practice Question
Who is responsible for authorising the initiation of a project?
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently confuse the Executive's role as the single decision-maker with the collective responsibility of the Project Board, leading them to select 'Executive' instead of 'Project Board'.
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Why each option matters
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Project Board
In PRINCE2, the Project Board is collectively responsible for authorizing the initiation of a project. This decision is made during the 'Directing a Project' process, where the Project Board reviews the Project Brief and decides whether to proceed to the Initiation Stage. The Project Board's authority is derived from the corporate or programme management, but the actual authorization to initiate is a board-level responsibility.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Project Board
Why this is correct
The Project Board authorises initiation via DP.
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Executive
Why it's wrong here
The Executive is part of the Project Board, but authorisation is a Board decision.
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Corporate management
Why it's wrong here
Corporate management may appoint the Executive but does not directly authorise initiation.
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Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
The PM prepares the initiation request but does not authorise.
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