PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Processes Practice Question
Who is responsible for authorizing a Work Package?
⚠ Common exam trap
Watch out — candidates often confuse the Project Manager's operational authorization of Work Packages with the Project Board's strategic authorization of stages or the Executive's overall business accountability, leading candidates to select the Project Board or Executive incorrectly.
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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Project Manager
In PRINCE2, the Project Manager is responsible for authorizing Work Packages, which are defined in the 'Managing Product Delivery' process. The Project Manager issues the Work Package to the Team Manager, specifying the product description, reporting requirements, and constraints. This authorization ensures the team has clear instructions to produce the required deliverables.
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 Board
Why it's wrong here
Board authorizes stages, not individual Work Packages.
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Project Manager
Why this is correct
PM authorizes Work Packages as part of CS.
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Team Manager
Why it's wrong here
Team Manager accepts and delivers Work Packages, does not authorize.
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Executive
Why it's wrong here
Executive is part of Board but does not authorize Work Packages individually.
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