PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Practices Practice Question
Who is responsible for maintaining the Business Case throughout the project?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates often confuse the Executive's ownership of the Business Case with the responsibility for its maintenance, leading them to incorrectly select the Executive instead of the Project Manager.
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
The Project Manager is responsible for maintaining the Business Case throughout the project because PRINCE2 assigns this role to the Project Manager as part of the 'Managing a Stage Boundary' and 'Directing a Project' processes. The Project Manager ensures the Business Case remains viable by updating it with actual costs, benefits, and risks, and by presenting it to the Project Board for approval at key decision points. This is distinct from the Executive, who owns the Business Case but delegates its day-to-day maintenance to the Project Manager.
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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Executive
Why it's wrong here
The Executive owns the Business Case but is not responsible for its day-to-day maintenance.
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Senior User
Why it's wrong here
The Senior User represents the users and provides requirements but does not maintain the Business Case.
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Project Manager
Why this is correct
The Project Manager is responsible for maintaining the Business Case throughout the project.
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Project Board
Why it's wrong here
The Project Board approves changes to the Business Case but does not maintain it.
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