PRINCE2F People: organizations, teams, and leadership Practice Question
Why does PRINCE2 recommend separating the role of Project Manager from Project Assurance?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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To provide an independent perspective on the project's status
Separating Project Manager from Project Assurance ensures objectivity and independence of assurance activities. The Project Manager is responsible for day-to-day management and cannot objectively assess their own work.
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To comply with regulatory requirements
Why it's wrong here
The separation is a recommended practice for objectivity, not necessarily regulatory.
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To reduce the workload of the Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
While it may reduce workload, the primary reason is independence.
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To provide an independent perspective on the project's status
Why this is correct
Independence is key to effective assurance.
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To allow the Project Manager to focus on quality reviews
Why it's wrong here
Quality reviews can involve the Project Manager; separation is not for this reason.
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