PRINCE2F Business Case and Organizing Practice Question
You are the project manager of a PRINCE2 project to organize a major industry conference. The executive has asked you to prepare the business case for the project. Which of the following must be included in the business case according to PRINCE2?
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is assuming that organizational details or detailed plans are part of the business case, when they are separate documents within the project initiation documentation.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Reasons why the project is needed, expected benefits, and associated risks
According to PRINCE2, the business case must include the reasons why the project is needed, the expected benefits, and the associated risks. It also includes costs, timescales, and an investment appraisal. These elements collectively justify the project and ensure it remains desirable, viable, and achievable. The business case is a living document, updated at stage boundaries and in exception situations.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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The project's risk management approach and risk register
Why it's wrong here
The risk management approach and risk register are separate documents within the project initiation documentation. The business case includes a summary of key risks, but it does not contain the full risk management approach or the detailed risk register. The business case references risks that could affect the business justification, but the comprehensive risk documentation is maintained separately.
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Reasons why the project is needed, expected benefits, and associated risks
Why this is correct
The business case in PRINCE2 must include the reasons why the project is needed, the expected benefits, and the associated risks. It also covers costs, timescales, and the investment appraisal. These elements together justify the project and demonstrate that it is desirable, viable, and achievable. This is essential for the project board to make informed decisions about continuing the project.
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The detailed stage plan for the first delivery stage
Why it's wrong here
The detailed stage plan is a separate document, typically created by the project manager and approved by the project board. While the stage plan may inform the business case's cost and timescale estimates, it is not a required component of the business case itself. The business case focuses on the overall justification and viability of the project, not the granular planning of a specific stage.
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The project's organization structure and role descriptions
Why it's wrong here
The organization structure and role descriptions are part of the project initiation documentation, specifically the organization section, but they are not a required component of the business case itself. The business case focuses on the justification for the project, including benefits, costs, risks, and timescales. While the organization is important for delivery, it is not a core element of the business case.
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