PfMP Portfolio Strategic Alignment Practice Question
A portfolio manager is asked to include a project that is not aligned with the current strategy but is sponsored by a high-ranking executive. How should the manager handle this?
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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Evaluate the project against the strategic criteria and present the findings to the executive.
Portfolio managers must maintain integrity by evaluating all projects against the agreed-upon strategic criteria.
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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Evaluate the project against the strategic criteria and present the findings to the executive.
Why this is correct
Using objective criteria for decision-making is essential for professional portfolio management.
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Refuse to speak to the executive.
Why it's wrong here
This is unprofessional and unhelpful.
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Change the strategy to match the project.
Why it's wrong here
Strategy should not be changed for a single project.
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Add it immediately to satisfy the executive.
Why it's wrong here
This compromises the portfolio's integrity.
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