PgMP Program Life Cycle Management Practice Question
A program is nearing closure. The program manager identifies that some benefits have not been realized due to a change in the market environment. How should the program manager handle this?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Document the unachieved benefits in the Final Program Report and transition them to operations.
The program manager should document the variance and provide recommendations in the final program report.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Document the unachieved benefits in the Final Program Report and transition them to operations.
Why this is correct
This provides transparency and allows the organization to monitor future realization.
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Extend the program duration to realize the remaining benefits.
Why it's wrong here
The program should be closed according to the closure process unless authorized to extend.
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Re-open the program formulation phase to reassess the business case.
Why it's wrong here
Program closure is the correct phase for reporting status, not re-formulation.
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Ignore the missing benefits if the primary program goal was met.
Why it's wrong here
All benefits must be accounted for.
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