PgMP Program Benefits Management Practice Question
A program manager identifies that a specific benefit is no longer aligned with the updated organizational strategy mid-execution. What is the most appropriate next step?
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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Formally request a review of the benefit by the Program Steering Committee.
Program managers must ensure benefits remain aligned with strategic objectives. When alignment drifts, the benefit must be re-evaluated for validity and potential termination.
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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Immediately terminate all projects associated with the benefit.
Why it's wrong here
Termination requires formal assessment and governance approval.
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Modify the benefit realization plan without notifying stakeholders.
Why it's wrong here
Changes to benefits require transparency and stakeholder engagement.
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Continue the project to avoid sunk costs.
Why it's wrong here
Continuing a non-aligned project wastes resources.
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Formally request a review of the benefit by the Program Steering Committee.
Why this is correct
Governance bodies are responsible for approving changes to the program scope and benefit viability.
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