PgMP Program Life Cycle Management Practice Question
A program manager is setting up the program governance structure. Which group is responsible for providing high-level guidance and oversight?
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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Program Steering Committee.
The Program Steering Committee (or Program Board) provides the oversight and guidance required for program success.
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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Program Management Office (PMO) staff.
Why it's wrong here
They provide support, not governance oversight.
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Program Steering Committee.
Why this is correct
This group oversees the program's strategic direction.
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Project managers.
Why it's wrong here
They manage individual projects.
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Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
Why it's wrong here
They provide technical advice, not governance.
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