PgMP Program Life Cycle Management Practice Question
During program formulation, you are defining the program infrastructure. Which document serves as the primary instrument to formally authorize the existence of the program?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Program Charter
The program charter is the document issued by the sponsor that formally authorizes the existence of a program and provides the program manager with the authority to apply organizational resources to program activities.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Program Charter
Why this is correct
The charter is the formal authorization document.
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Business Case
Why it's wrong here
The business case justifies the program but does not authorize it.
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Program Management Plan
Why it's wrong here
This plan is developed after the program is authorized.
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Program Roadmap
Why it's wrong here
The roadmap is a strategic tool, not an authorization document.
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