PgMP Program Life Cycle Management Practice Question
What is the primary function of the Program Management Office (PMO) within a program?
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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To provide administrative and governance support to the program.
The PMO supports the program by providing standards, tools, and administrative support.
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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To make all strategic decisions for the program.
Why it's wrong here
Strategic decisions are for the Steering Committee.
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To write the program business case.
Why it's wrong here
This is typically done by the program sponsor.
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To manage the day-to-day work of the component projects.
Why it's wrong here
That is the role of project managers.
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To provide administrative and governance support to the program.
Why this is correct
The PMO is a support function.
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