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PgMP Program Governance Practice Question

Which THREE entities are typically involved in the program governance process?

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

Program Manager

The board, the sponsor, and the program manager are the primary actors in governance.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

  • Program Manager

    Why this is correct

    Executes the governance processes.

  • Program Sponsor

    Why this is correct

    Provides the mandate and organizational support.

  • External competitors

    Why it's wrong here

    Competitors are outside the program governance structure.

  • Office cleaning staff

    Why it's wrong here

    Irrelevant to program governance.

  • Program Governance Board

    Why this is correct

    The primary decision-making body.

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