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    PracticePMI PMP®PMI PMP Practice Exam 4Question 28
    Hard1 markMultiple Choice
    Task 14: Establish project governance structureproject governanceorganizational culturematrix organizationstakeholder management

    PMP · Question 28 · Task 14: Establish project governance structure

    A project manager is establishing governance for a complex, multi-phase transformation program involving multiple business units and external partners. The organization has a matrix structure with functional managers who control resources, and the program has high visibility with the executive team. Different business units have varying risk tolerances and decision-making styles. What should the project manager do FIRST?

    Answer options:

    A.

    Implement the organization's standard project governance framework across all business units

    B.

    Analyze organizational culture and stakeholder preferences to design appropriate governance structures for different program components

    C.

    Create a centralized governance structure with executive oversight to ensure consistent decision-making

    D.

    Allow each business unit to establish their own governance approach to respect their autonomy

    How to approach this question

    Look for approaches that analyze organizational characteristics and stakeholder needs before designing governance structures.

    Full Answer

    B.Analyze organizational culture and stakeholder preferences to design appropriate governance structures for different program components✓ Correct
    B
    Effective governance requires understanding organizational culture, stakeholder preferences, and structural constraints to design appropriate decision-making and oversight mechanisms.

    Common mistakes

    Students often choose standard or centralized approaches rather than recognizing the need to analyze organizational characteristics first.
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