Define Program Direction and Alignment PGMP Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21application · medium

   A pharmaceutical company is developing a program to launch a new drug. The drug is effective but has potential side effects that are not fully disclosed in the marketing materials. The program manager is aware of this ethical concern. What should the program manager do?

   • ARaise the ethical concern with stakeholders and ensure full disclosure of side effects in marketing materials.
   • BLeave the decision to the marketing team, as they are responsible for the materials.
   • CProceed with the launch, as the drug is effective and will help many patients.
   • DDelay the launch until the side effects are completely eliminated.
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2. 22foundation · easy

   Why is it important to analyze regulatory and legal constraints early in the program?

   • ATo determine the program's communication strategy
   • BTo ensure the program can be delivered within legal boundaries
   • CTo assign resources to program components
   • DTo identify potential cost savings in procurement
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4. 23application · medium

   A technology company is considering a program to develop a new product line. The business case shows strong financial returns, but the legal team has identified potential regulatory hurdles in key markets. The program sponsor wants to proceed. What should the program manager do to validate the program's feasibility?

   • AUpdate the business case to include regulatory risks and assess their impact on feasibility.
   • BProceed with the program, as the business case is financially sound.
   • CCancel the program, as regulatory hurdles are too risky.
   • DAsk the legal team to resolve the regulatory issues before proceeding.
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5. 24application · medium

   A multinational corporation is launching a program in a country with a hierarchical culture where decisions are made by senior leaders. The program manager, based in a different country, is used to a collaborative style. Stakeholders expect formal communication and respect for authority. What should the program manager do to ensure program objectives align with stakeholder expectations?

   • AEvaluate the cultural and political climate and adapt communication and decision-making approaches accordingly.
   • BInsist on a flat decision-making structure to align with corporate values.
   • CLimit communication to written reports to avoid cultural misunderstandings.
   • DImplement the program using the program manager's preferred collaborative style.
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6. 25application · medium

   A government agency is planning a program to modernize its IT infrastructure. The initial assessment shows that the program aligns with the agency's strategic plan, but there are significant risks related to data privacy regulations. The program manager must define program objectives. What should the program manager do?

   • ADefine objectives based solely on the strategic plan, as it is the primary driver.
   • BDefer objective definition until the risks are fully understood.
   • CFocus on the business case and ignore the regulatory risks.
   • DIncorporate the regulatory risks into the program objectives and requirements.
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