Ensure Strategic Alignment PGMP Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11application · medium

   A program is developing a new HR system. During the requirements gathering phase, the HR director requests that the system include a new module for performance management. The program's strategic objective is to improve employee engagement. The performance management module is expected to support this objective. What should the program manager do?

   • AAdd the module to the program's risk register as a potential scope change.
   • BInclude the module in the program's scope and update the integration management plan accordingly.
   • CAsk the HR director to submit a formal change request and wait for approval before proceeding.
   • DReject the module because it was not in the original scope.
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2. 12application · medium

   A program manager is implementing the program integration management plan. The plan includes a process for operational handover from projects to operations. During the handover of a new system, the operations team reports that they do not have the necessary training to support the system. What should the program manager do?

   • AProceed with the handover and let the operations team learn on the job.
   • BDelay the entire program until the operations team is fully trained.
   • CEscalate the issue to the sponsor and request additional budget for training.
   • DWork with the project and operations teams to develop a training plan before the handover is completed.
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4. 13foundation · easy

   Which action supports operational alignment with strategic objectives?

   • AReducing the number of operational meetings
   • BIncreasing the program's operational budget
   • COutsourcing all operational activities
   • DAligning operational processes with the program's strategic goals
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5. 14foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of implementing processes to ensure ongoing strategic alignment?

   • ATo keep the program aligned with strategic objectives throughout its lifecycle
   • BTo reduce the number of program components
   • CTo eliminate the need for stakeholder engagement
   • DTo ensure all program activities are completed on time
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6. 15foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of the program integration management plan?

   • ATo define the program's budget and financial controls
   • BTo assign individual tasks to team members
   • CTo list all risks and their mitigation strategies
   • DTo integrate program components and processes to support strategic objectives
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