MSP Foundation Questions + Answers

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QUESTION 1
Under which heading in the POTI model should the current performance level of an operational area be recorded?
A. Process
B. Organization C. Technology D. Information
Correct Answer: A Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://pmtips.net/article/poti-model-p ... blueprints QUESTION 2
Which document should be used to provide guidance on the standards that should be followed when producing outputs?
A. Projects Dossier
B. Project Brief
C. Programme Blueprint D. Programme Brief
Correct Answer: B Section: (none) Explanation
Explanation/Reference:
Reference: https://www.simplilearn.com/overview-of ... l-tutorial




QUESTION 3
Which risk response encourages collaboration on risk management activities?
A. Avoid
B. Reduce
C. Share
D. Prepare contingent plans
Correct Answer: C Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://www.simplilearn.com/overview-of ... t-tutorial QUESTION 4
Which is a characteristic of a programme?
A. It manages the planning, monitoring and control of projects
B. It co-ordinates, directs and oversees the implementation of a set of related projects and activities
C. It delivers one or more outputs in accordance with an agreed business case
D. It defines an organization’s approach to achieving its corporate objectives in a given area of business
Correct Answer: B Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://repmt.com/learning-paths/msp-ma ... rogrammes/ QUESTION 5
Which role would be MOST LIKELY to initiate assurance reviews of project performance?
A. Senior responsible owner B. Programme manager
C. Business change manager D. Programme office
Correct Answer: B



Section: (none) Explanation
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QUESTION 6
Which of the following statements about a vision-led programme is true? 1. Tendstobetopdowninapproach,withcrossfunctionalimplications 2. Evolvesfromconcurrentprojects
A. Only 1 is true
B. Only 2 is true
C. Both 1 and 2 are true D. Neither 1 or 2 is true
Correct Answer: A Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://repmt.com/learning-paths/msp-ma ... rogrammes/ QUESTION 7
What document provides terms of reference for the Sponsoring Group?
A. Programme Brief
B. Quality and Assurance Strategy C. Resource Management Plan
D. Organization Structure
Correct Answer: D Section: (none) Explanation
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QUESTION 8
When applying the vision governance theme, which is an area of focus for the senior responsible owner?


A. To ensure that the vision statement supports the programme communications plan B. To ensure that the organization is capable of achieving the transformation described C. To deliver the operational changes needed to achieve the desired end state
D. To assess the impact of the vision statement on business operation
Correct Answer: C Section: (none) Explanation
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QUESTION 9
Which is a trigger for a compliance programme?
A. The corporate board has created a vision for change
B. A number of stand-alone projects would benefit from better coordination
C. The organization has to change to meet requirements of new legislation
D. The organization chooses to take a new innovative approach to product development
Correct Answer: C Section: (none) Explanation
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QUESTION 10
Which role provides a home for governance and control?
A. Sponsoring group
B. Programme board
C. Programme assurance D. Programme office
Correct Answer: D Section: (none) Explanation



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Reference: https://www.simplilearn.com/governance- ... s-tutorial QUESTION 11
In a multiple programme environment, which role may be performed by a ‘corporate portfolio board’?
A. Sponsoring group B. Programme board C. Design authority D. Programme office
Correct Answer: A Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://www.pmi.org/learning/library/ro ... ement-6799 QUESTION 12
What role is responsible for tracking the progress of risk responses?
A. Risk actionee
B. Risk Manager C. Risk owner
D. Design Authority
Correct Answer: C Section: (none) Explanation
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QUESTION 13
Which information is included in Benefit Profiles?
A. Scheduled reviews
B. Dependent capabilities



C. Procedures to avoid double counting D. Information audit requirements
Correct Answer: C Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://www.praxisframework.org/en/meth ... it-profile QUESTION 14
Which is a transformational flow process?
A. Benefits Management B. Realizing the Benefits C. Benefits Profiling
D. Reviewing Benefits
Correct Answer: B Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://www.vanharen.net/blog/msp-manag ... 3-minutes/ QUESTION 15
In which situation should benefits management continue after programme closure?
A. Transition is still being undertaken
B. Business change managers are still facilitating change C. The benefits still need to be aligned to corporate strategy D. Unexpected benefits are still being captured
Correct Answer: B Section: (none) Explanation
Explanation/Reference:
Reference: https://www.rsmuk.com/-/media/files/con ... -guide.pdf (10)



QUESTION 16
Which is the BEST definition of a stakeholder?
A. An individual, group or organization that can affect, or be affected by a programme
B. A member of a team that is formed to help its operational area through the change cycle C. A member of the programme management team or project management team
D. An individual accountable for the success of the programme
Correct Answer: A Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: http://msp.ioc-unesco.org/msp-good-prac ... keholders/ QUESTION 17
Which role is MOST focused on consulting with corporate governance bodies?
A. Senior responsible owner B. Programme manager
C. Business change manager D. Programme office
Correct Answer: D Section: (none) Explanation
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QUESTION 18
What provides a visual representation of risk aggregations and interdependencies?
A. Probability impact grid
B. Risk register
C. Summary risk profile
D. Risk management framework



Correct Answer: A Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://www.simplilearn.com/overview-of ... t-tutorial QUESTION 19
What provides an outline picture of what will be delivered by the programme?
A. Blueprint document B. Programme brief
C. Programme mandate D. Vision statement
Correct Answer: B Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://www.nationalcollege.org.uk/tran ... 4t5_M.html QUESTION 20
Which activity requires the programme office to be independent of the initiatives?
A. Project guidance
B. Control of standards C. Administrative duties D. Project support
Correct Answer: A Section: (none) Explanation
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QUESTION 21
Which is one of the critical organizational elements aligned by programme management?



A. Stakeholder communication
B. Evolutionary change
C. Quality control and assurance
D. Delivery mechanisms for change
Correct Answer: D Section: (none) Explanation
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QUESTION 22
Which statement is NOT valid for the path to benefit realization and corporate objectives?
A. Outcomes are enabled by capabilities and followed by realization of benefits
B. Outcomes are enabled by organizational change and can cause side effects
C. Outcomes lead to realization of benefits which contribute to corporate objectives D. Outcomes contribute to capabilities which trigger organizational change
Correct Answer: B Section: (none) Explanation
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QUESTION 23
What programme role is MOST likely to also have a role within a project board to represent the interests of the business?
A. Programme Office
B. Programme Manager
C. Programme Board
D. Business Change Manager
Correct Answer: C Section: (none) Explanation



Explanation/Reference:
Reference: https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/articles/ ... amme-board QUESTION 24
Which is MOST LIKELY to trigger premature closure of a programme?
A. The scope of one of the key projects has been changed
B. There is a change of senior responsible owner
C. The programme is no longer aligned with corporate strategy
D. The last tranche has been completed as per the programme plan
Correct Answer: C Section: (none) Explanation
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QUESTION 25
What should the programme manager provide for projects before they start?
A. A project tolerance level
B. A project plan
C. A project risk register
D. A detailed project specification
Correct Answer: B Section: (none) Explanation
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QUESTION 26
What is the BEST reason for using programme management?
A. It removes the need for strong leadership
B. It concentrates on delivering outputs
C. It provides a vision for the entire organization



D. It enables stakeholder engagement
Correct Answer: B Section: (none) Explanation
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QUESTION 27
Which of the following statements about the core elements of successful communications is true? 1. Stakeholder analysis is required
2. Audit trail is established
A. Only 1 is true
B. Only 2 is true
C. Both 1 and 2 are true D. Neither 1 or 2 is true
Correct Answer: A Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://www.simplilearn.com/leadership- ... w-tutorial QUESTION 28
Which is NOT a reason for Managing the Tranches?
A. To implement the Risk Management Strategy B. To coordinate and manage project delivery C. To maintain focus on stable operations
D. To maintain information and asset integrity
Correct Answer: A Section: (none) Explanation
Explanation/Reference:
Reference: https://www.simplilearn.com/managing-th ... s-tutorial


QUESTION 29
Which role focuses on monitoring the progress of the programme at a strategic level?
A. Sponsoring group
B. Programme manager
C. Senior responsible owner D. Risk manager
Correct Answer: B Section: (none) Explanation
Explanation/Reference:
Reference: https://www.simplilearn.com/delivering- ... y-tutorial
QUESTION 30
Which of the following statements about successful stakeholder engagement are true? 1. It is more active and embracing than communication.
2. It includes stakeholders in decision making and implementation.
A. Only 1 is true
B. Only 2 is true
C. Both 1 and 2 are true D. Neither 1 or 2 is true
Correct Answer: C Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://www.axelos.com/news/blogs/febru ... at-and-why QUESTION 31
Which information about a project should be included in the Projects Dossier?
A. How the outputs will be implemented into the business
B. Contribution the project will make to the programme’s benefits C. Names of the project team members



D. Project brief for the project
Correct Answer: A Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://community.simplilearn.com/threa ... ssier.211/ QUESTION 32
Which transformational flow process results in the achievement of outcomes?
A. Delivering the Capability B. Realizing the Benefits C. Managing the Tranches D. Closing a Programme
Correct Answer: B Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://www.cxproject.co.uk/uploads/62/ ... Model.pdf/ QUESTION 33
Which is a transformational flow process?
A. Monitoring and Control Strategy B. Issue Management Cycle
C. Planning and Control
D. Managing the Tranches
Correct Answer: D Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://www.simplilearn.com/transformat ... w-tutorial QUESTION 34



Which risk management perspective is concerned with a programme’s interdependencies with other initiatives?
A. Strategic
B. Programme C. Project
D. Operational
Correct Answer: A Section: (none) Explanation
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Reference: https://www.simplilearn.com/overview-of ... t-tutorial QUESTION 35
What term represents the desired state of the organization achieved after transition?
A. Capability B. Output
C. Benefit D. Outcome
Correct Answer: D Section: (none) Explanation
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