PMI Exam PgMP Topic 2 Question 73 Discussion

Actual exam question for PMI's PgMP exam

Question #: 73
Topic #: 2

A program is in its last year of execution. The program manager will receive a performance bonus if executive leadership and the program steering committee determine that the program is a success.

How can the program manager justify receiving a performance bonus upon program closure?

AUpdate the business case analysis document indicating how each goal was attained.

BPrepare a financial framework to show effective financial management and alignment with profit metrics.

CProvide a report using the benefits management plan to demonstrate overall benefits realization.

DConduct a customer satisfaction survey to show program success.

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Suggested Answer: C

by Stephaine at Mar 16, 2024, 11:36 PM

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Thaddeus

6 months ago

Absolutely, gathering feedback from the customers can provide valuable insights into the overall success of the program.

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Edmond

6 months ago

I think conducting a customer satisfaction survey could also be a good way to show program success.

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Gretchen

6 months ago

Yes, showing effective financial management and alignment with profit metrics is key for demonstrating success.

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Rosamond

6 months ago

In addition to that, preparing a financial framework would also help in justifying the performance bonus.

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Lourdes

6 months ago

I agree. It's important to have clear documentation of how the goals were achieved.

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Arletta

6 months ago

I think the program manager should update the business case analysis document to show goal attainment.

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Julianna

6 months ago

And conducting a customer satisfaction survey could be a good way to demonstrate program success from a stakeholder perspective.

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Adell

6 months ago

I also believe providing a report using the benefits management plan is essential to show overall benefits realization.

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Vanda

7 months ago

Yes, I think showing alignment with profit metrics is crucial for justifying a performance bonus.

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Brice

7 months ago

But wouldn't preparing a financial framework also be important to demonstrate effective financial management?

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Lonny

7 months ago

I agree, that would provide concrete evidence of success.

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Lachelle

7 months ago

I think the program manager should update the business case analysis document to show goal attainment.

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Domitila

8 months ago

Yeah, the benefits realization report is key. We can't just rely on financial metrics or a customer survey alone.

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Annelle

8 months ago

Personally, I think option C is the way to go. The benefits management plan should clearly show the value we've delivered.

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Annabelle

8 months ago

I agree, this is a delicate situation. We need to be strategic and highlight the specific accomplishments and benefits of the program.

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Maryann

8 months ago

Hmm, this seems like a tricky question. We need to really think about how to demonstrate the program's success to justify that bonus.

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Christene

8 months ago

D) Conduct a customer satisfaction survey to show program success.

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Verda

8 months ago

C) Provide a report using the benefits management plan to demonstrate overall benefits realization.

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Alyce

8 months ago

B) Prepare a financial framework to show effective financial management and alignment with profit metrics.

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Doug

8 months ago

A) Update the business case analysis document indicating how each goal was attained.

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