Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) — Question 24

Which type of stakeholder is responsible for initiating the effort to define a business need?

Answer options

• A. Project manager
• B. Regulator
• C. Business analyst
• D. Sponsor

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, Sponsor, as they are typically the individuals or groups who champion the project and define its objectives. The Project manager (A), Regulator (B), and Business analyst (C) all play important roles, but they do not initiate the business need definition process.