Program Management Professional (PgMP) — Question 301

During the steering committee meeting, the program manager shares the customer tests results. When should a program manager approve the closure of a component project?

Answer options

• A. When acceptance criteria of the project are met
• B. When the project has delivered the project benefits
• C. When program deliverables are complete
• D. When project deliverables are complete

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because a program manager should only approve project closure once the acceptance criteria have been fulfilled, ensuring that all requirements are met. Options B, C, and D focus on benefits or deliverables, which may not necessarily align with the specific acceptance criteria needed for formal closure.