Program Management Professional (PgMP) — Question 383

A program sponsor of a large financial organization informs a mergers & acquisitions (M&A) program manager that the current M&A program, still in the planning phase, may be impacted due to the recent acquisition of another company. The program manager decides to review and update the program risk management plan and risk register.

Which type of risks should the program manager focus on?

Answer options

• A. Program risk thresholds
• B. Program risk response strategy
• C. External program risks with vendors
• D. Strategic alignment risks of the program

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The program manager should focus on strategic alignment risks because the recent acquisition could affect how well the M&A program aligns with the organization's overall strategy. Other options, such as program risk thresholds and response strategies, are important but are not directly impacted by external acquisitions, while external risks with vendors are less relevant to this scenario.