Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 222

A project manager is leading a project when a key stakeholder requests additional work that is not in the scope. The stakeholder is also concerned that the project sponsors may not approve and fund the additional change in scope.

What should the project manager do first?

Answer options

• A. Discuss the requested change with the sponsor.
• B. Evaluate the cost of the additional requested work.
• C. Discuss the requested change with the team.
• D. Evaluate the impact and submit a change request.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct first step for the project manager is to evaluate the impact and submit a change request, as it ensures that the change is formally documented and assessed for feasibility. Discussing with the sponsor, evaluating costs, or consulting the team may occur later, but understanding the impact is crucial for proper management of project scope.