Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 309

A project manager was replaced in the early phases of a new project. The new project manager discovers that the business team is not supporting the project.
After discussing these concerns with the team, it is determined that the project does not have the full support of senior management.
What should the new project manager do next?

Answer options

• A. Request the business team to clearly define their issues with the project work completed to date.
• B. Send out a status report describing the situation to the stakeholders and request general assistance.
• C. Study the stakeholder analysis to understand which stakeholder holds the most influence and seek their assistance.
• D. Ask senior management to be more involved with the project and to provide their full support.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because understanding the most influential stakeholder allows the project manager to prioritize their efforts in gaining support, which is crucial for project success. Options A and B do not directly address the lack of support from senior management, and option D might not be effective without first understanding the dynamics through stakeholder analysis.