Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 711

In a highly politicized organizational environment, the stakeholders are driven by their own operational or business goals, which results in conflicting interests regarding the project. What should the project manager do to steer the stakeholders toward the collective project goal?

Answer options

• A. Anticipate, alert, and follow the risk management process.
• B. Discuss, educate, and follow the communications management process
• C. Detect, track, and follow the issue management process
• D. Promote, inspire, and follow the stakeholder engagement process

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as promoting and inspiring stakeholders aligns their interests with the collective project goal. Options A, B, and C focus on risk, communication, and issue management processes, which are important but do not directly address the need for stakeholder alignment and engagement.