PRINCE2 Practitioner 6th Edition — Question 51

A new Training Delivery Manager is being recruited to replace the current manager in six month's time. The new Training Delivery Manager will need to review the
'classroom-based training materials' before they are finalized. As a result, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), who is not part of the project management team, has stated that the project's duration should be at least seven months. Any deviations from this timescale must be escalated to the CEO.
Is this an appropriate application of the 'manage by exception' principle, and why?

Answer options

• A. Yes, because a project time constraint should be set to meet ABC Company's business objectives.
• B. Yes, because the CEO should be responsible for resolving exceptions throughout the project.
• C. No, because the executive should set time tolerances for the Health and Safety Training Project.
• D. No, because completing the project earlier than expected should not be reported as an exception.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because setting a project duration to align with business objectives is essential for success. Option B is incorrect as it implies the CEO should handle all exceptions, which could disrupt effective project management. Options C and D misunderstand the purpose of managing by exception, focusing on specific tolerances and reporting rather than aligning with business needs.