DOMAIN II: Program Life Cycle, 1.Initiating the Program

Question 1

1. Develop program charter using input from all stakeholders, including sponsors, in order to initiate and design program and benefits.

Answer 1

Initiating the Program

Question 2

2. Translate strategic objectives into high-level program scope statements by negotiating with stakeholders, including sponsors, in order to create a program scope description.

Answer 2

Initiating the Program

Question 3

3. Develop a high-level milestone plan using the goals and objectives of the program, applicable historical information, and other available resources (for example, work breakdown structure (WBS), scope

statements, benefits realization plan) in order to align the program with the expectations of stakeholders, including sponsors.

Answer 3

Initiating the Program

Question 4

4. Develop an accountability matrix by identifying and assigning program roles and responsibilities in order to build the core team and to differentiate between the program and project resources.

Answer 4

Initiating the Program

Question 5

5. Define standard measurement criteria for success for all constituent projects by analyzing stakeholder expectations and requirements across the constituent projects in order to monitor and control the program.

Answer 5

Initiating the Program

Question 6

6. Conduct program kick-off with key stakeholders by holding meetings in order to familiarize the organization with the program and obtain stakeholder buy-in.

Answer 6

Initiating the Program