7 Themes

Question 1

What are the seven themes in PRINCE2?

Answer 1

• Business case
• Organization
• Quality
• Plans
• Risk
• Change
• Progress

Themes are areas of project management that must be addressed continuously throughout the project.

Question 2

What are PRINCE2 themes based upon?

Answer 2

The 7 principles

Themes are applied by using the 7 processes.

Question 3

What is the purpose of the Business Case theme in PRINCE2?

Answer 3

To justify the project’s existence and ensure it remains viable throughout its lifecycle

It addresses the justification for the project.

Question 4

Which PRINCE2 theme focuses on the project’s structure and roles?

Answer 4

Organization

It defines the team’s roles and responsibilities.

Question 5

What does the Quality theme in PRINCE2 ensure?

Answer 5

That the project deliverables meet the required standards and stakeholder expectations

Quality is assessed throughout the project.

Question 6

Which theme is concerned with what needs to be achieved and how it will be delivered?

Answer 6

Plans

Plans outline the project’s objectives and the steps to achieve them.

Question 7

What is the focus of the Risk theme in PRINCE2?

Answer 7

Identifying, assessing, and managing risks that could impact the project

Risk management is crucial for project success.

Question 8

What does the Change theme in PRINCE2 address?

Answer 8

Managing changes to the project’s baseline

It ensures that changes are controlled and documented.

Question 9

What is the purpose of the Progress theme in PRINCE2?

Answer 9

To monitor and control the project’s progress against the plan

It enables informed decision-making regarding project status.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: PRINCE2 themes are applied by using the _______.

Answer 10

[key learning term: 7 processes]

The processes guide the application of themes.

Question 12

What is the purpose of a business case in a project?

Answer 12

Creates and maintains a business justification for the project

A business case ensures that project outcomes are achieved and benefits realized.

Question 13

What does the project organization structure define?

Answer 13

Defines the project organization structure and roles

This includes the roles of the Project Board, Executive, Senior User, Senior Supplier, etc.

Question 14

What is the role of stakeholder communication in project management?

Answer 14

Defines the approach to communicating and engaging with stakeholders

Effective communication is essential for stakeholder engagement and project success.

Question 15

What does the project quality management approach specify?

Answer 15

Defines the project quality management approach

This includes specifying prioritized acceptance criteria for the final project product(s).

Question 16

What is the significance of plans in project management?

Answer 16

Plans enable the business case to be realized

Different levels of plans facilitate communication and control from the differing perspectives of the project organization.

Question 17

What does the risk management approach define?

Answer 17

Defines the risk management approach and ensures that project risks are identified, assessed and controlled

This is crucial for proactive risk mitigation in projects.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: The change control approach ensures that issues are _______.

Answer 18

[captured, assessed and controlled]

Question 19

How is project progress measured?

Answer 19

Defines the way that the project progress is measured and compared to performance targets

Progress measurement enables a forecast of the continuing project viability.