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PMP · Question 23 · Task 4: Engage stakeholders
A project manager is identifying stakeholders for a new construction project. They know that a local environmental group will likely oppose the project. How should this group be categorized and managed?
A project manager is identifying stakeholders for a new construction project. They know that a local environmental group will likely oppose the project. How should this group be categorized and managed?
Answer options:
A.
Low Power, High Interest -> Monitor
B.
High Power, Low Interest -> Keep Satisfied
C.
High Power, High Interest -> Manage Closely
D.
Ignore them as they are negative stakeholders.
How to approach this question
Assess Power (Influence) and Interest (Concern). Activists usually have both.
Full Answer
C.High Power, High Interest -> Manage Closely✓ Correct
Stakeholder Analysis (Task 4). Negative stakeholders are still stakeholders and often require the MOST attention to prevent them from derailing the project.
Common mistakes
Underestimating the power of external groups.
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