Which statement about 'decision conferencing' is FALSE?

• A.It can result in greater commitment by senior management to the portfolio
• B.Senior management debate and agree the scores/ratings for each initiative
• C.A facilitator can help to ensure that a consensus is reached
• D.The Board approve a prioritized listing developed by the Portfolio Office

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Why is it sometimes helpful to break down portfolio categories or segments into sub-categories?

• A.To ensure business cases are prepared on a consistent basis
• B.To produce a ranked list of strategic changes, taking into account impact across the business
• C.To assess the contribution of initiatives by expressing strategic objectives in greater detail
• D.To evaluate the benefits expected from each change initiative

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Which is NOT a 'key to success' of the financial management practice?

• A.Post-implementation reviews
• B.Alignment of the portfolio and financial reporting cycles
• C.Staged release of funding
• D.Regular reporting of progress against plan

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What does portfolio management provide strategic planning with?

• A.Analysis of the environment within which strategy is developed
• B.Setting the context within which strategic planning operates
• C.Momentum and energy for strategy development based on effective delivery of change
• D.Setting of strategic objectives and confirmation of any changes

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Which is a 'key to success' of the senior management commitment principle?

• A.Senior managers' personal objectives are independent of the success of changes within the portfolio
• B.Accountabilities for members of management boards will be defined by the Portfolio Office
• C.At least half of the management board must champion the implementation of portfolio management
• D.The Portfolio Strategy includes a compelling vision for the portfolio

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