CHAPTER 3

The Project Sponsor

“Never underestimate your power as a leaderto influence the outcome of events both big and small.”

Q3.1 What is the project sponsor’s job?
A3.1 The project sponsor champions the project from a business perspective and helps remove obstacles that might impede its overall success.

Duties of the project sponsor

Q3.2 What are the primary duties of a project sponsor?
A3.2 The project sponsor:

  • Ensures the strategic significance of the project

  • Provides approval and funding for the project

  • Solicits support from key stakeholders

  • Supports broad authority for the project manager and team

  • Resolves appropriate conflicts

  • Is accessible and approachable

  • Supports periodic project reviews

  • Supports the post-project review ...

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