On a community center expansion, a major scope change is proposed to add a second gymnasium. Who typically approves that major change after impacts are analyzed?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation.
Short Explanation
Big scope means big money and big authority—that is sponsor territory. The PM runs the numbers on schedule, cost, and risk and recommends. The sponsor then decides whether the second gym is in or out.
Full Explanation
Major funding and scope decisions generally rest with the sponsor, informed by the project manager's impact analysis and recommendations. Team brainstorming and supplier interest do not substitute for that decision right. CAPM role questions reinforce analyzing impacts at the PM level and authorizing major change at the sponsor level.