APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) Practice Exam

The project sponsor is primarily responsible for the development and production of the business case. The business case serves as a justification for why a project is needed and outlines the benefits, costs, risks, and overall alignment with organizational goals. The project sponsor, often a senior leader within the organization, is in a key position to gather input, align the project with strategic objectives, and ensure that the necessary resources and support are in place.

While the project manager plays an essential role in the execution of projects and may contribute to drafting the business case, it is the project sponsor who ultimately champions the case to stakeholders and secures the necessary approvals for the project to move forward. Other entities, such as the steering group or committee, may provide oversight and guidance, but they are not typically accountable for creating the business case itself. Their role usually focuses on governance and ensuring the project aligns with strategic interests rather than authoring its foundational justifications.