MSP states that the Define the programme transformational flow “sets up the governance and control framework for the programme, including management controls for risk, issues, quality, information, change and benefits” (MSP 5th Ed., ch. 6, sec. 6.2). These constitute the basic programme controls that will be applied and refined in later tranches.

A. Identifying the programme – Produces the Programme Brief only; governance and controls are not yet defined (MSP 5th Ed., 5.2).

C. Managing the tranches – Applies the already-established controls; it does not create them (MSP 5th Ed., 7.1).

D. None of above – Invalid because option B correctly matches MSP guidance.

1. AXELOS

“Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) 5th Edition

” 2020:

• Section 6.2

pp. 108-110 – establishment of governance and control framework during Define the programme.

• Section 5.2

p. 83 – purpose of Identify the programme (no detailed controls).

• Section 7.1

p. 129 – Managing the tranches uses existing controls.