ACMP Global CCMP Exam - Topic 1 Question 8 Discussion

Actual exam question for ACMP Global's CCMP exam

Question #: 8
Topic #: 1

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As the project reaches completion, whose approval should be sought to formally close the change?

ASenior sponsor

BProject manager

CChange Lead

DTraining Lead

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Suggested Answer: A

Formal closure of a change management effort requires approval from the senior sponsor. This ensures the accountable executive validates that outcomes were achieved, ownership transferred, and sustainability measures are in place. The project manager approves project closure, while the change lead and training lead execute tasks but do not have the authority to formally close. Thus, the sponsor's approval is required to ensure accountability for benefits realization.

(Reference: ACMP Standard, Process Group 5 -- Close; Activity: Seek formal sponsor approval for closure.)

by Dorcas at Nov 24, 2025, 08:47 PM

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Jerrod

9 hours ago

Wait, why would the Training Lead be involved?

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Tawny

6 days ago

I think the Project manager should have the final say.

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Maira

11 days ago

The training lead? What, are they going to give the change a gold star and a participation certificate?

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Jerry

16 days ago

Hmm, this is a tough one. I'm going to go with the senior sponsor - they're the ones who can make it rain, if you know what I mean.

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Darrin

21 days ago

The training lead? Really? That's like asking the janitor to approve the CEO's vacation request.

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Kimberely

26 days ago

I think the project manager should approve the change closure, as they are responsible for managing the project's changes.

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Cherry

1 month ago

I thought the Training Lead was more focused on implementation rather than approvals, so I’m leaning towards the senior sponsor.

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Brice

1 month ago

I feel like the Change Lead might have some role in this, but I can't recall if they have the final say.

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Nickolas

1 month ago

I remember a practice question where the project manager was the one to finalize changes. Could it be the same here?

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Gilma

2 months ago

I think the senior sponsor's approval is crucial for closing changes, but I'm not entirely sure.

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Nichelle

2 months ago

This is a good test of our understanding of change control. I think the senior sponsor would be the one to formally approve closing the change, since they have the highest-level oversight. But I'll double-check that in the PMBOK.

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Alysa

2 months ago

I'm a bit unsure on this one. Is it the project manager who has the final say on closing out changes? Or is it the training lead since they're involved in the implementation? I'll have to weigh the options.

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Denise

2 months ago

I think we should go for the Senior sponsor. They have the final say.

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Reena

2 months ago

The senior sponsor should approve the formal closure of the change, as they have the ultimate authority over the project.

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Lai

2 months ago

Definitely the Senior sponsor!

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Terrilyn

3 months ago

The change lead is the obvious choice here, as they are the one who has been managing the changes throughout the project.

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Taryn

3 months ago

I feel like the Change Lead should be involved too. They manage the changes.

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Skye

3 months ago

Okay, let's see. I know the senior sponsor has overall accountability, but the change lead might be the one responsible for formally closing it out. I'll have to review my notes on change management.

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Katina

3 months ago

Hmm, this seems like a tricky one. I'll need to think carefully about the different stakeholders involved in the change process.

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