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CIPS L6M5 Exam Questions
- Topic 1: Understand contracting for programmers: This section measures the skills of Contract Managers and focuses on comparing various contracting options for programs. It includes client-coordinated approaches, engineering procurement and construction (EPC) contracts, management contracting, and public-private partnerships. A key skill measured is the ability to evaluate different contract types effectively.
- Topic 2: Understand program leadership approaches: This section measures the skills of Programme Leaders in understanding strategic cost management approaches. It covers budgetary control, value engineering, and cost transparency methods. A key skill measured is assessing strategic cost management techniques effectively.
- Topic 3: Understand the role of culture on achieving program success: This section measures the skills of Organizational Development Specialists in understanding organizational culture's impact on program success. It covers identifying culture types and levels within organizations. A key skill measured is critically assessing organizational culture's influence.
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Note: Premium Questions for L6M5 were last updated On Aug. 21, 2026 (see below)
Why might a Public Sector Organisation use a PPP style of contract to build a new police station? Select ALL that apply.
PPP contracts are used when budgets are tight and to monetise under-performing assets. They are not mandated by law nor do they inherently ensure high quality or less administration.
At what stage in a program's lifecycle is an Investment Appraisal conducted?
Answer Options:
Investment Appraisal is performed before a program is approved (p.69). It evaluates whether the project is financially viable and likely to provide a return on investment. Option B relates to procurement, and Options C and D are post-implementation assessments. [P.69]
Which of the following is NOT a benefit or function of a professional body?
Professional bodies are established organizations that promote industry standards, ethical conduct, and professional development.
Answer Options:
Professional bodies do NOT control pricing in the industry, as this would be market interference. Governance, productivity improvements, and networking are valid functions. [P.31]
What is the purpose of a Project Audit?
Answer Options:
A Project Audit (p.141) occurs post-completion to assess:
Financial health
Performance evaluation
Lessons learned
It is not a planning tool (Option B), nor is it for active budget management (A) or solely for senior leadership (C). [P.141]
Joanne is preparing a contract for the construction of a large shopping center.
The project includes 52 retail units, several restaurants, and a parking facility.
Joanne's company has contracted Construct Ltd under a Turnkey project.
She is using a Gantt chart as a schedule in the contract.
Q: What type of payment mechanism is being used in this contract?
Answer Options:
The correct answer is Activity Schedule (p.60). A Gantt chart is a time-based project planning tool, typically used in Activity Schedule contracts, where payments are tied to the completion of specific tasks. Other payment methods, such as Fixed Lump Sum and Bill of Quantity, do not rely on this approach. [P.60]
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