Discuss PMI PMI-RMP Exam Topic 3 Question 54

Ben works as a project manager for the MJH Project. In this project, Ben is preparing to identify stakeholders so he can communicate project requirements, status, and risks. Ben has elected to use a salience model as part of his stakeholder identification process. Which of the following activities best describes a salience model?

AInfluence/impact grid, grouping the stakeholders based on their active involvement ('influence') in the project and their ability to affect changes to the project's planning or execution ('impact').

BGrouping the stakeholders based on their level of authority ('power') and their active involvement ('influence') in the project.

CGrouping the stakeholders based on their level of authority ('power') and their level or concern ('interest') regarding the project outcomes.

DDescribing classes of stakeholders based on their power (ability to impose their will), urgency (need for immediate attention), and legitimacy (their involvement is appropriate).

Suggested Answer: D

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14 comments · newest first

Brittani 12 months ago

Totally agree with D, it makes the most sense!

Donette 1 year ago

Wait, is urgency really that important?

Jame 1 year ago

I thought it was about influence and impact, but I guess not!

Joaquin 1 year ago

Definitely D! It captures all the key aspects.

Cecil 1 year ago

The salience model focuses on power, urgency, and legitimacy.

Beatriz 1 year ago

I vaguely recall that the salience model is about categorizing stakeholders. Option D sounds familiar since it mentions urgency and legitimacy, which I think are key components.

Mable 1 year ago

I practiced a similar question where we had to identify stakeholders based on their interests and influence. I think option C is about interest, but I'm not sure if that fits the salience model.

Eleonora 1 year ago

I'm a bit confused about the difference between power and influence. I feel like option B might be close, but it doesn't mention urgency, which seems important.

Chantay 1 year ago

I remember studying the salience model, and I think it has to do with power, urgency, and legitimacy. So, maybe option D is the right one?

France 1 year ago

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Emilio 1 year ago

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PMI-RMP Exam - Topic 3 Question 54 Discussion