CAPM Practice: Demonstrate an understanding of project roles and responsibilities

The project manager is responsible for the day-to-day execution and management of the project, while the sponsor provides high-level strategic direction, secures resources, and removes organizational barriers.

**Why not A:** The project manager does not create the business case — that is typically developed by the project sponsor or business analyst during pre-project activities. Similarly, the sponsor does not develop the detailed project schedule, which is a project manager responsibility during planning.

**Why not C:** The project manager does not secure funding — that is the sponsor's responsibility. The sponsor does not manage day-to-day work — that is the project manager's responsibility. This option reverses the core responsibilities of both roles.

**Why not D:** The project manager communicates with many stakeholders, not just reporting to them. The sponsor does not report to the team — the sponsor provides executive-level support and direction. This option mischaracterizes the communication flow for both roles.