Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) Practice Exam

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During which event management phase is the event's purpose and scope established?

Implementation
Closure
Initiation
Planning

The correct answer is: Initiation

The event's purpose and scope are fundamentally established during the initiation phase. This is the stage where the feasibility of the event is assessed, and key objectives are defined. It sets the foundation for all subsequent planning and decision-making by identifying why the event is being held and what it aims to achieve. Establishing a clear purpose and scope ensures that all stakeholders are aligned and provides a framework for the planning and execution phases that follow. In the implementation phase, the focus is on executing the plans already set forth, and in the closure phase, the focus is on concluding the event and assessing its outcomes. The planning phase involves detailed organization and logistics based on the defined purpose and scope, thus emphasizing the critical nature of the initiation phase in shaping the overall direction of the event.