Is this an appropriate application of the ‘manage by exception’ principle, and why?

A new Training Delivery Manager is being recruited to replace the current manager in six month’s time. The new Training Delivery Manager will need to review the ‘classroom-based training materials’ before they are finalized. As a result, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), who is not part of the project management team, has stated that the project’s duration should be at least seven months. Any deviations from this timescale must be escalated to the CEO.

Is this an appropriate application of the ‘manage by exception’ principle, and why?
A . Yes, because a project time constraint should be set to meet ABC Company’s business objectives.
B . Yes, because the CEO should be responsible for resolving exceptions throughout the project.
C . No, because the executive should set time tolerances for the Health and Safety Training Project.
D . No, because completing the project earlier than expected should not be reported as an exception.

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Answer: C