L6M5 Dumps 2026 - New CIPS L6M5 Exam Questions [Q26-Q43]

L6M5 Dumps 2026 – New CIPS L6M5 Exam Questions [Q26-Q43]

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L6M5 Dumps 2026 – New CIPS L6M5 Exam Questions

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CIPS L6M5 Exam Syllabus Topics:

Topic	Details
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 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.
Topic 3	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.

Q26. In which scenario would a Cost Reimbursable contract be most suitable?
Answer Options:

A research project where the exact scope of work is unknown at the onset

A construction project where raw material prices may fluctuate

The creation of a new product, where time is critical, and the client wishes to reward the contractor for speedy delivery

The manufacturing of food items, where the client may return raw materials that do not meet specifications

Cost Reimbursable contracts are widely used in research projects where the exact scope is uncertain (p.69). These contracts allow for flexibility in cost adjustments based on project progress. Option B describes a contract using cost-plus pricing, and Options C and D do not fit this contract model. [P.69]

Q27. Under which style of contract is the client, rather than the construction company, responsible for the design of a building?

EPC

Management Contracting

DBO

DBOO

In Management Contracting, the client retains responsibility for the design.

Q28. Scenario:
Fin Inc is a consultancy organisation in the private sector, founded 10 years ago by CEO Geoff Davies, who runs a tight ship. Many employees are scared of Geoff, and there are rumours that he fires people for refusing overtime. Fin Inc is working with a new client on a shopping centre project led by the well-liked CFO. The client wants a flexible, collaborative contract with transparent cost-sharing.
What type of organisational structure does Fin Inc have?

power

role

task

person

The structure is centred around the CEO’s authoritative style, which is indicative of a power-based structure.

Q29. Below are descriptions of five companies in the UK. Each company has a unique organisational culture and a key Cultural Web Influence that shapes its structure and operations.
Your task is to match the correct type of organisational culture and cultural web influence to each company.
Company Descriptions
Company 1
Description: Authority is centred around the founder. There are strict financial systems and a reward/bonus scheme for meeting targets.
Company 2
Description: Employees operate independently and often bring in their own clients. There is a strong corporate identity and branding.
Company 3
Description: Strict hierarchy determines salary and job titles. The organisation is described as bureaucratic and follows stringent rules.
Company 4
Description: Employees work in small teams or individually on projects. There is a strong emphasis on weekly team meetings where tasks for the upcoming week are discussed.
Company 5
Description: Authority is held by senior leadership who make all decisions. There are few rules, and culture is reinforced by storytelling about past successes.

Q30. Spaceman Ltd’s R&D team has a strong relationship with its supplier of spaceship parts.
The space exploration industry is becoming highly competitive.
The team is looking for ways to enhance profits and market share.
Q: What strategy should Spaceman Ltd use?
Answer Options:

Variance Analysis

Value Engineering

Consortium-Based Procurement

Open-Book Costing

Value Engineering (p.100) is used to optimize costs and improve profitability in competitive industries. It leverages supplier relationships to cut costs and increase value. Variance Analysis (A) is for budgeting, and Consortium Procurement (C) relates to bulk purchasing, which is not the issue here. [P.100]

Q31. Which of the following pieces of information is required to create a Bill of Quantities? Select all that apply

volume of materials used

quality of materials

dimensions of materials

price of material

manufacturer of material

A Bill of Quantities is based on the volume/dimensions and price of the materials. Quality and manufacturer details are typically specified elsewhere.

Q32. Which of the following processes for managing change is the most passive?

coercion

bribery

persuasion

education

Education is considered passive as it involves simply providing information rather than enforcing change.

Q33. According to Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions, Individualism is when a person prioritises themselves over a group. Is this correct?

yes – individualism is seen as a selfish culture

yes – this is the opposite of collectivism

no – this is where an individual does not take risks that may have an adverse affect on themselves

no – individualism means accepting immediate gratification

Hofstede’s dimension contrasts individualism with collectivism. In individualistic cultures, the individual is prioritised over the group.

Q34. Scenario (same as Question 16):
Fin Inc is working with the new client. What type of costing system is being used?

open book

fixed fee

bottom up

bill of quantities

An open book costing system involves sharing financial details transparently between the parties.

Q35. Mustard Ltd contracted Red Ltd for IT services, requiring 98% internet connectivity.
Red Ltd has only achieved 90% connectivity despite multiple meetings.
Mustard Ltd now seeks to terminate the contract.
Q: Can Mustard Ltd terminate the contract?
Answer Options:

Yes – connectivity was written into the contract, and Red Ltd is failing to deliver

Yes – since previous meetings have failed to resolve the issue, termination is justified

No – Red Ltd should be given more time to fix the issue

No – the contract would not allow for termination

Connectivity is listed as a warranty, not a condition (p.125).
Warranty breaches allow for damages but do not permit contract termination.
If it were a “condition” instead of a warranty, termination would be allowed. [P.125]

Q36. Which of the following aspects of culture make up the ‘paradigm of the working environment’ according to Gerry Johnson and Kevan Scholes? Select all that apply

stories

artifacts

rituals

symbols

control systems

Stories, rituals, symbols, and control systems are part of the Cultural Web. The other two aspects of the Cultural Web (organisational structure and power structure) are not listed here.

Q37. Manchester City Council is planning to construct a new hospital using an EPC style of contract. Which two of the following are the greatest risks to the Council?

ensuring the specification is correct

setting an accurate budget before the contract is signed

accurately communicating the requirements to the contractor

including a time-is-of-the-essence clause within the contract

ensuring the contractor limits the use of subcontractors

The main risks are ensuring that the specification is correct and that the requirements are accurately communicated to the contractor.

Q38. Foxglove Ltd has a rigid hierarchy, standardized work, and strict procedures. Employees know their roles and work quality is high.
Q: What type of culture does Foxglove Ltd have?
Answer Options:

Task

Role

Power

Person

This describes a Role Culture (p.170-175):
Clear job roles, structured hierarchy, and predictable work patterns.
Task Culture (A) focuses on project-based teams.
Power Culture (C) is centralized authority.
Person Culture (D) emphasizes individual autonomy. [P.170-175]

Q39. At what stage in a program’s lifecycle is an Investment Appraisal conducted?
Answer Options:

Before contracting – to ensure the program is viable

At the initiation stage – to decide which contractor to hire

During the project – to ensure that money is being well spent and the program will be delivered to schedule

After completion – to assess whether money was invested wisely

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]

Q40. Which project management methodology outlines a process for closing a project?
Answer Options:

Monte Carlo

Critical Path

MRP

Prince2

Prince2 has a defined “Closing a Project” phase (p.136).
Monte Carlo (A) relates to risk analysis.
Critical Path (B) maps dependencies but does not specify closure.
MRP (C) is used for inventory planning. [P.136]

Q41. Glitter Kitten Ltd negotiates a contract with Paw Ltd (new supplier).
Q: What pricing mechanism is best for visibility into supplier costs and margins?
Answer Options:

Open-Book Costing

Cost Reimbursable Contract

Bottom-Up Pricing

Activity-Based Costing

Open-Book Costing (p.2.1) ensures visibility into supplier costs and margins, which matches the CEO’s request.
Cost Reimbursable (B) covers unknown costs, but does not provide transparency.
Bottom-Up Pricing (C) estimates project costs from smaller parts.
Activity-Based Costing (D) assigns costs per activity, but does not guarantee supplier transparency. [P.2.1]

Q42. KCJ Ltd is a public sector organisation planning five projects for the next financial year. Each project has a distinct cost estimation method and source of power for the project leader.
Your task is to match the correct cost estimation method and source of power to each project.
Project Descriptions
Project 1
Description: Budget estimation is calculated using an algorithm.
Project Lead’s Power: Founder of the organisation.
Project 2
Description: The Head of R&D (PhD in Data Science) is using costing from similar past projects to determine the budget.
Project Lead’s Power: Expertise in Data Science.
Project 3
Description: The project is led by a key stakeholder and involves creating a Bill of Materials. Costs are worked out item by item.
Project Lead’s Power: Authority due to stakeholder influence.
Project 4
Description: The Project Leader has calculated the base cost, most likely cost, and worst-case scenario.
Project Lead’s Power: Has the authority to cancel the project at any time.
Project 5
Description: The project leader is a well-liked Board Member who has selected a team he is comfortable with. He determined the budget based on his own research.
Project Lead’s Power: Personal relationships with team members.

Q43. XYZ is a large construction organization running five different projects. Each project has a specific type of contract and pricing mechanism.
Your task is to match the correct type of contract and pricing mechanism to each project.
Projects and Descriptions
Project 1
Description: Construction of an apartment block, where XYZ is responsible for both design and construction. Upon completion, ownership is transferred to the client.
Pricing Mechanism: Based on past experience of similar projects.
Project 2
Description: Facilities management for a 6-year period after construction. The budget is constantly adjusted due to industry volatility.
Pricing Mechanism: Budget changes continuously over time.
Project 3
Description: XYZ was involved from an early stage, but does not bear the design risk. The budget resets at the start of each new accounting period.
Pricing Mechanism: The budget is refreshed periodically.
Project 4
Description: XYZ is responsible for certain parts of the design and build, while another company handles other aspects. XYZ is paid upon milestone completion.
Pricing Mechanism: Payment is milestone-based.
Project 5
Description: Construction of a new toll bridge which will be operated by XYZ for the first 6 years post-construction. The pricing includes costs of raw materials, labor, and a profit margin.
Pricing Mechanism: Costs plus profit.