The project sponsor is responsible for the outcomes of the project and the achievement of the set objectives within the set framework conditions.

1. Initiation and steering of the project
2. Overall responsibility for the project and objective achievement
3. Reconciliation of the project objectives with the overarching strategies, requirements, and objectives of the core organization
4. Provision of resources (financial, human, infrastructure) and assurance that they are used efficiently
5. Timely decisions on requests and measures
6. Chairing of the project committee and appointment of its members
7. Appointment and steering of the project management, definition of the project management's powers
8. Assurance of sufficient participation by the specialist area

1. Decision-making power within the framework of the allocation of powers by the core organization
2. Allocation of financial and human resources, as well as infrastructure, to the project
3. Escalation to the core organization

1. Business understanding and knowledge of the specialist area
2. Knowledge of the core organization requirements for the project (e.g. for procurement, financing, controlling, security), for project steering, and for the project organization
3. Business administration knowledge to ensure the efficient and effective use of financial and human resources
4. In-depth knowledge of project initiation and project management
5. Knowledge of HERMES, attested to by course attendance
6. Communication skills to represent the project internally and externally, manage stakeholders, and resolve conflicts
7. Decisiveness and assertiveness