PRINCE2 is one of the world’s most widely used project management methods. Based on best-practice, the method can be applied to any project irrespective of its size, industry sector, geographic location or culture. This course provides a definitive understanding of PRINCE2. We cover its four integrated components:
- Principles
- Themes
- Processes
- Project environment
We also look at management roles required in a PRINCE2 project and what management products must be created to ensure the project is delivered in a coordinated, consistent and transparent manner.
Target Audience
Project Managers, Team Leaders, and anyone aspiring to such a role.
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Learning Objectives
On this course attendees will learn how to:
- At Foundation level, demonstrate that they understand and can recall the various components of the PRINCE2 method
- At Practitioner level, demonstrate that they can apply and tailor the PRINCE2 method to a real project
- Explain and apply the PRINCE2 principles
- Explain the purpose of the seven PRINCE2 themes and describe how they are applied to a project
- Describe each step of the PRINCE2 journey, explaining the activities required to guide a project throughout its lifecycle
- Create the recommended PRINCE2 management products which include baselines, records and reports
Pre-Requisites
No formal prerequisites exist for this course but delegates would benefit from some experience of working in projects prior to attendance.
Course Content
Delegates should note that evening work will be assigned which is not expected to exceed three hours per night.
Specific course content will include:
PRINCE2 Overview
The structure of the method and the guide will be introduced before we discuss the context within which a PRINCE2 project operates.
Principles
The seven PRINCE2 principles provide the framework for managing the project and are built on good practice developed from successful and failed projects.
Themes
The seven PRINCE2 themes are aspects of the project that must be continually addressed and integrated as the project journeys through its life cycle.
- Business Case
- Organization
- Quality
- Plans
- Risk
- Change
- Progress
Processes
The seven PRINCE2 processes encompass the chronological activities that are required to direct, manage and deliver the project successfully. The activities include pre-project, initiation and delivery, and end with project closure.
- Starting up a Project
- Directing a Project
- Initiating a Project
- Controlling a Stage
- Managing Product Delivery
- Managing a Stage Boundary
- Closing a Project
Exams & Certification
Examination Details
- Duration - 60 minutes (Foundation) 150 minutes (Practitioner)
- Questions (OTQ) - 60 (Foundation) 68 (Practitioner - scenario based)
- Pass mark - 55% (Foundation and Practitioner)
- Use of textbook - No (Foundation) Yes (Practitioner)
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Proof of identification
If taking an exam, candidates are required to provide Photo ID with a valid signature e.g. driving license, passport or named work ID badges prior to sitting their exam. Failure to produce this ID will result in their exam results being withheld until proof of ID is provided. Please note that if proof is not provided within 40 days, candidate's exam results will be null and void and a re-sit would be required.
Reasonable Adjustments Policy
The exam provider allows additional time for candidates who have a disability or whose native language differs to that of the examination paper. At least two weeks' notice will be required for processing this request. Delegates failing to advise us and provide evidence when requested, may not be allowed the additional support offered via the policy.
Pre-Reading
From 2 to 15 hours pre-course reading will be required.
Our accredited delivery partners recommend differing levels of pre-course reading so please check the specific course outline for your preferred course date & location.
Online Courses
You may prefer an online course if you are looking for a flexible and cost-effective solution. Online courses allow you to study at your own pace, at a time that suits you.
We have the following eLearning options available:
PRINCE2 Foundation & Agile Practitioner Certification
PRINCE2 is the UK’s most popular project management certification and the methodology is widely used to major organisations as well as government departments. The recently launched PRINCE2 Agile certification provides guidance on how PRINCE2 can be adapted to also provide the benefits associated with adopting an agile approach.
Course InfoVirtual Classroom
Virtual classrooms provide all the benefits of attending a classroom course without the need to arrange travel and accomodation. Please note that virtual courses are attended in real-time, commencing on a specified date.
