Course Overview
PRINCE2® (Projects IN Controlled Environments) is a process-based approach for project management providing an easily tailored and scalable method for the management of all types of projects. The method is the de-facto standard for project management and is practiced worldwide. PRINCE2 is a flexible method that guides you through the essentials for running a successful project regardless of project type or scale. PRINCE2 can be tailored to meet your organization or industry-specific requirements. Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to:
- Define the key concepts of projects and PRINCE2
- Explain how the PRINCE2 principles underpin the PRINCE2 method
- Understand the importance of people in successful projects
- Describe the PRINCE2 practices and how they are applied throughout the project
- Explain the PRINCE2 processes and how they are carried out throughout the project
- Identify the relationships between processes, deliverables, roles, and the management dimensions of a project
In addition to these general learning objectives, the PRINCE2 7 Foundation course also aims to prepare learners for the PRINCE2 Foundation exam. The exam covers the following topics:
- The seven PRINCE2 principles
- The seven PRINCE2 themes
- The seven PRINCE2 processes
- The purpose and major content of all PRINCE2 roles
- The purpose and major content of all PRINCE2 management products
By completing the PRINCE2 7 Foundation course and passing the exam, learners will demonstrate that they have a sound understanding of the PRINCE2 methodology and are ready to apply it to their own projects.
What are the skills covered
Following the completion of the course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the benefits of using PRINCE2 for project management
- Identify the key roles and responsibilities on a PRINCE2 project team
- Develop a PRINCE2 project plan
- Manage risks and changes on a PRINCE2 project
- Monitor and report on project progress
The PRINCE2 7 Foundation course is a valuable starting point for anyone who wants to learn more about project management or who wants to become certified in PRINCE2.
Who should attend this course
- Organizations or Individuals seeing the need for a controlled approach to managing projects (including Project managers, consultants and support staff).
- Everyone!
Course Curriculum
Course Modules
Exam & Certification
Prince2 Foundation Examination Format
- Multiple choice questions
- 60 questions per paper
- 33 marks required (out of 60 available) to pass: 55%
- One hour’s (60 minutes) duration
- Closed book