Prince2 Foundation & Practitioner

Course Introduction

Prince2 foundation and Practitioner is a highly popular and globally accepted framework for Project Management. Prince2 foundation is projects in controlled environments and this best practice is managed by AXELOS.
This is a highly structured as well as flexible methodology which can be used for managing projects in any industry sector irrespective of the size of the project, number of team members involved. This method can be tailored according to the needs of the project and therefore a preferred method for many project managers.

Course Objectives

We at Predesk, offer Prince2 foundation and Practitioner training to prepare individuals appear for the certification exams and provide them with all the knowledge required to apply and tailor Prince2 foundation as per their project environment.

There are two levels in the Prince2 foundation qualification:

Prince2 Foundation
Prince2 Practitioner

The Prince2 foundation and practitioner course runs for 4 days in which we cover all the topics, do case studies and prepare participants for both the levels of exams. However, an individual can opt for only Foundation as well.
Prince2 foundation is the entry level qualification that aims to provide participants with the basic knowledge of the Prince2 structure. We plan our sessions in a way to ensure thorough understanding of the Prince2 principles, themes and processes among the participants. There are no prerequisites for the foundation level.

The Prince2 foundation and practitioner certification gives the participants great amount of knowledge, understanding and skills required to apply and tailor Prince2 for successfully running their projects. This is a widely recognized credential for Project managers and gives them an edge over others in the industry and hence a proof of their competence in project management. In order to appear for Prince2 practitioner, participants must have one of the below qualifications:

Prince2 Foundation
Project Management Qualification (PMQ)
Certified Associate in Project Management
IPMA Level A (Certified Projects Director)
PMA Level B (Certified Senior Project Manager)
IPMA Level C (Certified Project Manager)
IPMA Level D (Certified Project Management Associate)Prince2 foundation and Practitioner

Course Content

The Prince2 course covers the principles, themes, processes and project environment.

PRINCE2 Principles:

Continued business justification
Learn from experience
Defined roles and responsibilities
Focus on products
Manage by stages
Manage by exception
Tailor to suit the project environment

PRINCE2 Themes:

Business case
Organization
Quality
Risks
Change
Plans
Progress

PRINCE2 processes:

Starting up a project
Initiating a project
Directing a project
Managing stage boundary
Controlling a stage
Managing product delivery
Closing a project
The project environment relates to size, complexity, team involved and other factors around a project.

Pre-requisites

There are no specific prerequisites for the PRINCE2® exams. However, it is recommended that learners should have some project management knowledge, experience and formal training before you take the exam.

Target Audience for PRINCE2 training:

Anyone working in the field of project management or aspiring to work in project management should do this course to gain the knowledge and skills to amplify the success of their projects which in return will make them successful project managers. This course is also suitable for individuals working in the roles of project assurance, business change analysts, project support, project team members, team managers.

cExam details for PRINCE2 Foundation:
Multiple choice objective type exam
Total 60 questions
55% passing score i.e 33 out of 60
60 minutes duration
Closed book

Exam details for PRINCE2 Practitioner:

Scenario based exam
Multiple choice objective type questions
Total 68 questions
55% passing score i.e 38 out of 68
150 minutes duration
Open book , only the official hard copy of the Managing successful projects with Prince2 2017 edition is allowed

Note: The official hard copy of the Guide is not included in the course fee. It needs to be purchased by the participants separately.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

What is PRINCE2®?

PRINCE2 is a Project Management system adopted worldwide. This Prince2 method is used by people and organizations from broad-spectrum industries and sectors. It is a flexible method that guides you through the essentials for managing successful projects, regardless of type or scale. Incorporated with seven principles, themes and processes, PRINCE2 can be customized to meet your definite requirements.

How do I get Prince2 certified?

There are two ways to get Prince2 certified-
1. Attend the exams at the end of a training course offered by an Accredited Training Organization (ATO) like Predesk Training Solutions.

2. Do self-study and then book the exam without a training course with PeopleCert.
How long does it take to get Prince2 certification?

It normally takes an apprentice anywhere from three days to three months to complete a PRINCE2 project management qualification.
Who provides prince2 certification?

PRINCE2 certification is given by AXELOS Ltd, a joint venture by the Cabinet Office and Capita, based in UK. AXELOS is the organization behind a variety of highly popular global best practice frameworks, including ITIL 4, PRINCE2, MSP, and AgileSHIFT.

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