PRINCE2(R) Foundation

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 PRINCE2 Foundation course provides a definitive overview of the latest version of PRINCE2, the 6th Edition. We cover its four integrated components – the principles, themes, processes and 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.

Using elements from QA’s Performance-Based Learning approach, we help you to not only know PRINCE2, but also apply and tailor it for your projects. The Foundation course has been designed by award-winning instructional designers to ensure that it provides an interactive and engaging introduction to PRINCE2. Our experienced PRINCE2 experts explain the method through a wide range of individual and group exercises, case-study application, learning games and practice exam questions.

• Demonstrate that you understand and can recall the various components of the PRINCE2 method.
• Explain the PRINCE2 principles.
• Explain the purpose of the seven PRINCE2 themes.
• Describe each step of the PRINCE2 journey, listing the activities required to guide a project throughout its lifecycle.
• Identify the recommended PRINCE2 management products which include baselines, records and reports.

There are no formal prerequisites for this course but delegates would benefit from some experience of working in projects prior to attendance. We recommend that you have access to a personal device for extra curricula work.

Pre-course reading

• You will be provided with a number of short activities to complete, including access to QA's interactive video-based learning, which will help you prepare for the course. These activities are expected to take approximately 1 hour to complete (although you may wish to spend longer to help you prepare more effectively).
• Click here to view the minimum technical system requirements that are required to access QA's video-based learning.
• The benefits of pre-course reading are outlined in this short, entertaining animation:

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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. Full details and how to apply can be found here www.qa.com/axelosexams. At least two weeks' notice will be required for processing this request. Learners failing to advise QA and provide evidence when requested, may not be allowed the additional support offered via the policy. QA Exam Administration can be contacted by email exam.admin@qa.com or by phone +44(0)1793 696162.

The course focuses on the components of the method and how they help to structure project delivery. You should note that evening work will be assigned, which is not expected to exceed two hours per night.

Specific course content will include:

PRINCE2 Foundation 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 and processes

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.

1. Business case
2. Organisation
3. Quality
4. Plans
5. Risk
6. Change
7. 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.

1. Starting up a Project
2. Directing a Project
3. Initiating a Project
4. Controlling a Stage
5. Managing Product Delivery
6. Managing a Stage Boundary
7. Closing a Project

Examination details: PRINCE2 Foundation exam

PeopleCert exams take place remotely via PeopleCert Online Proctoring, and the afternoon of the last day of your course will continue with your learning until approximately 5.00pm. When booking your exam please ensure that it is for a time after the course has concluded and at a time convenient for you. You will be required to download and install ExamShield and conduct a compatibility test prior to sitting the exam.

• Duration: 60 minutes
• Questions (OTQ): 60
• Pass mark: 55%
• Use of textbook: No
• Timing: End of Day 2

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