PRINCE2® Course Foundation and Practitioner
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- Choose Your Style: This PRINCE2® Course is available in classroom, live virtual, and in-house formats.
- 2 Certifications: Achieve both PRINCE2® Foundation and PRINCE2® Practitioner Certifications.
- PRINCE2® Experts: Our PRINCE2® certified trainers have plenty of experience delivering this course successfully.
- Focused Approach: Our intensive exam preparation approach to PRINCE2® training has a very high success rate.
Choose your training delivery style:
- Certificates: Foundation + Practitioner
- Duration: 5 Days
- Exam: Exams Included
- Exam Style: Classroom or Online
- In-House: Tailored training for teams
- Locations: Dublin, Online, In-House
This PRINCE2® Course is intensive exam preparation that will prepare you to sit both the Foundation and Practitioner exams. Our goal is that you will understand the processes, roles, principles, and themes of the PRINCE2® framework, and feel confident that you can pass your exams first time.
An Inclusive PRINCE2® Solution
Our course format is focused on providing you with the resources you need to achieve PRINCE2® Certification. We include 5 days of classroom-based or virtual training, pre-course familiarisation reading, course materials and sample exam questions, and both examinations. The only additional resource you need to purchase is the official AXELOS manual (see “More About This Course” below).
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Classroom Training
Virtual Training
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In-House PRINCE2® Training
We recommend in-house training for any organisation that has several candidates for PRINCE2® certification. It's a brilliantly flexible and efficient way to train your team.
We offer in-house training in all formats: classroom, live virtual, and online. We can advise on the right fit for your team's training when you request a tailored quote.
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The course content is very clear, the content surprised me. Definitely given me more confidence that I have good structure in place in my current work but also surprised how much benefit it may bring to my current role and any future roles.
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Being able to do the course remotely worked for me I may not have been able to do the course at this time otherwise due to work commitments. Discussions were very effective, the addition of the online learning - videos, slides and sample questions were excellent.
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PRINCE2® Course Foundation and Practitioner- More about this course
- Discover key benefits
- Top training objectives
- Detailed course content
- Understand delivery styles
- How to get started
More About our PRINCE2® Classroom and Virtual Courses
Our classroom and virtual delivery style is geared towards intensive exam preparation. The course syllabus follows the requirements laid down by AXELOS, the accreditation body.
What Are the Benefits of Our Approach?
A Convenient PRINCE2® Training Solution
Our course format includes your training, both exams, and certification costs. You’ll also gain access to pre-course familiarisation reading materials to help you prepare for the training. The only additional resource you need to buy separately is the AXELOS manual, "Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2® publication, Sixth Edition, AXELOS Limited, Copyright 2017".Focus and High-Impact Training
Our delivery style is intensive. Participants receive pre-course familiarisation reading to prepare them for classroom training. This formula is very effective for achieving success with the PRINCE2® exams.Understanding of the PRINCE2® Framework
Through covering the course syllabus, you will gain an understanding of the principles of the PRINCE2® project management framework.A Flexible Approach
Our 5-day classroom and virtual training formats mean that you can concentrate your training into a short, focused period, avoiding the need to fit training into your schedule for months at a time. You can learn more about our classroom and virtual delivery styles in the next tab.
About Virtual Training
Connecting with our live virtual training is easy. You'll gain all the benefits of a classroom-based course, with the added convenience of connecting online from wherever you're currently based.
All you need for virtual training is a steady internet connection and an internet-enabled device (such as a smartphone, computer, or tablet) with a web-camera, speakers, and microphone.
Be Prepared
Pre-course familiarisation reading is important for all participants of PRINCE2® courses. Each participant will also need to set aside time during the evenings of the training for study.
We will guide you at each stage of the planning process, making sure that you have advance access to the pre-course reading that is required to support their training.
Purchasing the Official PRINCE2® Manual
The official AXELOS manual, “Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2® publication, Sixth Edition, AXELOS Limited, Copyright 2017” is the only additional resource you will need to purchase separately. This is to give you the flexibility to choose a physical textbook or e-book.
You will need a copy of this textbook before training begins, and we can point you in the direction of the best stockists when you get in touch to reserve your place.
Book a Classroom or Virtual Place
If you're ready to get started, click below to reserve your spot on an upcoming date. Choose from reserving a classroom or virtual place.
If you have any questions, or would like to speak with one of our expert training consultants, you can reach us at Freephone 1800 910 810. Alternatively, click below to Ask A Question online.
What are the differences between Classroom and Virtual Training?
The delivery for classroom-based and live virtual training is very similar, with a few small differences.
Virtual Training
- Connect from Anywhere: Virtual training is perfect for those who cannot travel to the Dublin training venues or who prefer to learn from home.
- Gap Between Training: For virtual training, our 5-day Foundation and Practitioner Course is delivered with a gap between Days 1 - 3 and Days 4 & 5. This is to enable participants to study and sit their Foundation exam between the Foundation and Practitioner levels.
- Exams Outside of Training: Those attending virtual training will schedule and sit their exams when they are ready. Most virtual students complete their Foundation exam in the break between Days 1 - 3 and Days 4 & 5, and the Practitioner exam when training is completed.
Classroom Training
- Dublin Venues: Our classroom training takes place in easy-to-access Dublin venues.
- Consecutive Days: Our classroom training courses run as 5 consecutive days, with no gap between Days 1 - 3 and Days 4 & 5.
- Exams During Training: If you're attending our classroom courses, you will take your Foundation exam on the afternoon of Day 3 and your Practitioner exam on the afternoon of Day 5.
PRINCE2® Training for Your Team
We also offer our PRINCE2® programmes for in-house training.
In-house (also known as 'in-company') is a focused style of training that affords you greater flexibility and a higher level of impact for your team. Here are some of the key benefits you'll gain with in-house training:
Why Choose In-House Training?
Complete Flexibility
Choose from classroom, virtual, or online training. In the case of classroom training, we come to you. This cuts out any travel costs and minimises disruption to your team.Focused on Your Team
We train your team exclusively. In-house training is an excellent way to train and certify your entire team in the PRINCE2® framework.Work with Your Schedule
Ensure minimum disruption to productivity by choosing training dates that fit your business calendar.Certification Options
You can complete both certifications (Foundation and Practitioner) at the same time, or deliver one module first, followed by the second at a later stage.
Learn More and Get Started
You can use the buttons below to request your customised in-company quote or ask us anything about in-house PRINCE2® training. To reach us by phone, call Freephone 1800 910 810.
What is Covered in this PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner Course?
You'll find a content outline for our classroom, virtual, and in-house training below. The online training outline may differ slightly, but will work from the same syllabus.
You can read the full course outline and learn more about achieving your certification by downloading our course brochure.
Training Objectives
As this course focuses on achieving both Foundation and Practitioner certifications, we have divided our objectives and the course into two sections:
Days 1 – 3: Foundation Certification
By the end of days 1 - 3, you will gain a thorough knowledge of the “Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2® publication, Sixth Edition, AXELOS Limited, Copyright 2017” manual, including:
- The characteristics and context of a project and the benefits of adopting PRINCE2®.
- The purpose of PRINCE2® roles, management processes and themes.
- The PRINCE2® principles and processes.
- You will be prepared to sit the PRINCE2® Foundation Exam.
Days 4 & 5: Practitioner Certification
By the end of days 4 and 5, you will be able to apply and tailor PRINCE2® to address the needs and problems of a given project scenario. Your ability to do this will be examined by the use of official AXELOS case studies. You will:
- Understand the relationships between the roles, management products, principles, themes, techniques, and processes.
- Be able to apply the principles, themes and processes to a case study project (official AXELOS approved case study is used).
- Be prepared to sit your PRINCE2® Practitioner exam.
Days 1 - 3: PRINCE2® Foundation Exam Prep & Exam
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Module 1
Overview of project management and PRINCE2®
PRINCE2® principles and themes -
Module 2
Starting a PRINCE2® project
Organising PRINCE2® project management teams -
Module 3
Initiating a project
The business case -
Module 4
Planning a PRINCE2® project
Quality Management
Risk Management
Change Management -
Module 5
Managing and directing Project Delivery
Managing and controlling stage boundaries -
Module 6
Configuration management
Stage closure -
Day 3: Afternoon
PRINCE2® Foundation Exam
Days 4 & 5: PRINCE2® Practitioner Exam Prep & Exam
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Module 1
Overview of PRINCE2® -
Module 2
Overview of tailoring PRINCE2® to project environments -
Module 3
Case study exercises aimed at preparing you for your certification exam -
Module 4
Practitioner exam technique and exam preparation -
Day 5: Afternoon
PRINCE2® Practitioner Exam
Frequently Asked Questions
This PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner training is available in 3 formats: classroom, virtual, and in-house team training.
Classroom training is in-person, scheduled courses that run in Dublin throughout the year.
Virtual training is similar to classroom, but you connect remotely from wherever you're located.
In-house means that we deliver the training to your team only. This can be in any style (classroom or virtual). For classroom training, we come to your location.
You can access our live virtual training courses from anywhere in the world.
We run our classroom course throughout the year in Dublin. Our Dublin training venues are all located outside the city centre, helping you to avoid traffic! Each training venue is situated close to the M50 and offers free parking for our delegates.
The classroom and virtual version of this course takes place over 5 days. Each day runs from 9.30am – 5.00pm.
Classroom training runs as 5 consecutive days, usually Monday – Friday. Virtual training provides a gap between Days 1 - 3 and Days 4 & 5. We will give you a listing of all dates when you get in touch to book your place.
Here is our effective format for PRINCE2® certification with classroom and virtual training:
- Once you confirm your course place, you’ll receive access to our pre-course familiarisation reading. This usually takes between 5 – 6 hours to complete in advance of attending training. It is very important that you complete this reading.
- Our training is 5 days in length. You will complete both the Foundation and Practitioner level exams during classroom training. Virtual training students will schedule and sit their exams outside of training. Note: You will need to allow time for study each evening during training.
- Once you have passed your exams, you will receive your PRINCE2® certification from PeopleCert, on behalf of AXELOS.
Using our classroom or virtual format, it is possible to get PRINCE2® certified within 1 week during training plus the 5 – 6 hours of pre-course reading.
This course has an exam preparation focus, meaning that it is very intensive and theoretical in style.
Although you will certainly gain knowledge and understanding of the PRINCE2® framework, you will spend a high proportion of time during training concentrating on exam preparation.
The PRINCE2® Foundation certification will never expire or need to be renewed.
You must renew your Practitioner certification every 3 years. This can achieved either by re-sitting your Practitioner exam, or through AXELOS membership (costs apply).
There are 3 things we ensure all delegates for our classroom and live virtual training know before the course begins:
- It is very important that you take the time to complete the pre-course reading we provide. This usually takes about 5 – 6 hours.
- You will need to allow time for study every evening during training. With this in mind, we recommend keeping other commitments during the course to a minimum where possible.
- This is an exam preparation course. As such, it is quite intensive and does not incorporate a lot of practical work.
There are no official experience requirements set out by AXELOS for those working towards PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner certifications.
Although we sometimes have participants with no project management experience, we have found that some familiarity with a project management environment is helpful.
Classroom Training
You will complete both the Foundation and Practitioner exams in class, during training. The Foundation exam takes place on the afternoon of Day 3. The Practitioner exam takes place on the afternoon of Day 5.
Virtual Training
Exams for virtual training are taken outside of training hours.
Most students sit their Foundation exam in the gap between Days 1 - 3 and Days 4 & 5. We strongly recommend this approach. Following training, you'll schedule and sit your online Practitioner exam when ready.
Classroom & Virtual Training
There are 2 ways to secure your place on one of our next classroom or virtual PRINCE2® dates. You can Reserve a Place online by using the buttons below. This provisionally holds your place for a maximum of 2 working days.
During office hours, you can reserve a place directly with our training consultants by calling Freephone 1800 910 810 or 01 861 0700. Our office is open 9.00am – 5.30pm from Monday – Thursday, and 9.00am – 5.00pm on Fridays.
In-House Training
You can all us on Freephone 1800 910 810 to discuss your team's needs. Alternatively, click below to request your customised quotation.
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