PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation (Version 2)

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Course overview

Ideal for teams delivering fast-paced, change-driven initiatives, PRINCE2 Agile Foundation introduces the core principles of Agile and project management. You’ll explore how Agile practices align with PRINCE2’s governance to support Agile ways of working in structured project environments.

Combine flexibility and governance with PRINCE2 Agile Foundation

Build your understanding of Agile principles and how they integrate with PRINCE2. With updated content, this new version of PRINCE2 Agile will teach you essential knowledge to support Agile delivery, improve collaboration, and adapt to change.

Learning objectives

Define Agile, and understand the need for it in project management
Understand the Agile mindset and its key characteristics
Know the PRINCE2 Agile principles, practices and artifacts
Understand the difference between ‘being Agile’ and ‘doing Agile’
Describe the structure and elements of the Agile Onion
Identify the benefits of integrating Agile approaches within PRINCE2
Recognise key Agile concepts and techniques, including user stories and burn charts
Know how Agile supports organisational change management
Explain the roles and responsibilities of members in a PRINCE2 Agile team

What you’ll learn

PRINCE2 Agile (Version 2) equips you with a clear understanding of how Agile approaches fit within structured project management. You’ll explore Agile behaviours, terminology, and methods, and discover how these work alongside the PRINCE2 principles to support responsive, well-governed project delivery in today’s fast-paced environments.

The Agile mindset

Learn what it means to think and work in an Agile way by adopting an Agile mindset. You’ll explore the values, principles, and behaviours that define Agile working, such as openness to change, collaboration, and team empowerment. Understand the Agile Onion method, and how a strong mindset underpins successful Agile delivery.

Being Agile vs doing Agile

Understand the distinction between adopting an Agile culture and simply following Agile processes. Recognise how organisational culture, team dynamics, and leadership behaviours influence agility. You’ll also learn how combining mindset with practical application leads to more effective and sustainable Agile working practices.

Agile concepts and tools

Gain a knowledge of the key methods and tools used in Agile delivery. From user stories and burn charts to stand-ups and backlogs, you’ll discover how these elements support iterative progress and continuous feedback. You’ll also be introduced to estimation techniques like T-shirt sizing and key concepts such as minimum viable product (MVP).

PRINCE2 principles in Agile projects

Explore how PRINCE2’s seven principles provide a strong governance framework for Agile projects. You’ll learn how these principles help maintain direction, justify business value, manage risk, and align stakeholder expectations – all while supporting the fast-paced, flexible delivery that Agile projects demand.

What’s included

Accredited PRINCE2 Agile Foundation training
PRINCE2 Agile Foundation exam
Official PRINCE2 Agile manual
PRINCE2 Agile process map
Tutor support
Further optional extras, including Take² exam insurance, available at checkout

Key facts

Certification

PRINCE2 Agile Foundation (Version 2)

Who it’s for

Project managers, Agile professionals, scrum masters, Agile coaches, programme managers, change managers, business analysts, and other professionals that want to adopt Agile ways of working

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for the PRINCE2 Agile Foundation exam

Exam information

60 minutes, multiple choice, closed book, 60% pass mark, online exam via remote proctor

Optional extras

Hard copy of official PRINCE2 Agile manual, hard copy of the PRINCE2 Agile process map, and Take² exam insurance

Pre-course

Mandatory online pre-course if you select classroom or live virtual classroom study options

FAQs

Gain a comprehensive introduction to Agile principles within the structure of a PRINCE2 project with this new PRINCE2 Agile Foundation (Version 2) course.

What’s changed in the latest version of PRINCE2 Agile Foundation?

The updated course features clearer language and structure making the methodology easier to apply, deeper focus on Agile frameworks and the Agile mindset, as well as better alignment with PRINCE2 7.

Is there an exam included?

Yes, the course includes the official PRINCE2 Agile Foundation exam. This is a multiple choice, closed book assessment designed to test your understanding of the content covered in this course, and is required to achieve certification.

Do I need any prior experience to take PRINCE2 Agile Foundation?

No previous experience is needed. The course is suitable for beginners or those looking to formalise their Agile knowledge within a PRINCE2 context.

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