PRINCE2® 7 and MSP® Complete Learning Path
Introduction
Develop a holistic understanding of project and programme management with this PRINCE2 and MSP learning path. PRINCE2 provides a widely adopted methodology for project management, while the MSP qualification is focused on how to successfully manage programmes and align them with your organisation’s overall strategy.
his learning path will equip you with the tools and knowledge to lead complex and large-scale initiatives, while ensuring that each individual project involved runs smoothly and successfully. The complementary nature of these certifications will develop a powerful skill set for any aspiring project or programme manager.
Who will benefit
Both PRINCE2 and MSP qualifications are widely recognised and respected in the project management industry, and their target audiences may also include professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in project and programme.
Course overview
PRINCE2 is one of the best-known methodologies for managing projects and is used the world over, across all sectors and industries. The Foundation and Practitioner e-learning is expected to take approximately 32 hours to complete.
MSP is a programme management framework from the same product suite at PeopleCert, making it an excellent follow-on course from PRINCE2. The Foundation and Practitioner e-learning is expected to take approximately 42 hours to complete.
This online learning pathway will prepare you for the following exams:
- PRINCE2 Foundation
- PRINCE2 Practitioner
- MSP Foundation
- MSP Practitioner
Completing this online learning path will help to boost your project and programme management prospects, and increase your earning potential.
Course highlights
The following is included:
- 12 months online access to our accredited:
- PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner e-learning
- MSP Foundation & Practitioner e-learning
- The cost of the following exams, all valid for 12 months from purchase date (exams must be taken online via remote proctor):
- PRINCE2 Foundation
- PRINCE2 Practitioner
- MSP Foundation
- MSP Practitioner
- The official PRINCE2 and MSP manuals (digital)
- Full tutor support
- Exam simulators
- PRINCE2 process map (digital)
Optional extras
- The official PRINCE2 manual (hardcopy)
- The official MSP manual (hardcopy)
- PRINCE2 process map (hardcopy)
- Take2 exam insurance - a cost effective solution, providing insurance and peace of mind if things don’t go to plan with your first exam attempt (view our Take2 terms and conditions)
Please note: Optional extras are available to purchase at an additional cost in the basket.
- Digital official manual: You will be sent an email invitation within 48 hours of your purchase to register on the PeopleCert portal. Once registered you will be able to access the digital version of your manual. Please note: There is a 5-year limitation in accessing your eBook.
- Hardcopy official manual: If you decide to purchase the hardcopy official manual as an optional extra your manual will be shipped to your chosen address within 48 hours of purchase.
- Hardcopy process map: If you decide to purchase the hardcopy process map as an optional extra it will be shipped to your chosen address within 48 hours of purchase.
Exam information
The exam formats are as follows:
PRINCE2 7 Foundation exam:
- Multiple choice
- 60 minutes
- Closed book
- 60% pass mark (36/60)
PRINCE2 7 Practitioner exam:
- 150 minutes
- 70 questions (each worth 1 mark)
- Open book (The PRINCE2 7 official book, should be used but no other material is allowed)
- 60% pass mark (42/70)
MSP Foundation exam:
- 60 minutes
- Multiple choice
- 60 questions
- 60% pass mark (36/60)
- Closed book
MSP Practitioner exam:
- Open book (Only the MSP 5th Edition manual is permitted)
- 60% pass mark (42/70)
- 150-minute duration
- Multiple choice
Please note: We would like to inform you that during open book exams candidates can use only official hard copy books or softcopy e-books available only through VitalSource on a secondary device.
Recertification: This certification has a renew within three years of the award date to remain current. There are multiple ways to recertify, find out more about the recertification options.
Recommended experience/qualifications
There are no formal prerequisites for the PRINCE2 Foundation examination. However, you must have passed Foundation prior to undertaking the Practitioner examination.
You must hold the MSP 5th Edition Foundation qualification in order to satisfy the prerequisite requirements for the MSP 5th Edition Practitioner exam.
Skills covered
The following are the module names within each of the e-learning courses.
PRINCE2 7 Foundation elearning:
- Course overview
- Projects, principles, practices, and processes
- People
- Processes and practice quiz
- Practice:
- Business case
- Organizing
- Plans
- Risk
- Quality
- Issues
- Progress
- Processes:
- Starting up a project
- Initiating a project
- Controlling a stage
- Managing product delivery
- Managing a stage boundary
- Closing a project
- Directing a project
- Process model walkthrough
PRINCE2 7 Practitioner elearning:
- Course introduction
- Principles
- People
- Practice:
- Business case
- Organizing
- Plans
- Quality
- Risk
- Issues
- Progress
- Processes:
- Starting up a project
- Initiating a project
- Controlling a stage
- Managing product delivery
- Managing a stage boundary
- Closing a project
- Directing a project
- PRINCE2 walkthrough
MSP Foundation elearning:
- Introduction and key concepts
- MSP principles
- MSP themes – Introduction and organization theme
- MSP themes – Justification theme
- MSP themes – Structure theme
- MSP themes – Knowledge theme
- MSP themes – Assurance theme
- MSP themes – Decision theme
- MSP processes
- Exam simulator
MSP Practitioner elearning:
- Introduction
- MSP principles
- MSP themes – Introduction and organization theme
- MSP themes – Justification theme
- MSP themes – Structure theme
- MSP themes – Knowledge theme
- MSP themes – Assurance theme
- MSP themes – Decision theme
- Identify the programme
- Design the outcomes
- Plan progressive delivery
- Deliver the capabilities
- Embed the outcomes
- Evaluate new information
- Exam simulator
Key learning outcomes
By the end of the PRINCE2 7 Foundation e-learning you should:
- Understand key concepts relating to projects and PRINCE2
- Understand how the PRINCE2 principles underpin the PRINCE2 method
- Understand the importance of people insuccessful projects
- Understand the PRINCE2 practices and how they are applied throughout the project
- Understand the PRINCE2 processes and how they are carried out throughout the project
By the end of the PRINCE2 7 Practitioner e-learning you should:
- Understand how to apply the PRINCE2 principles in context
- Understand how to apply effective people management in successful projects
- Understand how to apply and tailor relevant aspects of PRINCE2 practices in context
- Understand how to apply (and tailor) relevant aspects of PRINCE2 processes in context
By the end of the MSP Foundation and Practitioner e-learning courses you should be able to:
- Understand key concepts relating to programmes and MSP
- Understand how the MSP principles underpin the MSP framework and how to apply the MSP principles in context
- Understand the MSP themes, how they are applied throughout the programme and how to apply and tailor relevant aspects of the MSP themes in context
- Understand the MSP processes, how they are carried out throughout the programme and how to apply and tailor relevant aspects of the MSP processes in context
Frequently asked questions
Is there a difference between PRINCE2 and MSP?
Yes, the main difference falls in the focus of each methodology. PRINCE2 is centred around project management, where MSP focuses on managing a collection of projects, known as a programme. As such, PRINCE2 teaches a structural method for project managers to follow throughout the course of any individual project, whereas MSP emphasises the importance of strategic alignment, governance and benefits management across multiple projects.
What are the core benefits of combining PRINCE2 and MSP?
By combining these methodologies, individuals and organisations can effectively manage multiple projects within the context of a larger programme. MSP offers a strategic approach, while PRINCE2 provides a more tactical focus. Using the two together means organisations can ensure that their project management approach is aligned with their overall strategy, while still maintaining a focus on delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required level of quality.
How long will the PRINCE2 and MSP certification last?
Both the PRINCE2 and MSP certifications require renewal within three years of the award date to remain current. There are multiple ways to recertify, find out more on the PeopleCert website.
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