PRINCE2® 6th Edition Foundation classroom

Our PRINCE2 Foundation classroom courses allow you to learn how to effectively manage a project, through one of the world’s most recognised project management methodologies, in an environment where you can actively participate and engage with both the material and others around you.

AXELOS (the PRINCE2 accrediting body) has officially changed the name of ‘PRINCE2 2017’ to ‘PRINCE2 6th edition’. The qualification itself has not changed, and still conforms to the 2017 syllabus.

About the course

PRINCE2 is a method for managing projects. It helps you work out who should be involved and what they will be responsible for. Our accredited PRINCE2 Foundation classroom course introduces you to PRINCE2, and helps prepare you for the Foundation examination, which assesses whether you can demonstrate sufficient recall and understanding of the PRINCE2 project management method. This course conforms to the PRINCE2 6th Edition syllabus.

Duration

This is an intensive three-day course leading to the PRINCE2 Foundation examination. Exams are taken online via remote proctor.

Pre-requisites

Delegates should have an understanding of project management but knowledge of PRINCE2 is not required.

Learning objectives

By the end of the PRINCE2 Foundation classroom course you should be able to:

Understand key concepts relating to projects and PRINCE2
Understand how the PRINCE2 principles underpin the PRINCE2 method
Understand the PRINCE2 themes and how they are applied throughout the project
Understand the PRINCE2 processes and how they are carried out throughout the project

This is an intensive three-day course that includes the following:

All accompanying course material (hardcopy)
Online pre-course
The official PRINCE2 manual (digital & hardcopy)
PRINCE2 process map (digital &hardcopy)
The cost of the PRINCE2 Foundation examination (valid for 12 months from purchase date. Exam must be taken online via remote proctor)

Optional extras:

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. For more information and terms and conditions click here

Materials

Hardcopy ILX course material: You will be provided with a printed version of the ILX course material. This will be issued on day one of your course.

Digital and hardcopy official manual: You will be given access to both a digital and hardcopy version of the official manual. The hardcopy will be issued on day one of your course with your course material. For the digital version you will be sent an email invitation approximately two working days prior to course commencement 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.

What's covered?

This course follows the 6th Edition syllabus and includes the following modules:

What is a project?
Structure of PRINCE2
Starting up a project
Directing a project
Organisation
Business case
Initiating a project
Risk
Change
Quality
Managing a stage boundary
Controlling a stage
Managing product delivery
Progress
Closing a project

Target audience

This course would benefit:

Project managers and aspiring project managers
Other key staff involved in the design, development and delivery of projects, including:
- Project board members (e.g. senior responsible owners)
- Team managers (e.g. product delivery managers)
- Project assurance (e.g. business change analysts)
- Project support (e.g. project and programme office personnel)
- Operational line managers/staff

Important note regarding pre-course

There is mandatory online pre-course work that must be undertaken prior to attending this course. It is expected that it will take approximately two to three hours to complete. You will be sent full instructions with a link to the online pre course within 48 hours of your confirmed booking. In addition, whilst attending your course there will also be some examination preparation evening work.

Review the technical requirements for the online learning here.

Exams are taken online via remote proctor. You will be sent an email invitation approximately two working days prior to course commencement to register on the Peoplecert portal. Once registered you will be able to book your online exam at a date and time of your choice. You are responsible for booking your own exam. For more information about how to take your exam and the technical requirements, please click here.

Recertification: This certification has a renew within three years of the award date to remain current. There are multiple ways to recertify, more information regarding the options can be found here.