PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner

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1 PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner PRINCE2 Exam Preparation Course 5 Days Intensive Classroom Training Including: PRINCE2 Foundation Exam PRINCE2 Practitioner Exam

2 Your Complete PRINCE2 Solution: What s Included? days classroom Pre-course Official manual, Course materials PRINCE2 PRINCE2 based training, familiarisation Managing and sample exam Foundation Exam Practitioner Exam covering both reading. Successful questions. & Certification. & Certification. Foundation and Projects Practitioner with PRINCE2 - syllabus Edition.

3 Contents About PRINCE2 4 PRINCE2 Certification 6 Our PRINCE2 Approach 7 Why Choose Our PRINCE2 Approach? 9 Course Format: PRINCE2 Foundation 10 Course Format: PRINCE2 Practitioner 11 Course Content: PRINCE2 Foundation 12 Course Content: PRINCE2 Practitioner 13 Your PRINCE2 Exam & Credentials 14 3 Ways to Get Started 15 Train & Certify Your Team 16 About Us 17 Get in Touch 18 3

4 About PRINCE2 PRINCE2 is a project management methodology practised and recognised on a worldwide scale. 7 Principles It s a clearly defined framework, based on a published manual, Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE Edition. The PRINCE2 method is composed of 7 themes, 7 principles, and 7 processes that equip PRINCE2 practitioners with the knowledge to manage projects in a range of environments. In the updated 2017 edition of the manual, there is a renewed emphasis on tailoring these themes and processes to suit the project and the organisational needs. This tailoring is now examined at Foundation level, as well as at Practitioner level. 7 Themes 7 Processes Learn More about the Origins & Benefits of PRINCE2 4

5 About PRINCE2 7 Principles 7 Themes 7 Processes 1 Continued business justification 1 Business Case 1 Starting up a project (SU) 2 Defined roles and responsibilities 2 Organisation 2 Initiating (IP) 3 Learn from experience 3 Quality 3 Directing (DP) 4 Focus on products 4 Plans 4 Controlling stage (CS) 5 Manage by stages 5 Risk 5 Managing a stage boundary (SB) 6 Manage by exception 6 Change 6 Managing product delivery (MP) 7 Tailor to the project environment 7 Progress 7 Closing a project (CP) 5

6 PRINCE2 Certification Axelos are the owners and We are an Authorised The PRINCE2 certification Our trainers are You will receive creators of PRINCE2. Training Partner you achieve through authorised, audited, quality-approved training They operate through approved Examination Institutes (EI), and Accredited Training Organisations (ATO). with VMEdu, one of PeopleCert s largest Accredited Training Organisations (ATO). our 5-day Foundation and Practitioner course is authentic, and will be recognised globally by employers. qualified, and highly experienced in the PRINCE2 methodology and exam preparation. in best-practice application of the PRINCE2 framework. PeopleCert is an Axelos EI. 6

7 Our PRINCE2 Approach PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Training This is a 5-day classroom-based course, led by PRINCE2 qualified, experienced project management trainers. Our delivery style is geared towards intensive exam preparation. The course syllabus follows the requirements laid down by Axelos, the accreditation body. While some experience in a project management environment is recommended, and will be helpful for completing this course, Axelos do not lay down any formal eligibility requirements to become PRINCE2 certified. Setting yourself up for PRINCE2 Success On the next page, you ll find a step-bystep guide to how we run our PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner programme. 7

8 Pre- Course Our PRINCE2 Approach We will give you access to pre-course familiarisation reading in advance of the course start date. Completing the pre-course reading is important and may impact on your success rate in the exams. This is an intensive exam preparation course. Completing our pre-course familiarisation reading is necessary before you attend. Days 1-3 Classroom-based training with our experienced, PRINCE2 certified trainer. You will need to set aside time for pre-course reading before you attend, and in the evenings during the course to study and prepare for your exams. Our 5-day course format means that you can Day 3 - Exam (P.M.) - 1 hour - Pass mark: 55% (33 / 60) Tests your knowledge of PRINCE2 methodology Passing is a requirement for progressing to Practitioner Level concentrate your training into 1 business week, avoiding the need to fit training into your schedule for months at a time. Take a look at our tried-and-tested format for Days 4 & 5 Classroom-based training with our experienced, PRINCE2 certified trainer. PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner on the righthand side of this page. Day 5 Exam (P.M.) - 2 hours - Pass mark: 55% (38 / 68) Tests your ability to apply PRINCE2 methodology to a project case study

9 Why Choose our PRINCE2 Approach? A Complete PRINCE2 Solution Our course format means that you get everything you need to become PRINCE2 certified in 1 transparent price. We include 5 days of classroom-based training, pre-course familiarisation reading materials, the Axelos PRINCE2 Manual, and both examinations. Training Delivered by Qualified PRINCE2 Experts Our PRINCE2 training is delivered by qualified, expert PRINCE2 trainers with valuable, real-life experience in implementing PRINCE2 and other project management methodologies. Gain an 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 Focused, Intensive Approach Our 5-day course format means that you can concentrate your training into 1 business week, avoiding the need to fit training into your schedule for months at a time. More About PRINCE2 Why Choose PRINCE2? 8 Reasons To Love PRINCE2 9

10 Course Format: PRINCE2 Foundation (Days 1-3) In addition to preparing you to sit your official exam, the aim of this course is to provide you with sufficient knowledge and understanding of the PRINCE2 methodology to be able to work effectively as part of a project management team within an environment supporting PRINCE2. Course Objectives By the end of the course, you will gain a thorough knowledge of the Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE Edition manual, including: The characteristics and context of a project and the benefits of adopting PRINCE2. The 7 PRINCE2 Principles. The 7 PRINCE2 Themes. The 7 PRINCE2 Processes. The purpose of the PRINCE2 roles, management processes, and themes. How to tailor the themes and processes to suit the project and organisation, with a new focus on tailoring to Agile environments. You will be prepared to sit the PRINCE2 Foundation exam. The certification exam will test your knowledge. 10

11 Course Format: PRINCE2 Practitioner (Days 4 & 5) PRINCE2 Practitioner training takes your understanding of the PRINCE2 framework to the next level, so that you can apply and tailor PRINCE2 to address the needs and problems of a given project scenario. Your ability to do this will be examined by use of official Axelos case studies. It also prepares you to complete the Practitioner exam on Day 5. Course Objectives By the end of the PRINCE2 Practitioner course, you will be confident in applying and tailoring the PRINCE2 methodology. 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 on the final day of training. 11

12 Course Content: PRINCE2 Foundation 1 Module 1 3 Module 3 5 Module 5 Overview of project management and PRINCE2 PRINCE2 7 principles, 7 themes, and 7 processes Tailoring of themes and processes to project type and organisation 2 Module 2 Starting a PRINCE2 project process Initiating a project process Business case theme Organisation theme Directing a project process Planning theme Quality theme Risk theme Change theme 4 Module 4 Progress theme Managing a delivery process Controlling a project stage process Managing a stage boundary process Closing a project process PRINCE2 Foundation Exam, Day 3 (indicative time 2.30pm)* You must pass your Foundation Exam in order to progress to Practitioner Level on Day 4. Your trainer will provisionally assess your grade. You will receive formal notification, and your certificate through PeopleCert, on behalf of Axelos. *Exam times may vary 12

13 Course Content: PRINCE2 Practitioner 1 Module 1 4 Module 4 Overview of PRINCE2 Principles, Themes and Processes Practitioner exam technique and exam preparation 2 Module 2 5 Module 5 Application of PRINCE2 methodology to projects PRINCE2 Practitioner Exam (indicative time, 1pm)* Tailoring PRINCE2 methodology to projects 3 Module 3 PRINCE2 Practitioner Exam tests your ability to apply the PRINCE2 Principles, Themes and Processes to a project case study. Ready to Go? Reserve A Place Case study exercises aimed at preparing you for your certification exam Ask A Quick Question *Exam times may vary 13

14 Your PRINCE2 Exams & Credentials PRINCE2 Foundation Preparing to Pass We supply pre-course familiarisation reading before you attend the course. Completing the pre-course reading is important, and may impact your success in passing both exams. You should Exam is taken on day 3 of training (afternoon) 1-hour supervised exam with 60 multiple choice questions Closed book exam 55% or higher required to pass You must pass to progress to Practitioner Level on Day 4 This credential will never expire or need to be renewed. aim to schedule approximately 5-6 hours for this in advance of the course (this is only a guide and may vary from person to person). PRINCE2 Practitioner It is important that you set aside time in the evenings during the course (approximately 2-3 hours per night) to prepare for your exams. Internet access is required for pre-course study and exam preparation during the course. Exam is taken on day 5 of training (afternoon) 2.5-hour supervised exam with 68 multiple choice questions Open book exam (official manual only) 55% or higher required to pass This credential will remain valid for 3 years. After this time, you must either re-sit the Practitioner exam, or maintain your credential through Axelos membership. 14

15 3 Ways to Get Started Talk to Us Reserve A Place Ask Us A Question Online You can reach us by phone on Freephone , or (mon - thurs, 9.00am pm, fri, 9.00am pm). We will be happy to answer any questions you have, advise on the best option for your PRINCE2 training, or book a place for you on an upcoming course. To Reserve a Place, click the button below. You can view and select upcoming dates to provisionally reserve a place on an upcoming PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner Course. If you d prefer to contact us online, request a phonecall, or to get in touch outside of office hours, using the Ask A Quick Question button below is the best option. We ll respond with the information you need. Freephone Reserve A Place Ask A Quick Question 15

16 Train & Certify Your Team We also offer PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner as an in-company programme, where we deliver the training exclusively to your team, at your location. Here are some of the benefits you ll gain by choosing an in-company style of training delivery: Flexibility In-company training gives you the ability to schedule training at a time that works best for your schedule. It removes the inconvenience of having to take someone out of their role for training at a busy time. Savings When you have a number of potential candidates for training, in-company can work out as extremely cost-effective. Convenience We will come to your premises, or a location chosen by you to deliver the training. This minimises disruption and eliminates travel costs for your team. Customisation Although the PRINCE2 course syllabus must be adhered to, we can take your business and any challenges you are facing into account when delivering the course. We will make the training delivery relevant to your team. Visit Webpage Get an In-Company Quote 16

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