Introduction to PRINCE2® Foundation Training

This PRINCE2® Foundation course will ensure that you gain an understanding of the PRINCE2® principles, PRINCE2® terminology.The PRINCE2® Foundation qualification is the first part of the full PRINCE2® qualification which is required in order to become a PRINCE2® Practitioner.

What is PRINCE2®?

PRINCE2®, an acronym for Projects IN Controlled Environments, is a project management methodology that promotes productivity and maximal efficiency - through following an established and proven process-driven framework. For more information check out our blog PRINCE2® vs APMP - What are the differences?

PRINCE2®Foundation Syllabus

The PRINCE2® Foundation training course has been designed to measure the delegate and whether or not they have sufficient knowledge and understanding of the PRINCE2® method.

The PRINCE2® Foundation Syllabus includes the following topics:

PRINCE2®Principles

PRINCE2® operates with a collective set of principles that can be applied to every project. These seven principles provide the framework of the best practice upon which PRINCE2® has been created on.

• Continued business justification
• Learn from Experience
• Defined Roles and Responsibilities
• Manage by stages
• Manage by exception
• Focus on Products
• Tailor to suit the project environment

PRINCE2®Themes

The seven PRINCE2® themes are features of the project that must be repeatedly addressed and related together in order for the project to be delivered efficiently and successfully.

• Business Case
• Organisation
• Quality
• Plans
• Risk
• Change
• Progress

PRINCE2®Processes

The seven PRINCE2® processes are defined by the activities that are required to direct, manage and deliver the project successfully. The following processes run from pre-project, through the beginning of the project and delivery, up to and including project closure.

• Starting a Project
• Directing a Project
• Initiating a Project
• Controlling a Stage
• Managing Product Delivery
• Managing a Stage Boundary
• Closing a Project

Extra information

Having trouble trying to figure out the Differences Between PRINCE2® Foundation and PRINCE2® Practitioner Qualification,check out our blog for more information.

For free PRINCE2® Exam tips please have a read through our blog 7 Secrets to Passing PRINCE2® Examinations.

Why don't you get some extra revision in before your PRINCE2 Examinations with our own PRINCE2® Quiz.

Course Objectives

During this training course delegates will gain an understanding following objectives:

• To understand and enhance your knowledge of the PRINCE2® method at the PRINCE2® Foundation Level
• To gain an understanding of the PRINCE2® Principles, PRINCE2® Processes, and the PRINCE2® themes.
• To understand the benefits and application of the principles structure and the approach to Project Management

Who is this course for?

There are no formal prerequisites for undertaking this training course, although it is useful to have experience in working in a project environment.