PRINCE2 Foundation

Course details

PRINCE2® (Projects IN a Controlled Environment) is a leading edge approach to managing projects. With the launch of PRINCE2® also came its recognition as the de facto standard for managing projects, not just in the IT/IS environment, but for projects of any size and complexity, run in any industry sector.

In support of this recognition, The APM Group offer a certification programme accredited by Axelos. SureSkills as an ATO are accredited to run the PRINCE2 Practitioner. This course conforms to the syllabus set down by the APM Group for delegates wishing to gain PRINCE2® Foundation certification. SureSkills as an ATO is accredited to deliver PRINCE2®.

Delivery Method

Instructor-led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities. The course has a significant aspect of syndicate work in a case study environment; to give a sound understanding of project based work according to PRINCE2®. The course also prepares the candidate for the examination, which leads to the Foundation Certificate in Project Management, administered by the APM Group.

Content

This course follows the syllabus set down by the APM Group in order to prepare delegates to pass the PRINCE2® Foundation Paper.

Day 1:

• Introduction to Project Management
• Overview of PRINCE2®
• Starting up a project
• The Project Management Team

Day 2:

• Initiating a project
• The Business Case
• Risk and Quality Management
• All aspects of Planning
• Controls

Day 3:

• Managing Stage Boundaries
• Quality in a PE Controlling a Stage
• Managing Product Delivery
• Change Control
• Configuration Management and Project Closure
• Foundation Exam

Examination Preparation

• Delegates must undertake a period of selfstudy using materials provided before the course. In addition there is a requirement for evening work to be completed throughout the course.
• The Foundation examination, a one-hour multiple choice questionnaire exam, takes place in the afternoon of the third day.

Prerequisites

Comprehensive Pre-course reading material is provided, including a copy of Axelos®’ “Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2®” with instructions.

Who should attend?

This is an intensive course leading to delegates sitting the PRINCE2® Foundation examination on the final day. This course is aimed at anyone wishing to gain the qualification and needing to understand the terminology and principles behind the method. This course would benefit:

• Project Managers
• General Managers
• Programme Managers
• Project Team Managers and support staff
• Staff who will have a defined role
• Project Management Consultants