PRINCE2® Foundation Training Overview 


Our PRINCE2® Foundation training course provides an essential introduction to PRINCE2® (PRojects IN Controlled Environments), a globally recognised Project Management methodology. Tailored for both public and private sectors, PRINCE2® is indispensable for aspiring Project Managers seeking to thrive in diverse organisational settings.  

This comprehensive course equips delegates with the fundamental knowledge required to excel within any management team. The PRINCE2® Foundation certification serves as a springboard to the more advanced Practitioner level, making it an ideal starting point for individuals embarking on their PRINCE2® journey.  

With a focus on practical application, our training program empowers participants with versatile leadership techniques that can be customised to suit various project environments and complexities. Covering all essential concepts, our course ensures delegates are well-prepared to ace the certification exam on their first attempt. 

Key Benefits of the PRINCE2® Foundation Certification 


Whether you're an accomplished Project Manager looking for certification, or you are new to the exciting world of Project Management and are eager to learn top tips for success, PRINCE2® Foundation offers something for everyone. Fundamentally, a PRINCE2® certification will increase your employment prospects and boost your business.  

Key benefits include:  

SKILLS LEARNT: On the PRINCE2® Foundation Course you will learn how to focus on business justification, plan an approach that centres on the product, share project tasks so they are easier to manage, and define the organisational structure of a management team. You will also become confident in applying your knowledge to any level of project.  

EMPLOYMENT PROSPECTS: The highly sought-after qualification will make your CV stand out amongst competitors and equip you with the knowledge to succeed in any business practice. As a globally recognised method, certification in the PRINCE2® Foundation course will demonstrate to employers that you are competent in handling and leading projects.  

BUSINESS BENEFITS: Following the 17-year-old tried and tested PRINCE2® formula will equip you with the skills to implement valuable Project Management methods in a timely and efficient manner to truly enhance your business. 

Prerequisites of the PRINCE2® Foundation Training 


Anyone with an interest in Project Management can attend this course. Hence, there are no official prerequisites.  

Who should attend PRINCE2® Foundation Training 


  • Project Managers 
  • Project Coordinators 
  • Business Analysts 
  • IT Professionals 
  • Change Managers 
  • Risk Managers 
  • Team Leaders 

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PRINCE2® Foundation & Practitioner Training Outline 


Within this PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner training course you will learn the following modules: 

Module 1: Understand Key Concepts Relating to Projects and PRINCE2® 

  • Concepts Related to Project Management 
    • Definition of the Integrated Elements of PRINCE2® 
    • Definition of a Project and Project Management 
    • Aspects of Project Performance 
    • Definition of Delivery Approaches 
  • Describe 
    • Why is Project Management Used? 
    • Common Challenges Designed to Address 
    • Characteristics of a Project 
    • Projects in Context and Project Environment 
    • Features and Benefits of PRINCE2® 

Module 2: How the PRINCE2® Principles Underpin the PRINCE2® Method? 

  • PRINCE2® Principles 
    • Continued Business Justification 
    • Learn from Experience 
    • Defined Roles, Responsibilities, and Relationships 
    • Manage by Stages 
    • Manage by Exception 
    • Focus on Products 
    • Tailor to Suit the Project 
  • Aspects of a Project can Be Tailored, Who is Responsible, and How Tailoring Decisions are Documented? 
Module 3: Importance of People in Successful Projects 

  • Concepts Related to the People Element 
    • Organisational Ecosystem 
    • Project Ecosystem 
    • Change Management 
    • Stakeholder 
    • Culture 
    • Collaboration and Co-Creation 
    • Leadership 
    • Management 
  • Difference Between Concepts Related to the People Element 
    • People Within the Project and People Affected by the Project 
    • Leadership and Management 
  • Key Concepts Related to the People Element 
    • Change Management and Why it is Important 
    • Stakeholder Engagement 
    • Communication 
    • Effective Teams, Including Diversity, Capability, and Competence 
  • Purpose of the Management Products to Support Element of Projects 
    • PID: Change Management Approach 
    • PID: Communication Management Approach 
  • How People Aspects Integrate with Other PRINCE2® Elements? 
Module 4: How PRINCE2® Practices are Applied Throughout the Project? 

  • Purpose of PRINCE2® Management Products 
    • Purpose of the ‘Business Case’ Practice 
    • Relationships Between ‘Business Case’ Practice and Principles 
    • Management Products Required to Support the ‘Business Case’ Practice 
    • Concepts Related to the ‘Business Case’ Practice 
    • Guidance for Effective Management of the Business Case 
    • PRINCE2® Technique for the ‘Business Case’ Practice 
  • Purpose of the ‘Organising’ Practice 
    • Relationships Between the ‘Organising’ Practice and the Principles 
    • Purpose of the Key Management Products 
    • Key Concepts Related to the ‘Organising’ Practice 
    • Guidance for Effective Organising 
    • PRINCE2® Technique for the ‘Organising’ Practice 
  • Purpose of the ‘Plans’ Practice 
    • Relationships Between the ‘Plans’ Practice and the Principles 
    • Management Products Required to Support the ‘Plans’ Practice 
    • Concepts Related to the ‘Plans’ Practice 
    • Guidance for Effective Management of Plans 
    • PRINCE2® Technique for the ‘Plans’ Practice 
  • Purpose of the ‘Quality’ Practice 
    • Relationships Between the ‘Quality’ Practice and the Principles 
    • Management Products Required to Support the ‘Quality’ Practice 
    • Concepts Related to the ‘Quality’ Practice 
    • Guidance for Effective Management of Quality 
    • PRINCE2® Technique for the ‘Quality’ Practice 
  • Purpose of the ‘Risk’ Practice 
    • Relationships Between the ‘Risk’ Practice and the Principles 
    • Management Products Required to Support the ‘Risk’ Practice 
    • Concepts Related to the ‘Risk’ Practice 
    • Guidance for Effective Management of Risk 
    • PRINCE2® Technique for the ‘Risk’ Practice 
  • Purpose of the ‘Issues’ Practice 
    • Relationships Between the ‘Issues’ Practice and the Principles 
    • Management Products Required to Support the ‘Issues’ Practice 
    • Concepts Related to the ‘Issues’ Practice 
    • Guidance for Effective Management of Issues 
    • PRINCE2® Technique for the ‘Issues’ Practice 
  • Purpose of the ‘Progress’ Practice 
    • Relationships Between the ‘Progress’ Practice and the Principles 
    • Management Products Required to Support the ‘Progress’ Practice 
    • Concepts Related to the ‘Progress’ Practice 
    • Guidance for Effective Management of Progress 
    • PRINCE2® Technique for the ‘Progress’ Practice 
Module 5: PRINCE2® Processes and How They are Carried Out Throughout the Project 

  • Purpose of the PRINCE2® Processes 
    • Starting Up a Project 
    • Directing a Project 
    • Initiating a Project 
    • Controlling a Stage 
    • Managing Product Delivery 
    • Managing a Stage Boundary 
    • Closing a Project 
  • Objectives of the PRINCE2® Processes 
    • Starting Up a Project 
    • Directing a Project 
    • Initiating a Project 
    • Controlling a Stage 
    • Managing Product Delivery 
    • Managing a Stage Boundary 
    • Closing a Project 
  • Context of the PRINCE2® Processes 
    • Starting Up a Project 
    • Directing a Project 
    • Initiating a Project 
    • Controlling a Stage 
    • Managing Product Delivery 
    • Managing a Stage Boundary 
    • Closing a Project 

Module 6: Apply the PRINCE2® Principles in Context 

  • Application of PRINCE2® Principles in Context 
    • Continued Business Justification 
    • Learn from Experience 
    • Define Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships 
    • Manage by Stages 
    • Manage by Exception 
    • Focus on Products 
    • Tailor to Suit the Project 

Module 7: Apply Effective People Management in Successful Projects 

  • Approach to Leadership and Management of Teams is Appropriate 
  • Approach to Leadership and Management of Change within a Project 
  • Apply the Approach 
    • Communications 
    • People Central to the Method 
  • Apply the Key Management Products 
    • Communication Management Approach 
    • Change Management Approach 
Module 8: Apply and Tailor Relevant Aspects of PRINCE2® Practices 

Business Case 
Apply the PRINCE2® Buisness Case Practice 
Analyse an Approach to Business Case Practice is Effective and Fit for Purpose 
Taking into Considerations: the PRINCE2® Principles, and Effective Techniques 
Organising 
Apply the PRINCE2® Organising Practice 
Analyse an Approach to Organising Practice is Effective and Fit for Purpose 
Taking into Considerations: the PRINCE2® Principles, and Effective Techniques 
Plans 
Apply the PRINCE2® Plans Practice 
Analyse an Approach to Plans Practice is Effective and Fit for Purpose 
Taking into Considerations: the PRINCE2® Principles, and Effective Techniques 
Quality 
Apply the PRINCE2® Quality Practice 
Analyse an Approach to Quality Practice is Effective and Fit for Purpose 
Taking into Considerations: the PRINCE2® Principles, and Effective Techniques 
Risk 
Apply the PRINCE2® Risk Practice 
Analyse an Approach to Risk Practice is Effective and Fit for Purpose 
Taking into Considerations: the PRINCE2® Principles, and Effective Techniques 
Issues 
Apply the PRINCE2® Issues Practice 
Analyse an Approach to Issues Practice is Effective and Fit for Purpose 
Taking into Considerations: the PRINCE2® Principles, and Effective Techniques 
Progress 
Apply the PRINCE2® Progress Practice 
Analyse an Approach to Progress Practice is Effective and Fit for Purpose 
Taking into Considerations: the PRINCE2® Principles, and Effective Techniques 

Module 9: Apply (and Tailor) Relevant Aspects of PRINCE2® Processes 

  • Starting up a Project Process 
    • Activities, Inputs and Outputs 
    • Roles and Responsibilities How the Practices are Applied? 
  • Analyse Whether Starting up a Project Process 
    • Activities 
    • Roles and Responsibilities are Effective and Fit for Purpose 
    • Taking into Consideration: Context, PRINCE2® Principles, and Purpose and Objectives of the Process 
  • Directing a Project Process 
    • Activities, Inputs and Outputs 
    • Roles and Responsibilities How the Practices are Applied? 
  • Analyse Whether Directing a Project Process 
  • Activities 
  • Roles and Responsibilities are Effective and Fit for Purpose 
  • Taking into Consideration: Context, PRINCE2® Principles, and Purpose and Objectives of the Process 
  • Initiating a Project Process 
  • Activities, Inputs and Outputs 
  • Roles and Responsibilities How the Practices are Applied? 
  • Assess Whether Initiating a Project Process 
  • Activities 
  • Roles and Responsibilities are Effective and Fit for Purpose 
  • Taking into Consideration: Context, PRINCE2® Principles, and Purpose and Objectives of the Process 
  • Controlling a Stage Process 
  • Activities, Inputs and Outputs 
  • Roles and Responsibilities How the Practices are Applied? 
  • Assess Whether Controlling a Stage Process 
  • Activities 
  • Roles and Responsibilities are Effective and Fit for Purpose 
  • Taking into Consideration: Context, PRINCE2® Principles, and Purpose and Objectives of the Process 
  • Managing Product Delivery Process 
  • Activities, Inputs and Outputs 
  • Roles and Responsibilities How the Practices are Applied? 
  • Assess Whether Managing Product Delivery Process 
  • Activities 
  • Roles and Responsibilities are Effective and Fit for Purpose 
  • Taking into Consideration: Context, PRINCE2® Principles, and Purpose and Objectives of Process 
  • Managing a Stage Boundary Process 
  • Activities, Inputs and Outputs 
  • Roles and Responsibilities How the Practices are Applied? 
  • Assess Whether Managing a Stage Boundary Process 
  • Activities 
  • Roles and Responsibilities are Fit for Purpose 
  • Taking into Consideration: Context, PRINCE2® Principles, and the Purpose and Objectives of the Process 
  • Closing a Project Process Activities 
  • Activities, Inputs and Outputs 
  • Roles and Responsibilities How the Practices are Applied? 
  • Assess Whether Closing a Project Process 
  • Activities 
  • Roles and Responsibilities are Fit for Purpose 
  • Taking into Consideration: Context, PRINCE2® Principles, and Purpose and Objectives of the Process 

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