PRINCE2® 7 Foundation Classroom

Learn directly from our skilled trainers with our PRINCE2® Foundation classroom courses. You'll be introduced to the PRINCE2 methology, and learn how to effectively manage a project.

PRINCE2 7th Edition is the latest update of the well-known project management framework, launched in September 2023. 

Course overview

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. This course conforms to the PRINCE2 7th Edition syllabus.

Duration

This is an intensive three-day course that helps prepare you for the PRINCE2 Foundation examination. Exams are taken online via remote proctor.

By the end of the learning you should:

  • Understand key concepts relating to projects and PRINCE2
  • Understand how the PRINCE2 principles underpin the PRINCE2 method
  • Understand the importance of people insuccessful projects
  • Understand the PRINCE2 practices and how they are applied throughout the project
  • Understand the PRINCE2 processes and how they are carried out throughout the project
  • Introduction
  • Overview of PRINCE2 Project Management 
  • People 
  • Organising
  • Starting up a project and initiating a project
  • Business case 
  • Plans
  • Quality
  • Risk
  • Controlling a stage and managing product delivery
  • Managing a stage boundary
  • Issues
  • Progress
  • Closing a project
  • Directing a project
  • Course review

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 7th Edition 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
  • PRINCE2 Foundation exam simulator: Unlock exam success with our exam simulator! Conquer tests confidently with 60 randomized multiple-choice practice questions and instant feedback. Enjoy unlimited access for 12 months from point of purchase.

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.

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.

Exam format

  • Multiple choice
  • 60 minutes
  • Closed book
  • 60% pass mark (36/60)

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

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

Pre-course

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.

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