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PRINCE2 Foundation 7th Edition Course (Online)

Categories Project management

About Course

The PRINCE2 Foundation course offers an introduction to the structured project management method, focusing on key principles, themes, and processes. It equips delegates with skills for efficient project delivery, aligning with business goals and managing risks, paving the way for advanced certification and career advancement in project management.
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What I will learn?

  • Course Overview:
  • This course introduces you to the PRINCE2 7th Edition project management method. It's designed to provide a solid foundation in the PRINCE2 principles, themes, and processes, preparing you for successful project management.
  • Introduction & Principles
  • Introduction to PRINCE2
  • Overview of Project Management
  • PRINCE2 Methodology Overview
  • PRINCE2 Principles
  • Continued Business Justification
  • Learn from Experience
  • Defined Roles and Responsibilities
  • Manage by Stages
  • Manage by Exception
  • Focus on Products
  • Tailor to Suit the Project
  • Practices
  • Business Case - Developing and Maintaining Business Justification
  • Organization - Defining Roles and Responsibilities
  • Quality - Ensuring Quality Expectations are Met
  • Plans - Planning Approach and Techniques
  • Risk - Identifying and Managing Risks
  • Change - Handling Project Changes
  • Progress - Monitoring and Controlling Project Progress
  • Processes & Exam Preparation
  • Processes
  • Starting up a Project
  • Initiating a Project
  • Directing a Project
  • Controlling a Stage
  • Managing Product Delivery
  • Managing a Stage Boundary
  • Closing a Project
  • Exam Preparation
  • Review of Key Concepts
  • Sample Exam Questions
  • Exam Tips and Techniques
  • Course Conclusion:
  • Summary and Final Discussions
  • Examination Guidelines
  • Exam Details:
  • Multiple-choice
  • 60 minutes duration
  • 60 questions
  • 60% Pass mark
  • Closed book

Course Curriculum

000 – Introduction
Introduction to PRINCE2 7th Edition In this section of the course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the PRINCE2 project management methodology. You'll learn the basics of what PRINCE2 is and why it is widely used in managing projects across various industries. The course will clarify the definitions of a project, programme, and portfolio, explaining their differences and how they are interrelated. You will explore the seven key aspects of project performance: benefits, risks, scope, time, cost, quality, and sustainability. Understanding these will help you manage and measure project success effectively. Additionally, you will delve into the five integrated elements of PRINCE2: principles, themes, processes, environment, and practices. These elements form the foundation of the PRINCE2 methodology and ensure that projects are managed systematically and effectively. Finally, you'll get an overview of the core PRINCE2 practices and a detailed outline of the seven PRINCE2 processes, from starting up a project to its closure. This will provide you with a clear roadmap for managing projects from initiation to successful completion.

  • 001 – Slide 1 to 17 – Prince 2 introduction
    13:36
  • 002 – Slide 18 to 24 – Prince 2 Project overview
    15:23
  • 003 – Slide 25 to 30 – Project, Programme and Portfolio
    23:15
  • 004 – Slide 31 – 7 aspects of project controls
    05:18
  • 005 – Slide 32 to 35 – Project context and adaptability
    06:44
  • 006 – Slide 36 to 39 – Five elements of Prince 2
    13:29
  • 007 – Slide 38 – Prince 2 Core Practices
    03:32
  • 008 – Slide 40 Prince 2 Process outline
    11:15
  • 009 – Slide 41 – Prince 2 knowledge Check exercise
    01:00
  • .knowledge check

001 – Basic fundamental of Prince 2 Processes
Basic Fundamentals of PRINCE2 Processes In this module, you will learn about the key processes of the PRINCE2 methodology and their purposes. You'll understand how each process fits into the overall project management framework and how they interact to ensure smooth project progression. Starting from the initial setup of a project, through planning, directing, and controlling each stage, to the final closure, you'll gain insights into managing projects systematically and effectively. This knowledge will equip you to oversee the complete project lifecycle, ensuring successful project delivery and achieving the desired outcomes.

002 – People
People in PRINCE2 In this module, you will learn about the vital role of people in PRINCE2 project management. You'll explore the various roles and responsibilities within a project, effective change management practices, and strategies for engaging stakeholders. Additionally, you'll understand how to foster a positive project culture that encourages collaboration and communication. Finally, you will differentiate between leadership and management, learning how to inspire your team and ensure efficient project execution. This knowledge will help you manage the human aspects of your projects, leading to better teamwork and successful project outcomes.

003 – Organising Practice
Organizing in PRINCE2 In this module, you will learn about the key roles within a PRINCE2 project and how to structure your project management team effectively. You will understand the responsibilities of each role, from the project board to the team managers, and explore various techniques for organizing a project. This includes creating organizational charts and defining clear lines of communication. This knowledge will help you set up a well-structured project team, ensuring everyone knows their responsibilities and contributing to smoother project execution and successful outcomes.

004 – Starting Up a Project Process
Starting Up a Project Process In this module, you will learn about the essential steps to initiate a PRINCE2 project effectively. You'll explore the key roles involved, such as the project executive and project manager, and their responsibilities during this phase. Additionally, you will understand the important management products produced, including the Project Brief, Outline Business Case, Project Approach, Initiation Stage Plan, and Project Product Description. This knowledge will help you set up a project with clear objectives, a defined approach, and a solid foundation for successful execution.

005 – Directing a Project Process
Directing a Project Process In this module, you will learn about the crucial role of the project board in the PRINCE2 directing a project process. You will understand the board's responsibilities, including providing strategic direction, making key decisions, and ensuring the project stays viable and aligned with organizational goals. You will explore the various activities the board undertakes, such as authorizing project stages and providing ad hoc direction. Additionally, you will see how this process interacts with other PRINCE2 processes, ensuring smooth transitions and effective project control. This knowledge will help you ensure your project board directs the project successfully.

006 – Business Case practice
Business Case Practice In this module, you will learn about the importance of the business case in PRINCE2, understanding its purpose in justifying and guiding a project. You will explore the key elements of a business case, such as the executive summary, reasons, benefits, risks, costs, and timescales. Additionally, you will learn about the benefits management approach, which ensures that the expected benefits are realized, and the sustainability management approach, which integrates long-term environmental and social considerations into the project. This knowledge will help you create and manage business cases that support successful and sustainable project outcomes.

007 – Initiating a Project Process
Initiating a Project Process In this module, you will learn about the crucial steps involved in the initiating a project process in PRINCE2. You will understand the purpose of this process, which is to establish a solid foundation for the project by clearly defining its plan, controls, and procedures. You will explore the key documentation created and updated during this phase, including the Project Initiation Documentation (PID), Project Plan, Business Case, and various management approaches for risk, quality, communication, change, and benefits. This knowledge will help you ensure your projects start with a well-structured and clear plan, setting the stage for successful execution.

008 – Plan Practice
Plan Practice In this module, you will learn about the various levels of plans in PRINCE2, including project plans, stage plans, team plans, and exception plans. You will understand the factors that determine the length of each project stage and how to define and manage work packages. Additionally, you will explore how to set and manage tolerances in planning to maintain control and make informed decisions. Finally, you will learn about the product-based planning technique, which focuses on defining project products and planning the activities required to create them. This knowledge will help you develop comprehensive and flexible plans for successful project management.

009 – Controlling a Stage Process
Controlling a Stage Process In this module, you will learn about the controlling a stage process in PRINCE2, which is essential for the project manager’s role. You will understand how to monitor and control day-to-day project activities, ensuring each stage stays on track. You will explore key activities such as authorizing work packages, monitoring progress, reviewing stage status, reporting to the project board, managing issues and risks, taking corrective actions, and receiving completed work. This knowledge will help you manage project stages effectively, ensuring smooth execution and timely resolution of issues.

010 – Managing Product Delivery
Managing Product Delivery In this module, you will learn about the managing product delivery process in PRINCE2, focusing on the role of the team manager. You will understand how the team manager is responsible for delivering project products to the required standards, within time and budget constraints. You'll explore activities such as accepting, executing, and delivering work packages, and monitoring progress. Additionally, you'll learn how this process interacts with the controlling a stage process through regular communication, reporting, and issue management. This knowledge will help you ensure effective product delivery and seamless coordination with the project manager.

011 – Quality Practice
Quality Practice In this module, you will learn about the quality practice in PRINCE2, gaining an understanding of what quality means in project management. You will explore key terms such as quality criteria, quality assurance, and quality control. You will delve into the Project Product Description and individual Product Descriptions, learning how to define and document product quality requirements. Additionally, you will understand the quality management approach, which outlines how quality will be managed throughout the project. Finally, you will learn about the roles involved in the quality review process, ensuring that all products meet the required standards. This knowledge will help you ensure high-quality project deliverables.

012 – Risk Practice
Risk Practice In this module, you will learn about the risk practice in PRINCE2, starting with the definition of risk and the different types of risks, including threats and opportunities. You will explore risk management procedures, which involve identifying, assessing, planning, implementing, and communicating risks. You will understand how to use the risk register to track and manage risks, and learn about the risk management approach, which outlines the overall strategy for handling risks. Finally, you will examine various risk responses, such as avoiding, reducing, transferring, accepting, exploiting, and enhancing risks. This knowledge will help you effectively manage uncertainties in your project.

013 – Issue Practice
Issue Practice In this module, you will learn about the issue practice in PRINCE2, starting with the definition of issues and understanding the different types, including requests for change, off-specifications, and problems or concerns. You will explore the issue and change control procedure, which involves capturing, examining, proposing, deciding, implementing, and communicating issues. This structured approach helps manage issues efficiently within the project, ensuring that unplanned events and changes are addressed promptly to keep the project on track. This knowledge will enable you to handle issues effectively, minimizing their impact on your project's success.

014 – Managing Stage Boundary Process
Managing Stage Boundary Process In this module, you will learn about the managing stage boundary process in PRINCE2. You'll understand when this process is used, typically at the end of each project stage, to assess performance and plan for the next stage. You'll explore the key documents created and updated, such as the End Stage Report, Stage Plan, Updated Project Plan, Business Case, Risk Register, and Issue Register. Additionally, you'll learn what triggers an exception report and how to create exception plans to address significant deviations from the plan. This knowledge will help you maintain control and ensure your project stays on track.

015 – Progress Practice
Progress Practice In this module, you will learn how to measure and manage progress in a PRINCE2 project. You will explore methods for tracking project performance and the different types of management controls, including time-driven controls (regular updates) and event-driven controls (specific milestones). You will also understand the concept of tolerances, which are permissible deviations from the plan, and learn how to handle breaches of tolerances by escalating issues and creating exception plans. This knowledge will help you maintain effective oversight and ensure your project stays on track.

016 – Closing a Project Process
Closing a Project Process In this module, you will learn how to effectively close a project, whether it is successfully completed or needs to be prematurely closed due to failure. You will understand the steps required for a proper closure, including finalizing work, evaluating project performance, closing contracts, releasing resources, and obtaining formal acceptance. Additionally, you will learn how to handle premature closure by evaluating the reasons, documenting lessons learned, communicating the closure, and finalizing any outstanding work. This knowledge will ensure you can conclude projects efficiently and capture valuable insights for future projects.

017 – Knowledge check
Knowledge Check Module In this module, you will reinforce your understanding of PRINCE2 Foundation topics through a series of questions and answers. You'll test your knowledge of key concepts and practices and receive detailed explanations for each answer. The questions will cover various topics, including PRINCE2 processes, roles, management products, quality, and risk practices. This comprehensive review will help solidify your grasp of the methodology, preparing you for practical application and certification exams.

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Material Includes

  • • When you join a PRINCE2 Foundation course, you typically receive a range of materials designed to aid your learning and understanding of the PRINCE2 methodology. These materials often include:
  • • Course Textbook: The official PRINCE2 manual, which is a comprehensive guide covering all the principles, themes, and processes of the PRINCE2 framework.
  • • Peoplecert exam voucher for your foundation exam
  • • Study Guides: Simplified guides or workbooks that break down complex topics into more digestible content, often used alongside the main textbook.
  • • Course Slides or Handouts: Presentations or handouts used during the course sessions, summarizing key points and concepts.
  • • Practice Exams and Questions: Sample questions and mock exams to help you prepare for the PRINCE2 Foundation certification exam.
  • • Access to Online Resources: Many courses provide access to additional online resources, such as video tutorials, webinars, and forums for discussion with instructors or peers.
  • • Case Studies and Real-life Examples: To help understand the application of PRINCE2 principles in real-world scenarios.
  • • Exercise Sheets and Templates: Practical exercises and project templates that can be used during the course to practice applying PRINCE2 methods.
  • • Supplementary Reading Material: Some courses may provide additional reading materials for a deeper understanding of specific topics.
  • • Course Agenda and Schedule: Detailed information about the course layout
  • • Feedback and Support Mechanisms: Information on how to seek additional help, clarifications, or provide feedback during the course.

Requirements

  • • There is no prior knowledge of PRINCE2 required or assumed. It is recommended that attendees have practical experience in managing projects.

Target Audience

  • The PRINCE2 7th Edition course is ideal for professionals seeking structured project management skills. It's particularly beneficial for:
  • • Project Managers: Aspiring or existing managers seeking a standardized approach to managing projects.
  • • Team Leaders/Supervisors: Those leading teams and looking to better organize and control project work.
  • • Business Analysts: Professionals involved in project design and requirement analysis.
  • • Project Coordinators/Executives: Individuals responsible for coordinating project activities.
  • • PMO Staff: Personnel in Project Management Offices needing a firm grounding in PRINCE2.
  • • Change Managers: Those overseeing organizational change initiatives.
  • It suits anyone aspiring to these roles or looking to enhance their project management career.