PRINCE2® 7 Foundation in practice (English)

The PRINCE2 7 Foundation certification is recognised as the global benchmark for project management and focuses on the core concepts, themes and processes of the methodology. The course teaches project managers, team members and other interested specialists how to fully utilise PRINCE2. The PRINCE2 Foundation course lasts three days and offers first-class project management training that combines theory and practice.

PRINCE2 7 is the latest version in the PRINCE2 world. On the third day, you will concentrate on the practical application of the method with a gallery tour.

A total of three days in which our experienced trainers will guide you through the topic both theoretically and practically. Our trainers will inspire you with their ability to convey even abstract ideas in an easily understandable and appealing way. Prepare for your exam with us now and get your career off to a successful start with our Prince2 Foundation training.

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News on PRINCE2 7

PRINCE2 offers a proven best practice approach to successful project management. The latest edition extends its focus to agile and hybrid projects, making it more flexible and much more adaptable to different organisational forms. At the same time, the number of project management products has been reduced, thereby minimising complexity. As a result, the new edition of PRINCE2 is even more versatile and adaptable and can be used optimally in your organisation.

In the new edition, 6 important aspects have been added.

• People
• Sustainability
• Agility
• Leadership
• Digital and Data
• PRINCE2 for all

Get to know the advantages of the PRINCE2 7 method and how you can use the specialist knowledge of the PRINCE2 7 Foundation certification in your real projects.

• In this course you will learn how to manage projects professionally and successfully.
• Use PRINCE2 tools and techniques to improve project efficiency and success.
• You will learn how to successfully plan, manage and monitor projects and how to react to unforeseen events.
• The course is the ideal preparation for the PRINCE2 Foundation certification exam.

How can I apply the specialist knowledge in my projects?

In the Foundation course, you will learn the PRINCE2 principles, topics and processes and be able to answer the following questions about your project management:

• How do I successfully set up a PRINCE2 project?
• Which principles need to be observed and which guidelines can be used?
• Who manages the project and who has which responsibilities within the project team?
• What planning approaches are available to me? How do I plan my project?
• How can a project be effectively managed and how and when can it be optimally escalated?
• How do I successfully manage risks?
• How does good project management deliver the agreed quality?
• How do I adapt the project management method to the size of my project?
• How do I successfully implement PRINCE2 in my organisation?

You will also know how to:

• Conduct risk analyses and management according to the PRINCE2 methodology
• Involve stakeholders and their needs according to the PRINCE2 methodology
• Apply PRINCE2 principles to monitor and control project progress and performance
• Prepare reports and communicate project progress and results according to the PRINCE2 methodology

PRINCE2 techniques for proper project management planning, administration and successful project completion.

After we have introduced you to the basic principles of PRINCE2 and you have familiarised yourself with the seven principles of PRINCE2, you will have the opportunity to apply what you have learned in realistic scenarios and to focus on tailoring PRINCE2 to the specific requirements of your projects. You will also be optimally prepared for your PRINCE2 certification exam with practice exercises and sample exams. The accredited PRINCE2 Foundation course meets the requirements of the Axelos Limited (owner of PRINCE2) syllabus. This guarantees that you will be taught all the key PRINCE2 content.

Gain a basic understanding of the 7 principles, topics and processes for successful implementation - and prepare for your certification exam at the same time.

The Seven Principles of PRINCE2

• Ongoing business justification
• Learning from experience
• Product orientation
• Defined roles and responsibilities
• Control via management phases
• Control according to the exception principle
• Adapting to the project environment

The seven themes of PRINCE2 & guidelines for adapting the themes

• Business case
• Organisation
• quality
• Plans
• Changes
• risks
• Progress
• Guidelines for tailoring the topics and minimum requirements for the topics to comply with the principles

The Seven Processes of PRINCE2 & Guidelines for Tailoring

• Preparing a project
• Initiating a project
• Steering a project
• Managing the phase transitions
• Controlling a phase
• Managing product delivery
• Closing a project
• Guidelines for adapting processes

• Project Managers, Project Personnel
• Managers and Executives of Change Projects
• Managers and Executives of Project- and Programme-Management Offices
• Managers and Executives of project support and -assurance

Maximun of 16 participants

“Putting PRINCE2 into practice”, this being the primary goal of our PRINCE2 Foundation trainings, we are not satisfied until you manage transformation into practice. Our training staff is regularly schooled by long-time pedagogues, receiving methodical and didactical training. In addition to the 1-day practice part, this leads to a supreme learning environment. You will come to know our trainers as qualified experts, being able to design interesting and effective learning situations. We would be happy to consult and support you on embedding PRINCE2 into your business.

Media and Materials: To achieve our goals, we use a variety of effective media and materials: Original literature, Case studies, Workbooks, Flipcharts, Projectors and Metaplan boards. This supports you on an optimal level during lectures, talks, partner- and group work, trainee-presentations, trainer-feedback- and participants teaching co-worker – situations.

Case-Studies and Scenarios: On the basis of a real project, we prepare you for day to day use and deepen the theoretical knowledge in PRINCE2. Axelos provides a set of sample exams and scenarios for optimal preparation.

Maxpert GmbH ist authorisierter Trainingspartner des PMI.
For taking part at the 3-day PRINCE2 Foundation in practice Training you earn the following PDUs for Maintaining your PMI Certification:

• Experience in project management is not necessary but helpful to reach your personal goals for this seminar
• We recommend reading the PRINCE2 handbook “Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2 (6th Edition)”, contained in your training materials

• PRINCE2 Practitioner in practice - English
• P3O® - Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices
• MSP® - Managing Successful Programmes

• Practical knowledge and experience in project management are not required, but facilitate the intended learning objectives.

Change to the "PeopleCert Continuing Professional Development programme": To keep your expertise and the validity of your certification up to date, it is advantageous to renew your Global Best Practices certification every three years. Take advantage of these opportunities for advancement and deepen your knowledge with specialised expert training courses! We look forward to supporting you on your certification journey.

For the exam: The PRINCE2 Foundation exam uses the official Peoplecert online examination process. This allows you to take the exam at any time and around the clock. All you need is an internet connection. The voucher for the proctored exams is valid for 12 months. The PRINCE2 Foundation certificate is available to you as an e-certificate in your personal account on the Peoplecert Candidate Portal ("Passport") within 48 hours of successfully passing the exam. The use of the proctoring process is associated with a number of requirements, which we have summarised for you in this document: Online Prüfung (Peoplecert) - Anleitung & Anforderungen

The PRINCE2 Foundation exam details:

• You have 60 minutes - (if English is not your mother tongue: you get 15 minutes more time)
• There are 60 multiple-choice questions to answer.
• You pass if you achieve at least 60%, i.e. 36 out of 60 points
• Aids are not permitted
• Recertification, valid for 3 years

• English

• Peoplecert

 Maxpert is officially accredited for this seminar.