PRINCE2® 6th Edition Practitioner Course
What is PRINCE2® 6th Edition Practitioner qualification?
PRINCE2® (PRojects IN Controlled Environments), 6th Edition, is a globally recognised project management process model for managing a project in a controlled way. It can be applied to any kind of project in any industry, and includes the activities needed to direct, manage and deliver a project.
It is widely considered as the world’s leading project management method, and over 20,000 organisations are already benefiting from this trusted approach.
PRINCE2 Overview
Who is the PRINCE2 Practitioner qualification for?
The PRINCE2® Practitioner certification is suitable for project managers, aspiring project managers, and project team members.
This Practitioner level qualification builds on the knowledge base of PRINCE2 Foundation, giving delegates the opportunity to apply the principles and understand how to use the PRINCE2 guidance in the workplace.
Download the PRINCE2 Practitioner syllabus for learning outcomes and the assessment criteria for the Practitioner element of the course.
Accreditation / Qualification(s) offered
Successfully passing the exam will result in you being awarded the PRINCE2 Practitioner 6th Edition qualification.
PeopleCert Online Exams
Exam vouchers are valid for 12 months so you can take them at a time and day that is convenient to you but, we do recommend taking the exam during the week of your course if possible as pass rates are typically higher.
Practitioner Exam – 2 and a half hour, open book exam set by PeopleCert with 50 questions each worth one mark. 60% pass mark (30 marks out of the 50 questions).
Course Resit Policy
We have a ‘FREE course resit policy’ for anyone who unfortunately does not pass their exam, all we require is that you pay for your exam resit. You can then attend the next PRINCE2 Practitioner course for FREE!
Please contact your course organiser to discuss.
Awarding Organisation
PeopleCert certifications are globally recognised and highly sought after by potential employers.
What This Course Includes
This price includes course registration, the official PRINCE2 e-book, course materials, exam fees, and on successfully passing your exam, an official PRINCE2 Practitioner certificate from the examining body, PeopleCert.
A hard copy manual is available at an additional cost, please ask your course organiser for more information.
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Virtual ClassroomInstructor-led course
- 2 days
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- This is a virtual course with a live instructor. It includes interaction and group-work to embed learning. We encourage use of cameras, and have regular breaks to maintain freshness and engagement.
£900.00 excl. VAT
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Free Course Resit
Exam Included
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This two-day course covers the components, roles, principles, themes and processes involved in managing a PRINCE2 project.
The following topics are covered in detail, including their purpose, tailoring, and the relationships between them:
Seven themes
The seven themes of PRINCE2 demonstrate the business perspectives that will influence and impact the project:
- Business case
- Organisation
- Quality
- Plans
- Risk
- Change
- Progress
Seven processes
The seven processes within PRINCE2 cover all stages of a project’s lifecycle:
- Starting up a Project
- Directing a Project
- Initiating a Project
- Controlling a Stage
- Managing Product Delivery
- Managing a Stage Boundary
- Closing a Project
Seven principles
The seven PRINCE2 principles provide the outline of the PRINCE2 framework, its governance and practices
- Continued Business Justification
- Learn from the Experience
- Defined Roles and Responsibilities
- Manage by Stages
- Manage by Exception
- Focus on Products
- Tailor to Suit the Project
Delegates will be well prepared for the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam.
Examination format:
- 150 minutes
- 68 questions with a pass mark of 55% (38 correct answers required)
- Open book (Referencing the PRINCE2 manual is allowed)
To take the PRINCE2 Practitioner examination you must provide proof of having passed one of the following:
• PRINCE2 5th Edition (Foundation or Practitioner)
• PRINCE2 6th Edition (Foundation)
• Project Management Qualification (PMQ)*
• Project Professional Qualification (PPQ)*
• Project Management Professional (PMP)**
• Project Management Professional (PMP)®**
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)**
• IPMA Level A® (Certified Projects Director)***
• IPMA Level B® (Certified Senior Project Manager)***
• IPMA Level C® (Certified Project Manager)***
• IPMA Level D® (Certified Project Management Associate).***
The PRINCE2 Practitioner syllabus is aimed at ensuring delegates have sufficient understanding of PRINCE2 to both apply and tailor the method to meet the needs of a variety of different project environments and scenarios.
On completing this course, delegates will be well equipped to take a project through every stage of the project lifecycle. They will understand the PRINCE2 principles, theme and processes and be able to explain the relationship between them; demonstrating how PRINCE2 provides effective control for real-life projects. Delegates will also be confident to customise PRINCE2 in response to varying requirements.
Successful completion of the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam means delegates will be awarded the PRINCE2 Practitioner qualification.
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