Course: PRINCE2 Foundation - 2 days
Course Summary
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The objectives of the course are to help individuals understand the principles and terminology of Prince2. Specifically delegates will learn to:
- Describe the purpose and major content of all roles, the eight components, the eight processes and techniques.
- State which management products are input to, output from and updated in the eight processes and sub-processes of Controlling a Stage and Managing Product delivery.
- State the main purpose, and key contents, of the major management products.
- State the relationships between processes, deliverables, roles and the management dimensions of a project.
Course Outline
Projects bring together resources, skills, technology and ideas to achieve business objectives. Using a structured project management method such as PRINCE2™ helps an organisation to ensure that these objectives are delivered to an appropriate level of quality and within the constraints of time and cost. It is also an essential element in managing the risks inherent in change and innovation. PRINCE2™ is used extensively throughout the public sector in the UK and is also widely recognised and used commercially in the UK and abroad. The method can be applied to all kinds of project including information systems projects.
The event covers the processes, components and techniques included in the PRINCE2™ Project Management Method. The course prepares delegates for the Association of Project Management Group (APMG) Foundation exam (included in the course).
The course lasts for 2 days and includes the following:
- Instructor-led Tuition
- Individual exercises
- Group exercises
- Case Study
- Delegate Pack
Course Objectives
On completion of the course the delegate will have:
- Defined a project
- Distinguished between the Components, Processes and Techniques used in PRINCE2™
- Identified the terminology used in PRINCE2™
- Sat the PRINCE2™ Foundation examination
Intended Audience
The event is recommended for team leaders, project assurance and project support staff who are responsible for managing/supporting projects using PRINCE2™. The course is suitable for all staff working on any type of project. Previous experience of PRINCE2™ is not necessary.
What skills will the delegate gain?
This course will enable delegates to:
- Understand the components and main processes of PRINCE2™.
- Apply the processes of Controlling a Stage and Managing Product Delivery.
- Prepare for and take the PRINCE2™ Foundation Certificate examination.
Who will the course benefit?
Junior team managers and project staff working in a project support or assurance role.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites other than an awareness of project work.
The Foundation examination is a one-hour multiple-choice paper. All successful delegates will receive the PRINCE2™ Foundation certificate from the APMG.
What's Included?
- Examination and Registration Fees
- Pre-course instructions and essential pre-course reading
- The official OGC PRINCE2™ manual
- Log-in to an onlinePRINCE2™ E-learning Module
Pre-course study
You will receive pre-course material requiring up to 8-10 hours of study.
There will also be daily homework of approximately 1 hour.
Benefits of the PRINCE2™ Foundation Course
- Learn a structured approach to project management
- Successful delegates will receive an internationally recognised certificate from the APMG which will increase their employability
PRINCE2™ is a Trade Mark of the Office of Government Commerce
Where & When
| Location | Newcastle |
|---|---|
| Start Date | 27 Oct 08 |
| Price (ex. VAT) | £695.00 |
| Venue Info | Newcastle - Holiday Inn Hotel |
| Residential | No |
| Availability | Full |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Delivered As | Venue and on-site |
| Pre-course Reading | |
| To effectively prepare for the PRINCE2™ Foundation Course, delegates should be prepared to undertake a minimum of 8 – 10 hours pre-course reading. Delegates should also utilise the PRINCE2™ on-line E-Learning module which also contains sample Foundation questions and answers. There will be 1 – 2 hours of evening work set by the tutor each day. | |
| Exam Included | Yes |
| Course Ref | 32406 |
