PRINCE2 - PRojects IN Controlled Environments is a written description of how to manage a project in a logical, organised way, following defined steps. It is not a tool or technique, but a structured management process which emphasises the importance of an organised and controlled start, middle and end to a project. PRINCE2 is considered internationally as the best practice framework for Project Management.

Owned by the Office of Government Commerce and launched in 1996, PRINCE2 has become the UK’s de facto standard process for all types of projects. The widespread use of PRINCE2 owes much to the fact that it is an easily tailored and scaleable method that can be applied to all projects and situations across all sectors.

Initially designed for use within the public sector, its phenomenal success has seen it increasingly being adopted by forward thinking private sector companies. PRINCE2 can be used for any type of project regardless of scope, size or sector.

PRINCE2 provides all delegates with a common language that is used to manage the project.

Course Objectives

Upon attendance the delegates will receive a detailed and practical understanding of PRINCE2, enabling delegates to apply PRINCE2 to the running and managing of projects regardless of their scope and size.

It will provide the delegate with the understanding of how to improve their management of projects so that they are delivered on time and to budget.

Who should attend?

Individuals who have a project management role and want to demonstrate a recognised level of competence through a formal qualification. PRINCE2 courses are well-known throughout private and public sector organisations.

Newly appointed managers who want to understand a controlled approach to managing projects would also benefit from attending the PRINCE2 courses.

Qualification

Delegates who pass the Practitioner examination are awarded the qualification of registered PRINCE2 Practitioner. This course is accredited and presented in association with the University of Glamorgan.

Course Overview

The PRINCE2 Practitioner course is a 5 day course which is accredited by APMG and delivered by the University of Glamorgan through PRINCE2 approved trainers. The first three days comprise of the Foundation stage, with days four and five concentrating on studying towards the Practitioner examination which takes place on the afternoon of day five.

Examination

The Foundation examination takes place on the afternoon of day three. This entails 75 questions with multiple choice answers. The Practitioner examination is a three hour “open book” examination comprising of three questions based on a case study.

Course Details

Included in the cost of the course are joining instructions, a PRINCE2 manual, pre-course preparation materials, detailed course notes, examinations and refreshments, including lunch. The pre-course reading is sent to delegates four weeks before the commencement of each course.

It is strongly recommended that between 10 to 15 hours of pre-course reading is completed during the weeks before the course starts. During the course, all delegates are expected to complete evening work.

GO Wales can offer small to medium-sized businesses in Wales up to £1,500 towards the cost of training graduate staff members. Restrictions apply, please see www.gowales.co.uk/prince2 or call 0845 225 60 50 or email info@gowales.co.uk for more information.