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Adaptive (Agile) Project Management Training

PRINCE2® 7 Foundation and Practitioner Preparation

A Structured, Globally Recognised Method for Governing and Delivering Projects (PRINCE2 7th Edition)

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Revised and Updated: 08 October 2026
Date Venue Duration
12 - 16 October 2026 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days
23 - 27 November 2026 Sandton, Gauteng 5 Days

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Course Introduction

PRINCE2® (PRojects IN Controlled Environments) is a structured, process-based project management method used in the public and private sectors around the world. This combined course builds a thorough understanding of the PRINCE2 7th Edition framework (its principles, the People dimension, practices, and processes) and prepares participants for the content and format of both the Foundation and Practitioner exams.

 

PRINCE2 7 introduced real changes that are worth knowing before exam day: the former seven Themes are now called Practices, and People is a new element that covers leadership, team building, and stakeholder engagement. The course is built around the 7th Edition structure, so participants study the content that the current exams assess.

 

Foundation and Practitioner are two separate, independently examined PeopleCert qualifications. Prospen Africa is not currently a PeopleCert-accredited training organisation, so this course is not an accredited PRINCE2 course, does not include the exams or official courseware, and does not issue a PeopleCert certificate. Participants who wish to certify arrange and pay for their exams separately with PeopleCert or an accredited provider. PRINCE2® is a registered trademark of PeopleCert.

Programme Duration Breakdown

This 5-day programme delivers both qualifications together:

  • Days 1 – 3: PRINCE2 Foundation. Covers the full Foundation syllabus at knowledge level: the principles, the People dimension, all seven practices, and all seven processes, with Foundation exam familiarisation. Participants who want only the Foundation content can attend these three days as a standalone course.
  • Days 4 – 5: PRINCE2 Practitioner. Builds on the Foundation content with application and tailoring at scenario level, plus Practitioner exam preparation. Practitioner-level exams require the Foundation certification first.

Course Objectives

By the end of this PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the PRINCE2 principles, the People dimension, the practices, and the processes, and how they work together
  • Apply PRINCE2 to structure, plan, and control a project from start-up to closure
  • Tailor PRINCE2 appropriately to different project types, sizes, and organisational contexts
  • Apply the practices, including business case, quality, risk, issues, and progress, in real project situations
  • Apply the People dimension to lead teams and engage stakeholders within a PRINCE2 project
  • Describe the structure of the PRINCE2 7 Foundation and Practitioner exams, and what each assesses
  • Use open-book exam technique for the Practitioner exam, including efficient use of the manual
  • Prepare for the PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner exams, which are sat separately through PeopleCert

Who should attend?

  • Project Managers and Coordinators who want a structured, globally recognised methodology
  • Public sector and government project professionals, and others in organisations that use PRINCE2
  • Project management professionals who want a complementary credential
  • Project Board members, sponsors, and anyone responsible for governing or overseeing project delivery
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Training Methodology

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Training Outline

Day 1 — Foundation: Principles, Structure, and People
Module 1: Foundations of PRINCE2 7: Principles and Structure
  • The five integrated elements of PRINCE2 7: Principles, People, Practices, Processes, and Project Context
  • The seven PRINCE2 principles, and why they are non-negotiable
  • How PRINCE2 structures a project life cycle from start to finish
  • What has changed in PRINCE2 7 compared with earlier editions
  • Practical Exercise: map a sample project against the seven PRINCE2 principles
Module 2: The People Dimension: Leadership, Teams, and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Why PRINCE2 7 introduced a dedicated People element
  • Leadership behaviours expected of PRINCE2 project roles
  • Building and motivating effective project teams
  • Structuring stakeholder engagement within a PRINCE2 project
  • Practical Exercise: draft a stakeholder engagement approach for a sample project using the People dimension
Day 2 — Foundation: The Seven Practices
Module 3: PRINCE2 Practices I: Business Case, Organizing, and Plans
  • Building and maintaining a robust business case throughout the project
  • Organizing: roles, responsibilities, and accountability structures, including the Project Board
  • Structuring plans at project, stage, and team level
  • Common exam traps within these three practices
  • Practical Exercise: draft a business case outline and organisation structure for a sample project
Module 4: PRINCE2 Practices II: Quality, Risk, Issues, and Progress
  • Applying quality management throughout the project life cycle
  • Structured risk identification, assessment, and response
  • Managing issues, and change control
  • Tracking and reporting progress against plan and tolerance
  • Practical Exercise: complete a risk and issue register exercise for a sample project scenario
Day 3 — Foundation: The Seven Processes and Exam Familiarisation
Module 5: PRINCE2 Processes: From Starting Up to Closing
  • Starting up a project: establishing feasibility before commitment
  • Initiating a project: building the foundation for control
  • Directing a project: the Project Board's ongoing role
  • Controlling a stage, and managing product delivery
  • Managing a stage boundary
  • Closing a project
  • How the seven processes interact across the project timeline
  • Practical Exercise: sequence the key activities of starting up and initiating a sample project
Module 6: Foundation Exam Familiarisation
  • Foundation exam format: multiple-choice questions, closed book
  • Question technique, and common traps
  • Timed Foundation-style practice questions, with a review of the answers
  • Practical Exercise: complete a timed set of Foundation-style practice questions and review the results
Day 4 — Practitioner: Applying and Tailoring PRINCE2
Module 7: Applying PRINCE2 at Scenario Level
  • Moving from knowing PRINCE2 to applying it: reading a project scenario, and choosing the right principle, practice, or process
  • Controlling a stage: day-to-day management within tolerance
  • Managing product delivery, and the role of the team manager
  • Managing stage boundaries, and gaining authorisation to proceed
  • Closing a project: confirming acceptance, and capturing lessons
  • Case Study: apply PRINCE2 to a scenario: decide what the project manager and the Project Board should do at each point
Module 8: Tailoring PRINCE2
  • What tailoring is, and what can and cannot be changed
  • Tailoring to project size, type, and context, including agile and hybrid delivery
  • Embedding PRINCE2 in an organisation
  • Practical Exercise: tailor a PRINCE2 process set to a sample project of a different scale and context
Day 5 — Practitioner: Exam Familiarisation
Module 9: Practitioner Exam Familiarisation
  • Practitioner exam format: scenario-based multiple-choice questions, open book, using the official PRINCE2 7 manual
  • How the exam assesses the principles, People, practices, and processes
  • Open-book strategy: navigating the manual quickly and confidently
  • Full-length practice questions, and a structured review of exam technique
  • Practical Exercise: complete a timed set of Practitioner-style practice questions and review the results
Closing Session: Next Steps
  • Planning your study time, and how to schedule your exams with PeopleCert or an accredited provider
  • Course evaluation

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FAQs – PRINCE2® 7 Foundation and Practitioner Preparation

Master PRINCE2 7 Foundation and Practitioner exam preparation, learning structured project governance, seven core principles, people management, tailorable processes, and risk control to earn industry-recognized certification.

What is covered in the PRINCE2 7 Foundation and Practitioner Preparation Course?
The course covers the updated PRINCE2 7 framework, including the 7 Principles, 7 Themes (People, Business Case, Organizing, Plans, Risk, Quality, and Issues), 7 Processes, and tailored application to various project environments.
Who should attend the PRINCE2 7 Foundation & Practitioner Training?
This course is designed for project managers, team managers, PMO staff, project directors, and professionals seeking comprehensive dual certification in PRINCE2 7 Foundation and Practitioner levels.
How does this program prepare candidates for both PRINCE2 7 examinations?
Delegates receive structured exam preparation, including sample exam papers, scenario-based case study analysis, domain breakdown reviews, and exam technique guidance for both Foundation and Practitioner tests.
What sets PRINCE2 7 apart from earlier versions of the methodology?
PRINCE2 7 places an enhanced focus on people management, modern project flexibility, integration with Agile ways of working, digital asset management, and sustainability considerations throughout the project lifecycle.
Will delegates learn how to tailor PRINCE2 to specific business environments?
Yes. The Practitioner element focuses specifically on tailoring PRINCE2 7 controls, management products, and processes to fit diverse organizational scales, complex projects, and corporate cultures.
Why is PRINCE2 7 dual certification valuable for project professionals?
Earning both Foundation and Practitioner credentials validates comprehensive knowledge of structured project governance, opening global career pathways in public and private sectors using the world's most widely adopted methodology.

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