PRINCE2® Practitioner in English

PRINCE2® Practitioner

Introduction

PRINCE2 Practitioner is the follow-up training for PRINCE2 Foundation. In this training course the complete PRINCE2 projectmanagement method is discussed. You will experience all aspects of the method through a case study based on a hotel renovation project, combined with the knowledge and experience of all course attendees.

The main focus of this training course lies on applying the PRINCE2 method and techniques, and the ability to analyse and solve problems by using good practices in complex project environments. PRINCE2 Foundation is a prerequisite for this course.

Why use Forsa Advies for your PRINCE2 training?

You will be trained by an APMG accredited training organization (see www.apmg-benelux.com). As an accredited training organization we can guarantee that all our training materials are always up-to-date, our trainers are skilled professionals, and that our services will meet your expectations.

We offer:

• Flexible examination services
• High pass rates between 95-100%
• A-graded trainers

Our scheduled PRINCE2 training courses nearly always take place. Should a course, through unforeseen circumstances, be cancelled, we will do our utmost to offer a solution to your satisfaction.

Target audience

You are or have been:

• Involved in projects as a project manager or professional
• Project controller, project support officer or advisor, quality manager or quality office staff member, and need more in-depth knowledge of the PRINCE2 method

Prerequisites

You need to have attended the PRINCE2 Foundation course. If you are interested in this course, but do not recognize yourself in the target audience or have not attended the Foundation course yet; please contact us to learn how we can attend to your specific needs.

Learning goals

After attending this training course you will be able to:

• Implement a project management organization with appropriate roles conforming to PRINCE2
• Employ the process based approach of the PRINCE2 method
• Identify and manage project risks
• Create the preconditions necessary for a successful project
• Create a result driven planning based on PRINCE2
• Start, direct, adjust and close a project according to the PRINCE2 method
• Effectively cope with projects in a continuously changing environment, and reveal the changing business case and put it onto the agenda
• Be successful in passing the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam. (some further self-study is required)

Course duration, locations, dates & prices

PRINCE2 Practitioner is a 4 day training course. For current dates, locations and prices we would like to refer to the training schedule on our website.

Course details

The training course consists of presentations of the theory, interactive discussions and delegate exercises based on a case study, as well as topics that are introduced by the attendees during the training course. The following topics are covered:

• The 7 processes: Starting up a Project, Initiating a Project, Directing a Project, Controlling a Stage, Managing Product Delivery, Managing a Stage Boundary, Closing a Project;
• The 7 themes: Business Case, Organization, Risk, Quality, Change, Progress, Plans
• The 7 principles of PRINCE2
• Tailoring PRINCE2 to suit your own specific requirements
• Exam training, exam hints and tips, mock exams
• Participation in the exam training will earn you credit points for the exam!

Learning method and required study hours

By using a case study and practical exercises you will gain more in-depth knowledge of and experience with the PRINCE2 method. Theory is translated into practice. Attendees can bring their own case studies to the course. Apart from the class hours, a total of approximately 28-32 hours of self-study are required for daily course preparation and exam preparation. You are facilitated by our detailed course materials, and registered attendees can start their preparations before the course starts.

Training materials

The set of training materials consist of a course binder with the PowerPoint presentations printed in full colour, a case study and test questions with model answers. In addition you will receive the text book ‘Managing successful projects with PRINCE2TM’.

Examination and certification

After attending this training course and some additional self-study you will be prepared for the official APMG PRINCE2 Practitioner exam. Forsa Advies is an accredited provider of APMG exams, and can offer this exam at the end of the training course. For open courses, the exam will take place at the course location. Residents of the Netherlands can also register for an exam at one of our exam centres in Den Haag and Huizen. A prerequisite for attending this exam is a valid PRINCE2 Foundation certificate.

The exam duration is 2.5 hours. PRINCE2 Practitioner is an open book exam. The exam requirements have been developed by APMG; the exam format and requirements can be found on the APMG website www.apmg-international.com. You will receive a Forsa Advies certificate of attendance, and after passing the exam an official APMG PRINCE2 Practitioner certificate.

In-company and custom programs

All our training courses, including the official exams can be provided in-company. Locations, dates and class hours can be adapted to your company needs. When you want to train 4 or more of your staff, in-company may be financially attractive. We will gladly write you a proposal. Additionally, we can develop tailored solutions for your specific learning needs; cases studies based on your industry or specific business or additional modules in the fields of communication or design techniques; we can make this possible for you.

Follow-up training

After having completed this training course you can further enhance your knowledge and comprehension of project management by attending an IPMA-C or M.o.R. Risk Management training. We can also offer training in the fields of Management of Change, MSP Program Management. Please contact us for more information about these and other training options, or for personal advice.

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