PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Certification Training in Chicago

PRINCE2 Training FAQs

• Who conducts the Prince2 Certification training?

  The classes are conducted by a highly qualified PRINCE2® certified trainer with more than 15 years of work and training experience.

• Is the PRINCE2® exam an open-book test?

  Yes and No. There are two exams that this course will help you pass.

  • The PRINCE2® Practitioner Exam is an open-book exam. You will need to bring your PRINCE2 training manual along for reference during the exam.
  • The PRINCE2® Foundation Exam is not an open-book exam.

• Who will issue the exam voucher and exam code?

  Once you have completed the course material and you are ready to take the certification exam, you can send a request to exam@simplilearn.com and we will issue you an exam voucher or code. An exam voucher (alpha-numeric) is issued for online examinations and exam code (numeric) is issued for paper-based examinations.

• How do I select my preferred date for the exam?

  When sending the request to take the certification exam, you need to mention the date on which you need to take the exam. This is the date on which you need to take the exam to ensure validity of the code.

• How do I redeem my PRINCE2® exam code?

  You will need to register on Peoplecert and enter your voucher or code in the appropriate section.

• What certification will I receive after completing the Prince2 training?

  When you have completed the Prince2 training course, you will receive a course completion certificate along with a certificate stating the number of PDUs. Once you have passed the PRINCE2 certification exams, you will receive the prestigious PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner certifications from AXELOS.

• Are the PRINCE2® manuals supplied along with the Prince2 training course?

  No, the manual is not included. You can purchase the manual from Axelos.com. This is highly recommended because you will need to bring the manual with you to the testing center when you take your exam.

• Do you provide assistance for the exam application process?

  Yes. For detailed information on the application filing process, refer to the information on the PRINCE2 Certification Journey page. You can also post questions on community.simplilearn.com for this course or any other course-related topic.

• How many questions are there in the PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner Certification Exams respectively?

  • The PRINCE2 Foundation Exam has a total of 75 questions that must be answered in one hour.
  • The PRINCE2 Practitioner Exam has 8 sections with 10 questions per section, to be answered within 2½ hours.

• How does the online classroom training work?

  Online classroom training for PRINCE2 Certification is conducted via live streaming and conducted by a PRINCE2 certified trainer with more than 15 years of work and training experience.

• Is this live Prince2 training, or will I watch pre-recorded videos?

  All of the classes are conducted live online. They are interactive sessions that enable you to ask questions and participate in discussions during class time. We do, however, provide recordings of each session you attend for your future reference.

• What tools do I need to attend the Prince2 training sessions?

  The tools you’ll need to attend Prince2 training are:

  • Windows: Windows XP SP3 or higher
  • Mac: OSX 10.6 or higher
  • Internet speed: Preferably 512 Kbps or higher
  • Headset, speakers, and microphone: You’ll need headphones or speakers to hear instruction clearly, as well as a microphone to talk to others. You can use a headset with a built-in microphone or separate speakers and microphone.

• Can I cancel my enrollment? Will I get a refund?

  Yes, you can cancel your enrollment if necessary. We will refund the Prince2 course price after deducting an administration fee. To learn more, please read our Refund Policy.

• What is included in the Prince2 training?

  In Prince2 training you’ll get access to our e-learning content, practice simulation tests, and our tips and tricks videos that help you tackle the toughest of the exam questions. You will also get an online participant handbook that cross references the e-learning to reinforce your learning.

• Are the Prince2 training and course material effective in preparing me for the PRINCE2 Exams?

  Absolutely. Our Prince2 certification training course is designed to guarantee you’ll pass the exams on your first attempt. With a hands-on learning approach, the Prince2 training not only gives you the confidence to pass the exam, but also helps you retain knowledge beyond the exam.

• I’d like to learn more about this Prince2 training program. Who should I contact?

  Contact us using the form on the right of any page on the Simplilearn website, or select the Live Chat link. Our customer service representatives can provide you with more details regarding Prince2 training program.

• Who are our instructors and how are they selected?

  The classes are conducted by a highly qualified PRINCE2 certified trainer with more than 15 years of work and training experience. Each of them has gone through a rigorous selection process which includes profile screening, technical evaluation, and a training demo before they are certified to train for us. We also ensure that only those trainers with a high alumni rating continue to train for us.

• What is Global Teaching Assistance?

  Our teaching assistants are a dedicated team of subject matter experts to help you get certified in your first attempt. They engage students proactively to ensure the course path is being followed and help you enrich your learning experience from class onboarding to project mentoring and job assistance. Teaching Assistance is available during business hours.

• What is covered under the 24/7 Support promise?

  We offer 24/7 support through email, chat, and calls. We also have a dedicated team that provides on-demand assistance through our community forum. What’s more, you will have lifetime access to the community forum, even after completion of your course with us.

• You offer an exam money back guarantee. How does it work?

  Our Prince2 training course comes with a 100% money-back guarantee. Simplilearn believes in our highly effective blended learning methodology and its ability to provide learners with the knowledge and confidence to pass the PRINCE2 F&P exam in the first attempt. If you do not pass the PRINCE2 F&P exam on the first attempt, Simplilearn will refund the course price to you.
   
  To ensure your success, we strongly recommend that you take the PRINCE2 F&P exam within a week of the course completion date—or a maximum of 45 days from the completion of the online training. This way, the Prince2 course materials will be fresh in your mind.
   

  Attempt	Time Frame	Result	Money back
  First	Within 45 days of course completion	Did not pass in Foundation & Practitioner both.	Refund full course price
  First	Within 45 days of course completion	Did not pass either in Foundation or in Practitioner	Refund 50% course price

  Refund Process: If you do not pass the exam in the first attempt, Simplilearn will refund the full course price to you. To receive a refund, you must make a request through the Help and Support Forum. You must submit a copy of your scorecard along with the date you completed your online classroom training. Simplilearn will refund the course price within 30 days of receiving all required documentation. We will process the refund using the same method you used to pay for the course.
   

  Terms and Conditions: This money-back guarantee applies only to Simplilearn’s PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner blended learning. It is not applicable for Simplilearn’s Self-Paced Learning PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner courses. The guarantee is valid only for participants who have paid the entire enrollment fee.

  The guarantee becomes void if:

  • Participants do not take the PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner examination within 45 days of unlocking the certificate
  • Participants do not maintain 100% attendance in at least one batch of the 36 Hours of Live Online Classroom Training sessions
  • Participants do not complete the e-learning content. The full online study (100% completion) is required to learn the course materials
  • Participants fail to score at least 80% in both of the available online PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner simulation exam practice tests available at Simplilearn.com on the first attempt 
  • Participants fail to book their exam within 6 months from the date of enrollment 
  • Participants do not follow the instructions of the trainer and do not complete the exercises given in the online classroom training
  • Participants do not submit the required documents to Simplilearn
  • Participants failed to request a refund within 15 days of receiving their results 

• What's next after Prince2 Certification?

  After Completion of the Prince2 certification, you can take in MSP Foundation and Practitioner program or Prince2 Agile Foundation and Practitioner certification, and best of all you can take Project Management Certification (PGP in Project Management) program.

• What is PRINCE2 used for?

  PRINCE2 is a process-based framework for efficient project management, which gives you the basic skills to be a successful project manager. PRojects IN Controlled Environments is used and is acknowledged all around the world. It is a versatile way to manage successful projects irrespective of the type or scale. If you pursue a profession in project management, the Prince2 course is worth the time and money invested.

• Is the PRINCE2 course difficult to learn?

  The objective of PRINCE2 is to test your expertise on the use of PRINCE2 knowledge in an actual project. It's a challenging exam, but you have an excellent probability of success if you prepare effectively and have experience in the objective test format.

• Is Project Management a good career option?

  The project management profession has recently been one of the hottest jobs in the technological market and across various industries. Project managers' demand is expanding faster than the need for workers in other jobs, and 88 million people will require training in project management roles by 2027. Strengthen your project management knowledge and practice with Simplilearn's PRINCE2® certification.

• How do beginners learn PRINCE2?

  While there are no prerequisites for PRINCE2 training, it is nonetheless recommended that candidates have at least some experience in working as part of project management teams. Beginners may study and confirm their skills using the following certification path.

  1. PRINCE2 Foundation certification
  2. PRINCE2 Practitioner certification
      

• Is PRINCE2 certification worth it?

  Not only is PRINCE2 certification worldwide recognized, but it is also generic enough to cover practically any business or industry, ensuring that freshers and experienced users will almost constantly find a need for their talents. You can learn and implement project management strategies effectively through the PRINCE2 training.

• What are the job roles available after getting a PRINCE2 certification?

  You can explore job prospects from across the world with PRINCE2® certification. This course gives you the core skills of project management, which will assist you in getting positions in different project management profiles. The primary job roles are Corporate or Program Management, Project Manager, Customer Project Manager, Project Management Analyst, Project Delivery Manager, PRINCE2® Consultant, and Innovation Delivery Manager.

• What does Project Manager do?

  A Project Manager is responsible for planning, acquisition, implementation, and project completion. The project manager is responsible for the entire project and handles everything involved, such as the scope of the project, the project team, and the project resources. Project management is undoubtedly a fantastic career and variety in the workplace, but this is also a demanding job. Your prospects to achieve a project management role are considerably improved by Prince2 certification.

• What skills should a PRINCE2 Certified Project Manager know?

  Since the project manager is a subject matter expert in the project management field, it is one of the vital project management skills required. Leadership, communication, planning, time & cost management, adaptability, and negotiations are few other skills that a certified project manager should know about. Our PRINCE2 certification is a de facto standard for project management, and it confirms that the applicant is ready to take on project management responsibilities.

• What industries use PRINCE2 Methodology most?

  As PRINCE2 is a project management framework, it is not linked to a particular sector or company. You can use them in any company, sector, or form of project. PRINCE2® can help you gain a rewarding career in IT, manufacturing, finance, health care, and other fascinating industries.

• Which companies hire PRINCE2 Certified Project Managers?

  Companies such as Shell, BP, Transpower, IBM, HP, Aquasoft, Getronics, and Siemens, which have adopted PRINCE2 and PRINCE2® qualified professionals, are entitled to an average annual compensation of $97,915 (as per edudelphi.com). Build your project management expertise with our PRINCE2® certification and take advantage of the high demand across industries.

• What book do you suggest reading for PRINCE2 Methodology?

  In addition to PRINCE2 training, you may also find a wide choice of books that help you understand PRINCE2's significant aspects, principles, and methods. Here are a few suggestions if you study for your exam and wonder what you need to read to complement your learning.

  • PRINCE2 Study Guide (Written by David Hinde)
  • Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2® 6th Edition (Written by AXELOS)
  • PRINCE2 Made Simple (Written by Ian Lawton)
  • PRINCE2® Handbook

• What is the pay scale of PRINCE2 Professional across the world?

  According to the project management salary survey, the professional certification provides a 20 percent premium in typical earnings. The PRINCE2 qualification can improve your career and, above all, your earning potential. Let's see the average annual salary of PRINCE2 professionals across the world according to PayScale report:

  • India: ?2m
  • US: $99k
  • UK: £45k
  • Japan: ¥8m
  • Singapore: S$96K