This is the introductory lesson of the PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner tutorial, which is part of the ‘PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner course.’
The PRINCE2 tutorial will give an overview of the course; its objectives, prerequisites, target audience and the value it will offer to you.
In the next section of this PRINCE2 tutorial, we will talk about what PRINCE2 is.
PRINCE2 stands for PRojects IN Controlled Environments which is widely recognized and used in the private as well as public sector. It is a widely accepted method for managing projects.
The PRINCE2 method is made up of four integrated elements:
PRINCE2 Principles
PRINCE2 Themes
PRINCE2 Processes
Project Environment
For a project to be called PRINCE2 project, it must apply all principles, meet the minimum requirements of themes, have project processes, and use some recommended or alternate techniques.
In the following section of the PRINCE2 tutorial, we will talk about how the PRINCE2 Foundation Level differs from the Practitioner Level.
The table given below will help you distinguish between the Prince2 Foundation Level and the PRINCE2 Practitioner Level.
PRINCE2 Foundation Level |
PRINCE2 Practitioner Level |
The PRINCE2 Foundation Level introduces the PRINCE2 method. |
PRINCE2 Practitioner Level is for project managers, aspiring project managers, and anyone who manages projects. |
It aims to provide knowledge on PRINCE2 method well enough to be able to work efficiently as a member of project management team. |
It is more advanced than the Foundation Level and helps you work independently as a Project Manager. |
There is no prerequisite for the Foundation certification. |
The Foundation certification is a prerequisite for the Practitioner certification. |
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In the next section of PRINCE2 Tutorial, we will focus on the benefits PRINCE2.
With PRINCE2, you will be able to:
Enforce a product-based planning approach for projects, so they are divided into manageable, controllable stages
Customise your approach for different projects, ensuring flexibility and success in today’s dynamic work environment
Control the use of resources and effectively manage project risk in Organizations
PRINCE2 not only gives you strong skills to add to your resume but it also considerably increases your ability to execute projects in a corporate environment. The skills you gain with PRINCE2 are industry-agnostic and have a global appeal.
In the next section, we will discuss the objectives of PRINCE2 Tutorial.
The objectives of this PRINCE2 tutorial is to help you to understand -
The PRINCE2 features and its benefits
The four integrated elements of The PRINCE2 methodology
- Seven principles
- Seven themes
- Seven processes
- Tailoring to project environment
To help you to prepare for the PRINCE2 Foundation examination
As this tutorial gives an introduction to both Foundation and Practitioner Course for PRINCE2, there is no prerequisite. However, if you wish to go for PRINCE2 Practitioner Level, you must have cleared the PRINCE2 Foundation Level Exam.
The PRINCE2 Tutorial is ideal for:
Project Managers
Associate Project Managers / Assistant Project Managers
Team Leads / Team Managers
Project Executives / Project Engineers
Software Developers
Any professional aspiring to be a Project Manager
Let us take a look at the lessons covered in the PRINCE2 Tutorial.
There are total 20 lessons covered in this PRINCE2 Tutorial. The lessons are listed in the table below.
Lesson No |
Chapter Name |
What You’ll Learn |
Lesson 1 |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 2 |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 3 |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
- Continued business justification - Learn from experience - Defined roles and responsibilities - Manage by stages - Manage by exception - Focus on products - Tailor to suit the project |
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Lesson 4 |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 5 |
Introduction to PRINCE2 Themes |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 6 |
The Business Case Theme |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 7 |
The Organisation Theme |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 8 |
The Quality Theme |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 9 |
The Plans Theme |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 10 |
The Risk Theme |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 11 |
The Change Theme |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 12 |
The Progress Theme |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 13 |
Introduction to PRINCE2 Processes |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 14 |
Starting up a Project Process |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 15 |
Directing a Project Process |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 16 |
Initiating a Project Process |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 17 |
Controlling a Stage Process |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 18 |
Managing Product Delivery Process |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 19 |
Managing a Stage Boundary Process |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 20 |
Closing a Project Process |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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Lesson 21 |
Considerations for Organisational Adoption |
In this chapter, you will be able to:
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With this, we come to an end about what this PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner tutorial includes. In the next chapter, we will discuss the Introduction to PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Tutorial and how it is used.
Name | Date | Place | |
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PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner | 6 Feb -28 Feb 2021, Weekend batch | Your City | View Details |
PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner | 19 Feb -27 Feb 2021, Weekdays batch | Your City | View Details |
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