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KnowledgeHut’s PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner certification is offered by AXELOS to practitioners who will clear the PRINCE2 certification exams. PRINCE2 is a popular project management methodology that is growing in Kolkata and all over the world. Clear these exams with the help of our comprehensive 32-hour long course in a single attempt.
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Strengthen your knowledge and practice of project management with PRINCE2® certifications from AXELOS and validate your expertise with the PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner certifications.
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Understand the 7 core PRINCE2 Principles, and how they provide a framework for good practice.
Understand the 7 PRINCE2 themes, and how they are used to manage a project.
Understand the 7 PRINCE2 Processes, and how they underpin the PRINCE2 methodology.
Learn how to apply PRINCE2 fundamentals to control and mitigate risks.
Learn the latest PRINCE2 best practices and apply them across diverse projects and portfolios.
Learning objectives
Get introduced to the PRINCE2 framework, understand the different Levels of the PRINCE2 certification, the accompanying benefits, exam style and techniques, and more.
Learning objectives
Understand the PRINCE2 methodology, structure of PRINCE2, the seven principles of PRINCE2, four integrated elements of PRINCE2, and more.
Learning objectives
Learn the PRINCE2 principles, roles responsible for a specific activity, and how we handle the documentation relating to decisions on tailoring the project.
Learning objectives
Learn the concepts of tailoring PRINCE2 and adopting it in an organization.
Learning objectives
Review the PRINCE2 themes seven PRINCE2 themes and how to apply them in a project – case study.
Learning objectives
Review the Business Case themes, different roles and their responsibilities in the business case theme, and more.
Learning objectives
Review the Organization theme, list and explain the roles and responsibilities in the organization theme, and more.
Learning objectives
Recall the purpose of quality theme tailor and set up an effective quality management process and apply the recommended quality review techniques to a project.
Learning objectives
Review the purpose of the plans theme, tailor and set up an effective plan and apply the product- based planning techniques for effective project management.
Learning objectives
Review the purpose of risk theme, tailor and set up an effective Risk theme and describe the roles and responsibilities in the risk theme.
Learning objectives
Review the purpose of the Change theme, apply the fundamentals of setting up effective change control in a project, discuss the recommended issue, and change control procedures in accordance with the PRINCE2 framework.
Learning objectives
Review the purpose of the progress theme, apply the guidance provided on Progress for successful Progress Management and discuss the roles and responsibilities associated with Progress theme.
Learning objectives
Define the processes and outline the PRINCE2 journey from start to end. Learn about the seven PRINCE2 processes, and how to tailor them.
Learning objectives
Review the purpose and objective of the ‘starting up a project’ process, apply PRINCE2’s recommendations for tailoring products and roles and apply the guidance provided on starting up a project for successful starting up a project.
Learning objectives
Review the purpose and objective of the ‘directing a project’ process and apply PRINCE2’s recommendations for tailoring roles in a project.
Learning objectives
Review the purpose and objectives of the 'initiating a project process’, and tailor considerations for effective project management using PRINCE2.
Learning objectives
Review the process and object of purpose of the ‘Controlling a Stage’ process and apply guidelines for tailoring products and roles for project success.
Learning objectives
Review the purpose and objective of 'managing product delivery' process and discuss guidelines for tailoring products and roles in 'managing product delivery' process.
Learning objectives
Review the purpose and objective of ‘managing a stage boundary’ process and apply guidelines for tailoring products and roles in a project environment.
Learning objectives
Review the purpose and objective of the ‘Closing a Project’ process and apply guidelines for tailoring products and roles during closing a project.
Learning objectives
In this module, you will learn everything you need about exam preparation and how to pass the exams in the first attempt.
For more information on the syllabus refer: PRINCE2 Foundation Syllabus and PRINCE2 Practitioner Syllabus from AXELOS.
The PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner course is carefully designed to equip you with all the skills you need to apply and tailor PRINCE2 across a range of different project environments and scenarios.
The PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner training course has been thoughtfully designed to help you prepare for the PRINCE2® Foundation and PRINCE2® Practitioner exams and gain the skills needed to excel as a PRINCE2® Practitioner. You will be able to:
1. Apply and tailor the PRINCE2® method to diverse projects
2. Apply the PRINCE2 principles across projects
3. Across all projects, use the seven PRINCE2 themes.
4. Guide a project throughout its lifecycle
5. Create the recommended PRINCE2 management products which include baselines, records and reports
The PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner certification training will help you:
Not necessarily. The PRINCE2 training is for project managers, prospective project managers, and anybody else involved in project management. Students and individuals interested in project management can enrol in the PRINCE2 Practitioner programme.
It is also relevant to other key staff involved in the design, development, and delivery of projects, including:
To get the most out of the PRINCE2 Practitioner certification course, you'll need a thorough understanding of the PRINCE2® fundamentals. You must hold at least one of the following certifications to sit for the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam:
Certifications from Project Management Institute (PMI)®:
More details at www.pmi.org
Certifications from International Project Management Association (IPMA):
More details at www.ipma.world
Certifications from the Association for Project Management (APM):
More details at www.apm.org.uk
To have your prior certification recognized, you must be able to provide documentary proof to PeopleCert® — an AXELOS Examination Institute (EI) — that your qualification remains current.
You may register for the exam directly through the approved channels (see https://www.axelos.com for details).
Once you have gained the PRINCE 2 Foundation and Practitioner certifications, the following certifications will help you advance your career further:
You will be eligible for 32 PDUs on course completion that can be used for recertification from PMI® Inc.
PDUs provide credits for every educational effort you make during your career, recognizing your contribution to the Agile field. The PMI® offers PDUs, and all PMI certifications, save the CAPM®, require you to acquire a certain amount of PDUs over the course of a three-year certification cycle.
The PRINCE2® Foundation certification is valid for life, however, the PRINCE2 Practitioner certificate is only valid for three years.
The PRINCE2 Practitioner certificate can be maintained via your My PRINCE2 certification or by retaking the exam. Here's how to keep your PRINCE2 certification through My PRINCE2 certification relevant:
Credit points for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) can be earned through professional training, experience, self-study, and community involvement. All PRINCE2 qualified professionals must keep up to speed with the newest project management expertise, according to AXELOS. CPD points can be used to achieve this.
You can apply for AXELOS membership after passing the PRINCE2 test. To keep your membership, you must submit 20 CPDs per year for the following three years. After three years, you will have earned 60 CPDs, allowing you to apply for certification renewal.
For further information about PDUs and CPDs, please reach us at support@knowledgehut.com.
All PRINCE®2 certifications are offered by AXELOS, which is the accrediting body for PRINCE2 certification.
You can self-study and take the examination directly through an AXELOS Examination Institute like PeopleCert® without attending an accredited training course, for all of the PRINCE2® certifications.
However, undertaking a formalized training programme through an Accredited Training Organization (ATO) like KnowledgeHut highly increases your chances of being successful in the exam. KnowledgeHut is known to be one of the best PRINCE2 training providers in the industry.
Here are the steps you should follow to get certified in the PRINCE2 Certified:
On passing the exam, AXELOS will send you an email regarding the My AXELOS membership and how you can activate it. Complete the yearly requirement of 20 CPDs so that you can get a digital badge that reflects your achievement. The PRINCE2 Practitioner certificate expires after 3 years. Renew your certification by taking the Practitioner exam again or by maintaining the CPD requirements.
You will need to attend 32-hours of PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner training from an ATO of AXELOS and PeopleCert®, following which you will be required to take the exams to demonstrate your knowledge of PRINCE2 and get certified.
The results of your tests are issued within 2 business days from the date of your exam. If you pass the PRINCE2® Foundation exam and the PRINCE2® Practitioner exam with the required score, you will also receive e-certificates along with official results. Both the official results and the e-certificate will be uploaded on your PeopleCert® Account.
Renewing your certification enables you to demonstrate your commitment to continuing professional development. It also demonstrates the value of your knowledge of PRINCE2 to employers, peers and colleagues. Here are a few reasons why PRINCE2 qualifications are worth renewing:
The PRINCE2® Practitioner Certification exam is valid for 3 years. After that, you can take the re-registration exam, which has the same difficulty level as the Practitioner certification exam.
You can also renew your credential by maintaining the My PRINCE2 Digital Badge. The cost of membership is £50 + VAT every year. After activating your membership, you must earn 20 CPDs every year to maintain the certification.
There are no eligibility requirements for the PRINCE2® Foundation certification exam.
You must hold at least one of the following certifications to sit for the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam:
No, the PRINCE2® Manual is not included in the course fee. You may purchase it here.
My PRINCE2 subscription is for all professionals in the field of project management who want to use practical help, easy-access support, and professional endorsements to advance their careers. With the My PRINCE2 subscription, you will also have access to the following:
A My PRINCE2® subscription will cost about £50 +VAT. If you subscribe for another year, the cost of the second subscription will be £30 (+VAT) and for a third subscription, the price will be £20 (+VAT) per annum.
Once you reach the end of your subscription after 12 months, you will receive a reminder for subscription renewal before the expiry date. Failure to renew your subscription will lead to the removal of access from the latest publications, digital badges, CPD activities, and best practices available as a part of the product subscription. If you renew your subscription after the expiry date has passed and your subscription has lapsed, just log back in and pay the new subscription fee.
No, PRINCE2 is a paid subscription.
In line with PeopleCert guidelines, you will receive a Proof of Course Attendance / Participation from KnowledgeHut. With this letter in hand, you can confidently showcase your dedication to building proficiency, as it holds significant recognition within the professional landscape. Once you clear the requisite PeopleCert exam, you will then achieve the PeopleCert certification.
No, your certificate will not be mentioned as an online PRINCE2 training certification. It will look the same as the in-person certificates.
The membership cost for AXELOS is £59 per year. VAT charges are extra as applicable.
PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments) is the standard process-based project management technology providing a sequential approach to deliver an effective project. Generally practiced in the UK and abroad, PRINCE2 provides certification in different levels like PRINCE2 Foundation (basic), PRINCE2 Practitioner, PRINCE2 Professional (for practitioners) and PRINCE2 Agile (Agile methods).
The PRINCE2® framework outline is developed and managed by AXELOS, and the exam is delivered by PeopleCert®. Successful candidates will receive the certificate from AXELOS, which is the accrediting body for PRINCE2® certifications.
Foundation Exam
Practitioner Exam
The exam is conducted through PeopleCert®. KnowledgeHut is an ATO of PeopleCert®.
Yes, you can take the PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner exams online through PeopleCert®. You can schedule the exam in advance, at a time and date that suits you. Your exam will be invigilated by a proctor. Make sure that you meet the required technical requirements to continue with the exam without any issues.
Yes. You can contact us either by phone or chat if you need help with completing the application form. You can also email us on support@knowledgehut.co for any course-related queries.
Yes! Once you have completed the workshop, send us an email request for issue of exam voucher and code. Our exam team will email details of your exam code and instructions on how to book through PeopleCert®.
There is no re-evaluation for the PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner. However, if you fail you can re-attempt the exam after paying the required fees.
If you have already taken the exam and wish to retake to score better, then you will have to purchase the exam again.
After you have submitted the test, you will get your result within 2 business days. The entire process can take around 5 days. If you have taken the exam through PearsonVUE, PeopleCert® will send a confirmation email to you within 7 days with a link to the e-certificate. Once you activate your PeopleCert® account, you will be able to manage the certificate and buy the hard copy.
You can read more about this here: PeopleCert®
You can give the exam as many times as you want as long as you pay for it each time.
Listen, learn, ask questions, and get all your doubts clarified from your instructor, who is an experienced practitioner from the best institute for PRINCE2 certification.
Listen, learn, ask questions, and get all your doubts clarified from your instructor, who is an experienced practitioner.
The conventional in-person PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner training from AXELOS will be delivered for approximately 2-days or 32 hours.
The PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner online training course is divided into several classes of shorter hours, unlike the in-person class that consists of 2 classes with 7 to 8 hours long sessions. The size of the class is capped at 30 so that students gain a better learning experience. Not only the participants but our trainers will be able to virtually collaborate with one another with the help of webcam tool.
Our PRINCE2® trainers are:
Our dedicated team of coaches deliver PRINCE2 training on par with the standard of excellence set out by AXELOS. Every candidate receives the same high-quality content irrespective of the trainer and the location. They help you further develop the competencies and skills you need to make a difference in your organization.
Knowledgehut has been providing the best online PRINCE2 course which is delivered through live interactive virtual classrooms and can be structured over two days or more. Our PRINCE2® Practitioner course focuses on engaging interaction.
Most class time is dedicated to fun exercises, lively discussions, and team collaboration, all facilitated by the trainer who is an experienced project manager well versed with PRINCE2. The focus is on practical solutions to real-world challenges drawn from decades of experience as project managers in dynamic environments.
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Yes, your course material will be provided in advance. You will receive an email with a link to set your password a few days in advance of the scheduled course. Once you log in to PRISM, you will have access to the study plan and all the course material.
The PRINCE2 course material comprises of the course schedule or study plan, workbooks and all relevant assignments, assessments, or case studies.
The sessions would be auto recorded on PRISM, subject to permission by AXELOS and our trainer. Based on the permissions, you would have lifetime access to the video recordings of the sessions as well.
No, you will not yet be able to join the PRINCE2 training through phone or tab. Please be prepared to join the training on your laptop or desktop.
If you get disconnected during the PRINCE2 training, you will have the option to re-join within about half an hour subject to accreditation body guidelines and the instructor’s preference.
Our workshops are currently held online and anyone with a stable internet from anywhere across the world can benefit from this to get PRINCE2 certified. You can check out the schedules here: PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Certification Course Schedules.
Schedules for our upcoming workshops in Agile and Scrum can be found here.
You will receive a registration link from PRISM to your e-mail id. You will have to set your password, log in to our Immersive Learning Experience platform and start your learning journey.
You will have lifetime access to the entire Self-Paced Learning material including on-demand videos, assessments, quizzes, ebooks/case studies and more.
You can attempt the recall quizzes any number of times. Assessments can be taken twice.
We currently use the Zoom platform for video conferencing and will soon be adding more integrations with Webex and Microsoft Teams. However, all the sessions and the recordings will be available right from within our learning platform. Learners will not need to wait for any notifications or links or install any additional software.
If you miss a class, you can access the class recordings from PRISM at any time. At the beginning of every session, there will also be a 10–12-minute recapitulation of the previous class.
You will get the benefit of both since this is a blended learning workshop.
Yes, there are other participants who actively participates in the class remotely. They can attend online PRINCE2 training from office, home, or any other suitable place.
In case of any queries, our support team is available to you 24/7 via the Help and Support section on PRISM. You can also reach out to your workshop manager on your workshop group messenger.
Should you have any more questions, please email us on support@knowledgehut.com and we will be happy to get back to you.
The PRINCE2 course is for those who aspire to become effective project managers. The PRINCE2 course is designed to help you execute projects in real world environments in both the public and private sectors.
Certifications are a great way to enhance your career. The PRINCE2 certification is considered as a terrific addition to your qualification. You will pick up key skills such as:
The PRINCE2 certification training, which stands for "Projects IN Controlled Environments," is a process-based project management strategy that includes defined templates, methods, and stages for completing a successful project.
PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner certification entitles anybody how to use agile approaches in their projects while adhering to the PRINCE2 framework.
PRINCE 2 Foundation is a simple test that may be prepared for in as little as 2-3 weeks. PRINCE2 Practitioner, on the other hand, is more demanding and takes an average of three months to prepare for.
Earning a PRINCE2 certification is certainly beneficial to those who want to get a job in a new company, improve their earning potential, and climb up the corporate ladder.
PRINCE2 is an acronym that stands for Projects in a Controlled Environment. This Project Management methodology was created as a standard for IT projects. Today, almost every industry has adopted and endorsed this methodology. With this methodology, a project manager is able to utilize the resources and complete the tasks efficiently.
PRINCE2 certification is responsible for validating your skills and abilities to implement the project management methodology and deliver the project using a step-by-step approach.
The following two levels are available in PRINCE2 Certification:
PRINCE2 Agile also offers the same two levels of certification.
Here is the exam cost of different PRINCE2 Certifications:
Cost Heads | PRINCE2 6th Edition Foundation Certification | PRINCE2 6th Edition Practitioner Certification | PRINCE2® Agile Foundation Certification | PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner Certification |
Exam Cost | £236 | £389 | £236 | £389 |
MyPRINCE2® Membership cost | - | £50 + VAT per year | - | £50 + VAT per year |
Certification Name | Validity |
PRINCE2 6th Edition Foundation | Lifelong |
PRINCE2 6th Edition Practitioner | 3 years |
If you have a PRINCE2 certification, you can enjoy the following benefits:
Here is what you need to do before you can get the PRINCE2 Certification:
There are two study options for the PRINCE2 Certification:
The duration of PRINCE2 certification training, for Foundation and Practitioner, is 2 days. The online training for both takes 16 hours each.
Depending on the education, experience, and position, the average annual income of a PRINCE2 professional can vary from $7500 to $30,000.
The PRINCE2 Foundation certification is the first step in validating your understanding of the PRINCE2 methodology and its terminology and principles. It is also an eligibility requirement for the Practitioner certification.
The following professionals should attend the PRINCE2 Foundation Training:
You can enroll yourself in an ATO like KnowledgeHut for a training program for PRINCE2 Foundation certification. The training will last for about 2 days.
There are no eligibility requirements for the PRINCE2® Foundation Certification exam.
Category | Exam Information |
Certification Family | PRINCE2® |
Owned by | AXELOS |
Level | Foundation |
Renewal | No |
Exam duration | 60 minutes |
Languages | 6 |
Pass mark | 33 out of 60 |
Open book or closed book | Closed book |
Exam price | £236 |
No. of questions | 60 |
Question Format | Multiple-choice |
Languages | Dutch, English, French, German, Norwegian, and Polish |
Here is how you can get certified in PRINCE2 Foundation exam:
Follow these steps for scheduling your PRINCE2 Foundation Exam:
You can follow the below-mentioned steps for preparing for the PRINCE2 Foundation Exam:
Follow the below-mentioned steps for revising for the PRINCE2 Foundation exam:
The Foundation certification does not expire and has lifelong validity.
With the PRINCE2 Practitioner Certification, professionals will be able to validate their skill of implementing the methodology for operating and managing a project. For this, you need to have a clear understanding of the principles, processes, and themes of PRINCE2.
An indicative audience for the PRINCE2 Practitioner Training would be:
It would be better if you enroll in a reputed ATO like KnowledgeHut for PRINCE2 Practitioner training. You have the option of classroom and distance learning. The mode of learning will determine the price of training.
Learning Mode | Duration |
Classroom | 2 days (18 hours) |
Online Classroom | 4 days (20 hours) |
You must have at least one of the following to be eligible for the PRINCE2 Practitioner Certification:
Category | Exam Information |
Certification Family | PRINCE2® |
Owned by | AXELOS |
Level | Advanced |
Renewal | Yes, after 3 years |
Exam duration | 150 minutes |
Languages | 6 |
Pass mark | 38 out of 68 (55% approx) |
Open book or closed book | Open book |
Exam price | £389 |
No. of questions | 68 |
Question Format | Objective testing |
Languages | Dutch, English, French, German, Norwegian, and Polish |
The passing score for PRINCE2 Practitioner exam is 59/108 and the passing percent is 55%.
For getting certified in PRINCE2 Practitioner exam, you need to follow these steps:
Follow the below-mentioned steps for scheduling your PRINCE2 Practitioner Exam:
Follow the below-mentioned steps to prepare for the PRINCE2 Practitioner Exam:
Here is the revision checklist for passing the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam:
Your PRINCE2 6th Edition Practitioner certification will expire after 3 years. Here is how you can maintain it:
Category | Exam Information |
Certification Family | PRINCE2® Agile® |
Owned by | AXELOS |
Level | Foundation |
Re-certification | No |
Exam duration | 60 minutes |
Languages | 1 |
Pass mark | 55% |
Open book or closed book | Closed book |
Exam price | £236 |
No. of questions | 50 |
Question Format | Multiple-choice |
Languages | English |
Category | Exam Information |
Certification Family | PRINCE2® Agile® |
Created by | AXELOS |
Level | Advanced |
Validity | 3 years |
Renewal | Yes |
Exam duration | 150 minutes |
Pass mark | 30 out of 50 marks (60%) |
Open book or closed book | Open book |
Exam price | £389 |
No. of questions | 50 |
Question Format | Scenario-based |
Languages | English, German, and Polish |
Whether you go for Scrum Master or PRINCE2 Practitioner depends on your current job and future job prospects. Scrum Master works on Agile product delivery while PRINCE2 focuses on project management.
PRINCE2 qualification is the Foundation or Practitioner level certification of PRINCE2. It validates your skills and abilities in implementing the PRINCE2 methodology.
Yes, its ability to help in the project’s development makes it a valuable qualification.
The two certification levels of PRINCE2 6th Edition are:
The same levels are also offered in the PRINCE2 Agile format.
There is no eligibility for attending the workshop. Also, there are no prerequisites for the Foundation certification. However for the Practitioner certification, the participants must hold any one of the following certifications: PRINCE2® Foundation, Project Management Professional (PMP)®, Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®, IPMA Level A (Certified Projects Director), IPMA Level B® (Certified Senior Project Manager), IPMA Level C® (Certified Project Manager), or the IPMA Level D® (Certified Project Management Associate).
PRINCE2 Foundation helps you cover the basics of project management. You will be learning the terminology used in the methodology and how they are used in critical matters.
Yes, you should undertake the PRINCE2 certification if you are a fresher with less than 2 years of work experience as it will help you get the training required for project management.
It is not mandatory but getting the PRINCE2 qualification will help you get a boost in career growth.
ITIL® knowledge is recommended but not mandatory.
Certification | US | UK | India |
Foundation | $365 | £300 - £800 | 25000 INR |
Practitioner | $485 | £210 | 21,020 INR |
No, it is not included. Purchase it from here.
Online course training and self-study is the most effective way of taking PRINCE2 Exam in the UK.
The first-year price of My PRINCE2® subscription is £50 +VAT. The cost for the next two years will be £30 and £20 respectively (excluding VAT).
It is a paid subscription model. You will get one year free subscription to MyPRINCE2 after getting PRINCE2 certification.
AXELOS membership cost is £59 per year (excluding VAT charges).
The study materials for the PRINCE2 exam can be found online (e-learning sites like KnowledgeHut) as well as offline (bookstores and training institutions).
Yes, you can give the PRINCE2 foundation and practitioner exam online.
For taking the PRINCE2 exams online, you need to use a remote web proctor solution. Also, you need to have a webcam, a microphone, a stable internet connection, and technical requirements to take the exam.
If you have all the essential requirements for taking the online exam, you can take it from any convenient location.
The PRINCE2® Practitioner exam is 2 hours 30 minutes long.
Your system must have the following technical specifications for taking up the PRINCE2 Exam:
You can see your PRINCE2 Exam results in the PeopleCert’s profile.
Once your exam supervisor submits your answer to PeopleCert, it will take two days to get the results.
To pass PRINCE2 exam, you need to get a score of 38/68 which makes the passing rate 55%.
The re-registration exam for PRINCE2 certification has been discontinued. To renew your certification, you can either earn CPD points or take the certification exam again.
The manual is not mandatory but is recommended for passing the exams at the first attempt.
A PRINCE2® exam shield is a software that allows you to give the PRINCE2 exams online without any difficulty. Your system should be compatible with the shield.
PeopleCert is an institute that is recognized globally for conducting certification exams. It partners with governments and private organizations for delivering high-standard, professional exams flawlessly.
Difference | Exam Code | Exam Voucher |
Issue | Issued by PRINCE2®. You receive it by email within 24-hours of purchasing your e-learning license | Issued once you redeem your exam code. |
Validity | Its validity lasts for the time your e-learning license lasts | The exam voucher is valid for only 1 month |
Use | You need your exam code to redeem your exam voucher | You need your exam voucher to book your exam |
For maintaining your PRINCE2 certification, you need to subscribe to MyPRINCE2, earn 20 points per year and get a digital badge.
CPDs or Continuing Professional Development are credit points that are awarded to you through self-study, training, professional experience, and community participation. You can use these points for renewing your PRINCE2 certification.
If you are working in the field of project management, you need to get a subscription to MyPRINCE2. Apart from the access to discount, whitepapers and best-practice publications, you can use this for renewing your PRINCE2 certification.
PRINCE2 5th Edition certification expires after 3 years. For renewing it, you had to give a re-registration exam that was 60 minutes long. However, all re-registration exams for the 5th edition version have been discontinued from 31st March 2019. Now, you can take the certification exam again or earn the required CPD points for renewing your PRINCE2 certification.
You should renew your PRINCE2 certification because of the following reasons:
The PRINCE2 Foundation certification doesn’t expire and has lifelong validity.
Yes, after 3 years.
Here is how you can renew the PRINCE2 Practitioner Certification:
You get 32 PDUs after completing the training for both levels of the PRINCE2 Certification.
PDUs are credits that are used for renewing the certification offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®.
While selecting the best PRINCE2 Training Institute, you need to keep the following factors in mind:
Here is a list of factors you should keep in mind while selecting the best PRINCE2 Certified Trainer:
For defining the benefits of PRINCE2 training, we use the following five levels of the Kirkpatrick/Philips model:
For PRINCE2 training, you can try the following three learning modes:
Specific figures for PRINCE2 certified professionals in India are not available. However, a survey was conducted by AXELOS-PRINCE2 in 2016 that showed that the growth rate of PRINCE2 professionals in India is 14% more than that in the UK and is the largest in Central Asia.
The PRINCE2® Guide can help you prepare for the certification exam. It is approved by AXELOS and is available in PDF format. There are also some sample papers offered by AXELOS.
Here is a list of popular project management certifications:
The country with the lowest price of the PRINCE2 accreditation program is India at $350.
The primary difference between the two is that PMP uses the guidelines and principles of PMBOK as a standard whereas PRINCE2 is a methodology with templates and processes. PMP can be used as a guide while PRINCE2 is an operations manual.
When it comes to job prospects, PRINCE2 is better as it is used in different industries across the globe. So thanks to the different methods and processes of PRINCE2, you can easily expand your area of work.
Region/Country | 1st Preference | 2nd Preference |
United Kingdom | PRINCE2® | - |
United States of America | PMP® | PRINCE2® |
Asia | PRINCE2®/PMP® | PRINCE2®/PMP® |
Africa | PRINCE2®/PMP® | PRINCE2®/PMP® |
Americas | PMP® | PRINCE2® |
Australasia | PRINCE2® | PMP® |
Europe | PRINCE2® | - |
Middle East | PRINCE2®/PMP® | PRINCE2®/PMP® |
Both certifications are different and thus the best among the two cannot be determined without specifying the requirements of the project.
According to the data provided by the PMI’s® March 2018 update, about 833,025 PMP® certified professionals are working across the globe. Even though there is no specific data for PRINCE2, it is safe to assume that there are a large number of PRINCE2 certification holders.
Both the certification have their own benefits. Which is better depends on your requirements. Here are some benefits of PRINCE2 and PMP certifications that will help you make the decision:
PMP® certification
PRINCE2® Certification
Country | PMP® | PRINCE2® |
India | INR 14,17,178 | INR 14,10,835 |
US | $87,417 | $84,218 |
PRINCE2 | PMP |
PRINCE2® Foundation: No prerequisites PRINCE2® Practitioner: At least one of the following:
PRINCE2® Agile Foundation No prerequisites PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner At least one of the following:
| Eligibility requirements for PMP®:
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PMP® and PRINCE2® are project management certifications but the certification cost differs because various factors.
PMP® certification cost
Cost heads | Cost | |
Exam cost | PMI® Members | $405 |
Non-Members | $555 | |
Training | Online self-learning | $50 to $200 |
Online instructor-led learning | $250 to $2000 | |
Classroom instructor-led training | $250 to $4000 | |
Rescheduling fee | $70 | |
Certification renewal fee | PMI® Members | $60 |
Non-members | $150 | |
PMI® Membership | $129 | |
PMBOK® Guide cost - Paper edition | Members | $49.50 |
Non-members | $65.95 |
PRINCE2® Certification cost
Certification Name | Cost Heads | Cost (in India) |
PRINCE2 6th Edition Foundation Certification | Online Training cost | INR 9,999 - INR 12,999 |
Classroom Training cost | INR 21,999 | |
Renewal cost | Not Applicable | |
Exam cost | £236 | |
PRINCE2 6th Edition Practitioner Certification | Online Training cost | INR 10,999 |
Classroom Training cost | INR 28,999 | |
Renewal cost | £389 (When taking the certification exam again for renewal) | |
Exam cost | £389 | |
MyPRINCE2® Membership cost | £50 + VAT per year | |
PRINCE2® Agile Foundation Certification | Renewal cost | Not Applicable |
Exam Cost | £236 | |
PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner Certification | Renewal cost | £389 (When taking the certification exam again for renewal) |
Exam Cost | £389 | |
MyPRINCE2® Membership cost | £50 + VAT per year |
PMP® exam structure:
PRINCE2® exam structure:
Exam Name | Category | Exam Information |
PRINCE2 6th Edition Foundation Exam | Certification Family | PRINCE2® |
Created by | AXELOS | |
Level | Foundation | |
Re-certification | No | |
Exam duration | 60 minutes | |
Languages | 6 | |
Pass mark | 33 out of 60 | |
Open book or closed book | Closed book | |
Exam price | £236 | |
Question Format | Multiple-choice | |
Languages | Dutch, English, French, German, Norwegian, and Polish | |
PRINCE2 6th Edition Practitioner Exam | Certification Family | PRINCE2® |
Created by | AXELOS | |
Level | Advanced | |
Re-certification | Yes | |
Exam duration | 150 minutes | |
Languages | 6 | |
Pass mark | 38 out of 68 (55% approx) | |
Open book or closed book | Open book | |
Exam price | £389 | |
Question Format | Objective testing | |
Languages | Dutch, English, French, German, Norwegian, and Polish |
For understanding which exam is easier, you must know the difference between the two certifications:
PMP® | PRINCE2® |
Based on PMBOK® Guide which is a standard | It is a methodology with templates and processes. |
Applicable to multiple industries. | Focuses more on the IT industry. |
One level of certification. | Divided into Foundation and Professional. Also, has an Agile certification path. |
The Project Manager is responsible for the project’s result. | Project Manager is a middleman between the project and its control board. |
Certification name | Passing score | Percentage |
PRINCE2 6th Edition Foundation certification | 33/60 | 55% |
PRINCE2 6th Edition Practitioner certification | 38/68 | 55% |
PRINCE2® Agile Foundation certification | 27/50 | 55% |
PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner certification | 30/50 | 60% |
PMP® Certification Validity
3 years.
PRINCE2® Certification Validity
Earning PDUs for PMP®
You need 60 PDUs for renewing your PMP certification after 3 years.
Modes | PDUs |
Education (Courses and training) | 35 |
Giving back (Content, presentation, volunteering, and sharing knowledge) | 25 |
Earning CPD for PRINCE2®
20 CPDs are required for renewing the PRINCE2 certification.
Yes. For the PRINCE2 certification, you need 16 hours of online training. For CAPM, the duration of online training is 23 hours.
Yes, both are different methodologies where PMP is more focused on knowledge while PRINCE2 on implementation of the project management methodology.
PRINCE2 Agile is a combination of the methodology of PRINCE2 and flexibility of responsiveness of Agile. With this, you will be able to address the project’s requirements using the collaborative and iterative approach of Agile.
The PRINCE2 Agile Certification Scheme has the following two levels:
The following professionals should go for the PRINCE2 Agile Training:
The PRINCE2 Agile Foundation certification validates your understanding of PRINCE2 methodology, Agile framework and delivery techniques.
You can try the PRINCE2 Agile Foundation Training through an ATO like KnowledgeHut that provides training via physical classroom and distance learning.
The following professionals should try the PRINCE2 Agile Foundation Training-
For scheduling the PRINCE2® Agile Foundation exam, you need to visit their official website.
Yes, it is worth it for anyone working with Agile projects or the PRINCE2 project management methodology.
With the PRINCE2 Agile Foundation Certification, you will have the skills required for delivering Agile projects effectively. Also, you will get familiar with Agile techniques like Scrum, Kanban, and Cynefin.
There are no eligibility requirements.
A PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner is one who works on combining the Agile concepts with the PRINCE2 methodology. The certification is the next stage after the foundation certification.
You can try an ATO like KnowledgeHut for the PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner training where you will be provided with all the content and tools to prepare for the certification exam.
The following professionals should attend the PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner training:
Visit the official website for scheduling the PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner Exam.
Here is what you need to get the PRINCE2 Agile Foundation or Practitioner Certification:
To be eligible for the PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner 2009 Certification, you must have at least one of the following:
Yes, this certification is for all the professionals working in an Agile project management environment.
PRINCE2 stands for Projects in Controlled Environments.
In 1989, the Central Computer and Telecommunications Agency (CCTA), located in UK, adopted PROMPT for managing its IT projects. It was created as a UK government standard. Here, it was nicknamed as PRINCE. Later, in 1996, PRINCE2 was released as a project management methodology.
With the PRINCE2 methodology, all the projects can be carried out in a given budget and time. All the tasks are divided into stages, and instead of activities the focus is kept on product delivery. The elements of the methodology are:
PRINCE2 project management methodology is used by several industries, public and private, across the globe to help manage their project efficiently.
AXELOS governs the PRINCE2 certification. This is responsible for conducting training and certification exams. All PRINCE2 certifications will have AXELOS logo on it.
There are no specific figures for this.
PRINCE2 methodology is used for project management by the public and private sector industries. It is responsible for stimulating the beginning, middle and end of the project in an organized and controlled manner.
The framework of PRINCE2 includes the following elements:
Here are the themes of PRINCE2:
Here are the 7 processes of PRINCE2:
PRINCE2 manages projects by dividing them into small manageable and controllable parts. It was created by the UK government as a standard for the IT projects.
You can identify the opportunities, risks, and threats in a project using the PRINCE2 methodology and resolve project management issues. PRINCE2 also offers solutions for all challenges.
Here are the main changes made in the PRINCE2 6th Edition update:
The PRINCE2 6th Edition was updated after taking into consideration the feedback from experts and to keep up with the latest technology.
Project managers are in high demand right now. And this demand is only going to increase in the future. According to a report by PMO, by 2027, there will be about 87.7 million jobs in the project management field making it a lucrative career option.
Here is what you need to do to undertake self-study for PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Exams:
PRINCE2 Foundation certification gives you knowledge of the basic terminologies and concepts of PRINCE2 methodology.
The PRINCE2 Practitioner certification provides you with the ability to implement the PRINCE2 methodology in a project.
My PRINCE2 Digital Badge is a token given to professionals who get the PRINCE2 certifications and complete the CPD requirements.
With My PRINCE2, you can get access to the CPD tools, digital badges, exclusive whitepapers, reports and publications pertaining to PRINCE2.
Follow the below-mentioned steps to subscribe to MyPRINCE2:
You need to complete your CPD requirements to earn the My PRINCE2 Digital Badge.
You need to earn 20 CPD points every year for renewing your PRINCE2 Digital Badge.
Below-mentioned are the objectives of subscribing to MyPRINCE2:
My AXELOS can be considered as a one-stop shop for PRINCE2, MSP, or ITIL to offer access to their best publications, practice templates, CPD activities, and digital badges.
Following are the benefits of subscribing to My AXELOS:
CPD or Continuing Professional Development is a credit program developed by AXELOS that helps you reach the target points. The three stages of the CPD includes:
Here are the benefits of My PRINCE2 subscription:
You need to earn 20 CPD points on a yearly basis for claiming your digital badge.
Digital badges are tokens awarded to professionals with My AXELOS subscription after completing their CPD requirements.
You will receive a PRINCE2 Practitioner badge after getting the PRINCE2 Foundation as well as Practitioner certification.
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