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Advance your project management skills with KnowledgeHut’s PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner certification course to handle projects more efficiently. Work on projects that are complex and change rapidly. Use PRINCE2 themes and practices to utilize PRINCE2 methodology in your teams. Explore how to practice the concepts you learn in real-world environments.
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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.
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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.
Projects in a Controlled Environment, also known as PRINCE2® is a project management methodology. It was created as a standard for IT projects by the UK government. It is used for ensuring that there is proper management of the tasks and resources of the project.
PRINCE2 Certification helps in validating your abilities and skills in the implementation of the PRINCE2 project management methodology.
There are two levels of PRINCE2 Certification, and the same two levels of PRINCE2 Agile:
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 |
PRINCE2 Certification is accompanied with the following benefits:
For PRINCE2 Certification, you must satisfy the following eligibility requirements:
For the PRINCE2 Certification, the following two study options are available:
The training for PRINCE2 certification is 2 days long. The duration of the online training for Foundation and Practitioner training is 16 hours each.
With the PRINCE2 certification, you can earn an annual income ranging from $7,500 to $30,000. Your salary will be dependent on your experience, education, and position.
PRINCE2 Foundation Certification, a prerequisite for PRINCE2 Practitioner certification is the first step in learning the PRINCE2 project management methodology. It validates your knowledge of the basic terminologies and concepts of PRINCE2.
The PRINCE2 Foundation Training is for the following professionals:
For the PRINCE2 Foundation Training, you can try enrolling yourself in an Axelos Accredited Training Organization like KnowledgeHut. They provide training through classroom and distance learning.
The PRINCE2® Foundation Certification exam has no eligibility requirements.
Category | Exam Information |
Certification Family | PRINCE2® |
Owned 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 |
No. of questions | 60 |
Question Format | Multiple-choice |
Languages | Dutch, English, French, German, Norwegian, and Polish |
For getting certified in PRINCE2 Foundation exam, follow the below-mentioned steps:
The below steps will help in scheduling the PRINCE2 Foundation exam:
Follow the below-mentioned steps for preparing for the PRINCE2 Foundation exam:
For passing the PRINCE2 Foundation exam, you need to finish the following revision checklist:
The Foundation certifications have a lifelong validity. To update yourself with PRINCE2 Practitioner certification, you can sit for the 6th editionPractitioner exam.
The PRINCE2 Practitioner certification is for demonstrating your skills of implementing the PRINCE2 methodology. You must be able to customize the methodology according to the needs of the project. For this, you must be familiar with the themes, principles, and processes of PRINCE2.
If you are any of the following, you should attend the PRINCE2 Practitioner Training:
For the PRINCE2 Practitioner Training, you should register yourself in an ATO like KnowledgeHut. There are two learning modes available - classroom and distance learning.
Learning Mode | Duration |
Classroom | 2 days (18 hours approx) |
Online Classroom | 4 days (20 hours approx) |
To be eligible for the PRINCE2 Practitioner certification, you must have at least one of the following:
Category | Exam Information |
Certification Family | PRINCE2® |
Owned by | AXELOS |
Level | Advanced |
Re-certification | 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 pass rate for PRINCE2® Practitioner exam is 55%. To get this, you must get a minimum score of 59/108.
Here is how you can become a PRINCE2 Practitioner certified:
Follow the below-mentioned steps to book/schedule the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam:
The following tips will help you prepare for the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam:
For passing the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam, you need to complete the following checklist:
Here is how you can maintain your PRINCE2 Practitioner Certification:
Category | Exam Information |
Certification Family | PRINCE2® Agile® |
Owned by | AXELOS |
Level | Foundation |
Renewal | 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 should go for the PRINCE2 Practitioner or Scrum Master depends on your job and your future prospects. The primary focus of Scrum Master is Agile product delivery while that of PRINCE2 is the implementation of the project management methodology.
PRINCE2 qualification can be defined as the certification received after passing the PRINCE2 Foundation or PRINCE2 Practitioner exam. Through this qualification, you will be able to demonstrate your skills in working with the PRINCE2 methodology.
Yes, PRINCE2 can be considered as a valuable qualification. With this, you can develop a framework for a project in a better way.
There are two levels of PRINCE2 6th Edition:
The same levels are also available in the PRINCE2 Agile format.
There are no eligibility requirements if you want to just attend the training. For the exam, there are certain prerequisites for PRINCE2 Practitioner certifications but none for PRINCE2 Foundation certifications.
PRINCE2 Foundation will help you get started in the field of project management. As you get a clear understanding of the terminologies and basic concepts of the methodology, you will be handle critical matters and take on more responsibilities.
Yes, PRINCE2 certification can help freshers with less than 2 years of experience. It will help you get trained in the project management field.
No, it is not mandatory but it is highly recommended.
No, knowledge of ITIL is not necessary for doing PRINCE2. However, this knowledge will help you get ahead in the field of project management.
Certification | US | UK | India |
Foundation | $365 | £300 - £800 | 25000 INR |
Practitioner | $485 | £210 | 21,020 INR |
No, the course fee doesn’t include the PRINCE2 manual. You can buy it here.
Self-study and online training is the most cost-effective way of taking the PRINCE2 exam in the UK.
PRINCE2® is a paid subscription model. With the PRINCE2 Certification, you get one year of MyPRINCE2 certification.
The price of AXELOS membership is £59 per year (excluding VAT charges).
You can find all the study materials for PRINCE2 here:
Yes, an online exam is available for the following:
You have to use the remote web proctor solution for giving the PRINCE2 exams online. For this, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam, a microphone and technical requirements that will connect you to your exam proctor.
If your system satisfies the technical requirements, you can give the online PRINCE2 Exam online from any location of your choice.
The PRINCE2 Practitioner exam is 2 hours 30 minutes long.
To give the PRINCE2 certification exams online, your system must satisfy the following technical requirements:
You can see your PRINCE2 Exam results in your PeopleCert’s account under the candidate’s profile.
Once your exam supervisor submits your answer to PeopleCert, it will take 2 days to get your results. The whole procedure takes about 5 days.
The PRINCE2 exam has a passing rate of 55%. The passing score is as follows:
There is no re-registration exam for the PRINCE2 certification. For renewing the certification, you will either have to earn CPD points or take the certification exam again.
No, it is not mandatory but it is highly recommended.
PRINCE2 exam shield is a software solution for candidates who want to give the PRINCE2 exam online. You have to install it in your system so that you can give the exam without any difficulty. Make sure that your system is compatible with the exam shield.
PeopleCert is a globally recognized institute that conducts professional exams for awarding certifications to the candidates. It partners with private and government agencies to deliver 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 |
The PRINCE2 Foundation certificate has lifelong validity and thus requires no maintenance. Here is what you can do for maintaining your PRINCE2 Practitioner Certification:
CPD or Continuing Professional Development are points that are awarded to PRINCE2 certification holders for self-study, community participation, professional experience, and training.
All professionals in the project management field should get a My PRINCE2® subscription. With this, you will have access to exclusive templates, whitepapers, discount to best practice publications and official online guidance for PRINCE2® Agile and PRINCE2 6th Edition.
Professionals holding PRINCE2®Practitioner Certification are required to renew it within 3 calendar years of its issue date. A re-registration exam was taken for renewal. Since the exam has been discontinued since 31st March 2019, you can renew the certification by earning the CPD points or taking the certification exam again.
Here is why you should renew your PRINCE2 qualification:
It has lifelong validity.
Yes, it has a validity of 3 years.
Here is how you can renew your PRINCE2 Practitioner certification:
You will be receiving 32 PDUs after completing your PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Training.
PDUs are credits awarded to professionals for their efforts in the project management field. They can use these points to renew their certifications from the Project Management Institute(PMI)®.
For finding the best PRINCE2 Training Institute, you need to use the following checklist:
Here is your checklist for selecting the best PRINCE2 Certified Trainer:
The following five levels from Kirkpatrick/Phillips model can help in determining the benefits of PRINCE2 Training:
You can take the PRINCE2 training through one of the following learning modes:
There is no specific figure available. However, according to a 2016 survey by AXELOS-PRINCE2, India has the fastest-growing rate of PRINCE2 professionals, which is 14% more than that in the UK.
You can take the PRINCE2 training through one of the following learning modes:
Here are the popular certifications for Project Management:
The cheapest PRINCE2 accreditation program is available in India starting from $350.
PMP is a framework that provides an operations standard through guidelines and principles of PMBOK. You can use its processes techniques as a guide.
PRINCE2 is a methodology that provides you with a step-by-step execution of a project. You can consider this as an operations manual.
PRINCE2 is better than PMP in terms of job prospects. The methods and processes involved in PRINCE2 can be applied to any industry or project.
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 the certifications are different and the better one cannot be decided without knowing the requirements of the project. The primary focus of PMP is how while PRINCE2 deals with what, whom, and when.
There is no specific figure available for PRINCE2 professionals. However, according to the PMI’s March 2018 update, there are more than 833,025 PMP professionals with PMP certification working in 210 different countries and territories across the globe.
Both the methodologies are different and have their own benefits:
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® 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 |
PRINCE2 is considered easier than PMP. However, to better understand the difficulty level, you need to understand the primary differences between the two:
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 have to earn 60 PDUs to renew your PMP certification.
Modes | PDUs |
Education (Courses and training) | 35 |
Giving back (Content, presentation, volunteering, and sharing knowledge) | 25 |
Earning CPD for PRINCE2®
You need 20 CPD points to renew your PRINCE2 certification.
Yes. It is determined by comparing the study hours for both. PRINCE2--both Foundation and Practitioner require 16 hours of training each. For CAPM, the required hours of online training is 23 hours.
Whether you should go for the PRINCE2 or PMP certification depends on your future career prospects. Both methodologies are different. PRINCE2 focuses on the implementation of the methodology while PMP is more knowledge-based.
The PRINCE2 Agile certification is a combination of the methodology of PRINCE2 and the flexibility and responsiveness of Agile. With the PRINCE2 governance and Agile’s collaborative and iterative approach, it is able to address the requirements of any project environment.
Here are a few benefits of using PRINCE2 Agile:
The two levels of PRINCE2 Agile Certification Scheme are:
The following professionals should try the PRINCE2 Agile Training:
The PRINCE2 Foundation Certification allows you to get a complete understanding of the PRINCE2 governance requirements. With this certification, you will have the ability to deliver agile projects using PRINCE2 management controls.
AXELOS has partnered with many Accredited Training Organizations to help professionals get the right PRINCE2 Agile Foundation Training. An example of such ATO is KnowledgeHut that offers certification through classroom and distance learning mode.
All of the professionals should at least try the PRINCE2 Agile Foundation Training:
Visit the official website of PRINCE2 for booking an exam appointment for the PRINCE2 Agile Foundation exam.
Yes, PRINCE2 Agile Foundation certification is worth it for anyone working in the field of project management.
Here is why PRINCE2 Agile Foundation Certification has high value:
It has no eligibility requirements.
A PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner is a professional with knowledge of Agile concepts and PRINCE2 project management methodology.
For the PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner Training, you can try enrolling yourself in an ATO like KnowledgeHut.
The following professionals should attend the PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner Training:
For scheduling the PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner 2017 exam, visit their official website.
Here is how you can get certified in PRINCE2 Agile Foundation or Practitioner Exam:
The requirements for the PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner Certification are as follows( any ONE of these credentials):
Yes, this certification is for all the professionals working in the Agile project management environment.
PRINCE2 is an acronym for Projects in Controlled Environments.
In 1989, the Central Computer and Telecommunications Agency (CCTA), UK started using PROMPT II as a UK Government standard for IT projects. It was then nicknamed as PRINCE for PROMPT II IN the CCTA Environment. Later in 1996, a general project management methodology named PRINCE2 was released that had themes and processes.
PRINCE2 is a project management methodology that helps the project managers in delivering projects in the given time and budget. It involves dividing the project and tasks into small stages. It focuses on product deliveries instead of activities.
Originally, this methodology was developed as a standard for IT projects by the UK government. Today, this methodology is used for different projects by different industries across both private and public sectors.
AXELOS is the governing body of PRINCE2 that conducts training and provides certification.
There are no specific figures for the number of certified PRINCE2 Project managers in the world.
PRINCE2 is a project management methodology that provides control over the project by stipulating the beginning, middle, and end of the project in an organized manner. It is used by different public and private industries across the globe for different projects.
The PRINCE2 framework consists of the following 4 elements:
PRINCE2 methodology involves the following themes:
Here are the 7 processes of PRINCE2:
PRINCE2® (Projects In Controlled Environments) is a project management methodology that divided the project into small manageable and controllable parts.
Here is how PRINCE2 solves project management issues:
Here are the main changes in the PRINCE2 6th Edition update:
The reasons behind the PRINCE2 6th Edition updates were:
According to a report by PMI, there will be 87.7 million project management jobs by 2027. This is why project management is one of the most lucrative career options right now.
Use the following tips to undertake self-study for the PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner exams:
PRINCE2 Foundation certification helps you get an understanding of the terminologies and basic concepts of the PRINCE2 methodology.
The PRINCE2 Practitioner certification focuses on the implementation of the principles of PRINCE2 in a project.
My PRINCE2 Digital badge is a token of recognition given to professionals working in the field of project management for celebrating their achievement.
Subscription to My PRINCE2 helps you get one-stop access to all the exclusive whitepapers, publications, reports, CPD tools, and digital badges pertaining to PRINCE2.
Follow these steps for subscribing to My PRINCE2:
For earning your My PRINCE2 Digital badge, you will have to complete your CPD requirements.
To renew your PRINCE2 Digital badge, you will have to earn CPD points.
The objective of My PRINCE2 subscriptions are:
With My AXELOS subscription, you get a one-stop-shop for accessing the publications, digital badges, best-practice templates, and CPD activities for MSP, ITIL, or PRINCE2.
My AXELOS subscription offers the following benefits:
CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. It is a three-cycle program that supports you in performing activities that are related to your professional development. Here are three stages of the program:
Subscription to My PRINCE2 can lead to the following benefits:
For claiming your digital badge, you need to complete the CPD requirements of 20 points per year, or 60 in 3 years. 5 points can be earned through PRINCE2’s practical application. 15 points are earned through a range of activities including training, self-study, qualifications, and community participation.
Digital Badges are tokens that are awarded to professionals with AXELOS subscription. When you complete the CPD requirements, you get a digital badge to celebrate your learning achievement.
With the PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Certification, you can get the PRINCE2 Practitioner Badge.
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