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PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Training
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Pass your PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner certifications with confidence through the CareerSprints PRINCE2 Blended Programme—a proven training approach combining e-learning, personalized coaching, and virtual classroom instruction. With a 95%+ pass rate, our comprehensive programme ensures you master the PRINCE2 7th edition methodology and apply it effectively from day one.
PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Training
E-LEARNING
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Videos on both PRINCE2® 7 Foundation and Practitioner Materials
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2 Complete PRINCE2 Practice Papers
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Slides and Notes for PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner Exams
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Exam Voucher Validity (1-year)
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6 months of course access
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Access the course on Mobile Phones and Tablets
BLENDED PROGRAMME
E-learning + Virtual Classroom
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Videos on both PRINCE2 7 Foundation and Practitioner Materials
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2 Complete PRINCE2 Practice Papers
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Slides and Notes for PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner Exam
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Personalized coaching and support from a coach/instructor
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8 hours of PRINCE2 Practitioner virtual classroom training
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Exam Voucher Validity (1 year)
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12 months of course access
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Access the course on Mobile & Tablets
VIRTUAL CLASSROOM
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40 hours of PRINCE2 Virtual Training
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Class Recordings available
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2 Complete PRINCE2 Practice Papers
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Slides and Notes for PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Exam
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Personalized coaching and support from a coach/instructor
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Exam Voucher Validity (1-year)
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6 months of course access
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Access the course on Mobile & Tablets
PRINCE2 COURSE OVERVIEW [Why Take This Course?]
The PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner training course by CareerSprints.com provides comprehensive instruction in the PRINCE2 7th edition project management methodology. This combined certification equips professionals with both foundational knowledge and practical application skills required to manage projects using the PRINCE2 framework.
CareerSprints has trained over 500 professionals to achieve PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner certifications with a 95% pass rate that is higher than the UK national average of 73% for the Practitioner exam.
Our Training is delivered by Rohit Gupta, a seasoned and certified PRINCE2 practitioner with [15+] years of project management training, consulting and implementation experience across a wide range of industries, such as banking, IT, manufacturing, and telecommunications, amongst others.
Called the ‘CareerSprints PRINCE2 Blended Programme,’ this is a robust and proven programme that offers both Foundation and Practitioner that includes a comprehensive e-learning course with personalized coaching and virtual classroom training.
The Foundation course will include learning and understanding the 7 PRINCE2® principles, themes, and processes. The Practitioner course will include working with case studies to understand how PRINCE2 can be applied to a project context and understanding the exam strategy to pass the certification exam.
PRINCE2 SYLLABUS [What You'll Learn?]
In this PRINCE2 7th edition Foundation and Practitioner training course, we will cover the PRINCE2 project management methodology as explained in the Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2 book [Official PRINCE2 7 Manual]. All Foundation concepts, Practitioner exam preparation strategy and tips, and tailoring of PRINCE2 will be covered in the training.
PRINCE2 Foundation Learning Outcomes
By the end of the PRINCE2 Foundation training course, you would have:
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Learnt and understood PRINCE2 7 core terminologies
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Acquired an in-depth understanding of the 7 PRINCE2 principles, practices, and processes.
Below is the list of PRINCE2 Principles, Practices, and Processes:
The seven PRINCE2 principles:
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Continued business justification
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Learn from experience
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Defined roles and responsibilities
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Manage by stages
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Manage by exception
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Focus on products
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Tailor to suit the project environment
The seven PRINCE2 practices [previously called themes]:
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Business case
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Organization
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Plans
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Quality
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Risk
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Issues
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Progress
The seven PRINCE2 processes:
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Starting up a project
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Directing a project
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Initiating a project
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Controlling a stage
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Managing product delivery
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Managing a stage boundary
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Closing a project
PRINCE2 Practitioner Learning Outcomes
PRINCE2 Practitioner is the second level in the PRINCE2 certification path, following the Foundation course. The course builds upon what you learned in Foundation and prepares you to apply PRINCE2 in real project settings.
In this PRINCE2 Practitioner course, you will:
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Develop the ability to apply and tailor the PRINCE2 method to specific project scenarios.
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Learn how to apply PRINCE2 principles, practices, and processes — both to answer Practitioner exam questions and to manage real-world projects effectively.
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Understand how to use the official PRINCE2® 7 manual and apply exam strategies for the Practitioner certification.
PRINCE2 COURSE AUDIENCE [Who Should Take this Training?]
The PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner course is designed for professionals at various stages of their project management career, from those new to project management to experienced practitioners seeking formal certification.
Primary Audience
Aspiring Project Managers: Professionals looking to transition into project management roles with no prior certification required.
Current Project Managers: Project managers seeking formal certification to validate their existing project management experience.
Project Team Members: Business analysts, technical leads, product owners, and scrum masters looking to develop project management skills.
PMO Professionals: Project Management Office staff supporting multiple projects and portfolio management using the PRINCE2 method.
Career Changers: Professionals from other fields seeking project management careers with no prerequisites required.
Corporate Teams: Organizations implementing PRINCE2 as their standard methodology to ensure consistent project delivery.
PRINCE2 Industry Relevance
PRINCE2 is particularly valued in:
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Government and public sector (mandated in UK government, preferred in Canadian federal and provincial agencies)
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IT and technology (system implementations, digital transformations)
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Construction and engineering (complex contract management, infrastructure projects)
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Telecommunications (network expansion, technology upgrades)
However, the PRINCE2 framework is generic and can be applied to any project size, context, or industry, making it relevant across diverse professional backgrounds and sectors.
PRINCE2 PREREQUISITES [Who is Eligible For The Certification?]
PRINCE2 Foundation Prerequisites
The PRINCE2 Foundation certification has no formal prerequisites. No prior project management experience, specific educational qualifications, or previous certifications are required to enroll in the Foundation course.
While not mandatory, candidates will benefit from:
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Some exposure to projects in a professional or academic setting
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Basic understanding of business and organizational structures
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Familiarity with professional work environments
The Foundation level is designed as an entry point into PRINCE2 project management and is accessible to professionals at any career stage. The Foundation exam can be taken immediately after completing the training.
PRINCE2 Practitioner Prerequisites
The Practitioner level requires candidates to hold one of the following certifications before taking the Practitioner exam:
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PRINCE2 7 Foundation Certification
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Project Management Professional (PMP)®
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Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®
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PRINCE2 5th or 6th Edition (Foundation or Practitioner)
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IPMA Level A, B, C, or D certifications
Candidates must verify their prerequisite certification with PeopleCert. The combined PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner course ensures seamless progression from Foundation to Practitioner without additional prerequisite verification.
PRINCE2 EXAM FORMAT AND PASSING CRITERIA
PRINCE2 Foundation Exam
Below are key details about the format and structure of the Foundation-level exam:
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Format: 60 multiple-choice questions
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Duration: 60 minutes
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Pass Mark: 60% (36 correct answers out of 60)
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Book Access: Closed book — no reference materials allowed
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Content Coverage: Assesses understanding of PRINCE2 principles, themes, processes, and core terminology
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Availability: Can be taken immediately after completing the Foundation training
PRINCE2 Practitioner Exam
Below are key details about the format and structure of the Foundation-level exam.
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Format: 60 multiple-choice questions
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Duration: 60 minutes
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Pass Mark: 60% (36 correct answers out of 60)
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Book Access: Closed book — no reference materials allowed
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Content Coverage: Assesses understanding of PRINCE2 principles, themes, processes, and core terminology
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Availability: Can be taken immediately after completing the Foundation training
PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner FAQs
1. What is PRINCE2 Certification?
PRINCE2 Certification is a globally recognized professional credential that validates expertise in the PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments) project management methodology. It is recognized in over 200 countries, with an estimated 2 million PRINCE2 certified professionals worldwide.
PRINCE2 has 2 levels of certification: PRINCE2 Foundation and PRINCE2 Practitioner. The Foundation certification has no prerequisites, whereas for the Practitioner, you need to pass the Foundation certification exam first. [See PRINCE2 exam format].
The PRINCE2 certification is accredited by PeopleCert and is delivered through PeopleCert-approved training organizations.
2. What is PRINCE2 Training?
A typical PRINCE2 Training includes teaching PRINCE2 project management methodology over 5 days with 3 days covering the PRINCE2 Foundation syllabus and 2 days decidated for PRINCE2 Practitioner exam practice.
The CareerSprints PRINCE2 online foundation training covers a deep understanding of the PRINCE2 principles, themes and processes. Our PRINCE2 Practitioner course teaches how to apply and tailor the PRINCE2 method to specific project contexts.
Our popular PRINCE2 Blended Programme is a value-for-money option that includes a comprehensive e-learning course, personalized coaching, and virtual classroom training with PRINCE2 exam costs included.
Currently, all PRINCE2 training is based on the 7th Edition, which launched in September 2023.
3. Is PRINCE2 Certification Worth It?
Yes, PRINCE2 certification is worth pursuing in 2025 for professionals seeking advancement in project management careers, particularly in structured project environments or regulated industries.
Salary Impact: PRINCE2-certified project managers earn 20-25% higher salaries than non-certified professionals. The median salary for PRINCE2 Practitioner-certified professionals in the UK is £61,500.
Job Market Demand: Over 1,000 active PRINCE2 job postings exist in the UK across Project Manager, Programme Manager, PMO Analyst, and Project Coordinator roles.
Industries with strong demand: Government & public sector (mandated standard), IT & technology, construction & engineering, and telecommunications.
Project Success Rates: A December 2024 survey showed 75% of PRINCE2-managed projects were successful, with 86% delivered on time.
4. What Jobs Require PRINCE2?
PRINCE2 certification is required or strongly preferred for project management roles across diverse industries, with particularly strong demand in the UK and Europe.
PRINCE2 Foundation qualifies professionals for:
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Project Coordinator
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Project Support Officer
PRINCE2 Practitioner qualifies professionals for:
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Project Manager
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IT Project Manager
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Programme Manager
Industries actively hiring PRINCE2 professionals:
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Government & Public Sector: Mandated across UK government departments, Ministry of Defence (MoD), NHS, and local authorities
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IT & Digital Transformation: Software Project Managers, Systems Implementation Leads at Oracle, TCS, Infosys, Cognizant
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Construction & Engineering
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Telecommunications
5. How to Get PRINCE2 Certification?
PRINCE2 certification can be acquired through in-person classroom or virtual training, blended learning [e-learning + classroom], and purely online options. Let's look at the 3 options below:
Option 1: Virtual Classroom Training
PRINCE2 certification can be acquired through in-person classroom or virtual training, blended learning [e-learning + classroom], and purely online options. Let's look at the 3 options below:
Training Duration:
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Foundation: 3 days (24 hours)
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Practitioner: 2 days (16 hours)
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Combined Foundation + Practitioner: 3-5 days
Typical Inclusions:
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Official PRINCE2 7th Edition courseware
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Practice exams and mock tests
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PRINCE2 7 manual (digital or print)
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Exam voucher
Cost Range [More expensive than Blended and Online Learning options]:
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Foundation: £500-£800
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Practitioner: £600-£900
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Combined: £1,200-£1,500 (USD: $1,500-$1,900)
Option 2: PRINCE2 Blended Programme
Training Format: Mix of e-learning for Foundation and classroom learning for Practitioner. Duration is longer than virtual classroom options. Personalized coaching and question-answering support is included through Zoom, WhatsApp, or phone calls.
Typical Inclusions:
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Official PRINCE2 7th Edition courseware
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Practice exams and mock tests
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PRINCE2 7 manual (digital or print)
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Exam vouchers
Cost Range: More cost-effective than classroom or virtual training.
Option 3: Self-Study
Candidates can study independently using the official PRINCE2 manual and register directly with PeopleCert for exams. Trying to learn PRINCE2 using the Official manual alone can be quite cumbersome and training significantly improves pass rates.
A self-study option is only slightly less expensive than the PRINCE2 Blended Programme, while the blended format offers significantly greater value and support.
6. Should I Get PRINCE2 or PMP?
The choice between PRINCE2 and PMP certification depends on geographic location, career goals, industry sector, and eligibility requirements.
PRINCE2 Vs. PMP Eligibility Requirements:
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PRINCE2: No work experience required; Foundation has no prerequisites
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PMP: Requires 36-60 months of project management work experience and a formal application process through PMI
Geographic Recognition:
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PRINCE2: De facto standard in UK and Western Europe, mandated for UK government projects
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PMP: Global gold standard with 1.6 million holders, dominant in US, Canada, and Asia-Pacific
Methodology Approach:
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PRINCE2: Prescriptive, process-driven framework—tells you exactly what to do, when, and who does it
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PMP: Descriptive, knowledge-based framework—principles and best practices applied based on context
Market Demand:
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PMP: 1.6 million certified globally, 14-17% annual growth
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PRINCE2: 2+ million cumulative exams, 600,000-800,000 active holders
Recommendation: Consider both certifications—PRINCE2 first (faster, no work experience requirement, higher pass rate), then PMP (global recognition, higher salary). This combination provides maximum career flexibility across geographic regions and industries.