PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7) Advance your project management career and become a Practitioner
This PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner course is for project managers who want to enhance their knowledge and skills to develop their capabilities to lead and manage projects successfully and be able to apply this in practice. This combined course allows professionals with a structured framework to approach and manage projects in a methodical way and enhance your career prospects.

| Course | Pricing – Up to 30% off |
| PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner 5 Day Virtual Online Classroom with exam | Was £2795.00 Now £2150.00 |
| Optional Extras | Pricing |
| PRINCE2® Project Management Hardback Manual | £100.00 |
| Take² Exam Resit | £190.00 |
| Mock Exam Simulator | £140.00 |
| PeopleCert Plus Membership 1 Year | £100.00 |
| PeopleCert Plus Membership 3 Year | £250.00 |
Learning objectives
PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7)
By studying the PRINCE2 ® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner course you will:
- Understand the key concepts relating to projects and PRINCE2 ®.
- Understand how the PRINCE2 ® principles underpin the PRINCE2 ® method and how to apply in context.
- Understand the importance of people in successful projects and the importance of applying effective people management when delivering projects.
- Understand the PRINCE2 ® practices and how they are applied and tailored throughout the project to specific contexts.
- Understand the PRINCE2 ® processes and how they are carried out and tailored throughout the project to specific contexts.
What is covered?
Principles
The seven guiding principles of PRINCE2 ® for managing projects effectively, include ‘continued business justification’, ‘learn from experience’, ‘define roles, responsibilities and relationships’, manage by stages’, ‘manage by exception’, ‘focus on products’, ‘tailor to suit the project environment’. This knowledge will support you to learn how they shape the framework and support project managers to make effective decisions and manage and deliver projects successfully.
Practices
The seven practices of PRINCE2® include developing a business case, organising effective teams, creating plans, managing risks, addressing issues, creating plans and monitoring progress. These are fundamental throughout the project lifecycle.
Processes
The PRINCE2® methodology covers the seven processes for delivery of projects, from starting up and initiating a project, controlling stages and managing product delivery, managing stage boundaries, closing a project and directing the project. This includes a process model walkthrough to support the learning process.
How to tailor PRINCE2 ® Project Management
The Practitioner course covers how to apply and tailor the principles, practices, and processes in different contexts. This will support you to use the methodology with confidence and support you with the tools to manage projects of different sizes and complexities and ensure a focused and integrated approach.
How to establish effective project controls
The Practitioner course will cover how to establish effective project controls, how to manage risks and how to ensure that projects align with business strategic objectives. This will cover how to establish controls for quality assurance, progress monitoring, adapting plans and which provides you with the confidence to maintain control over projects.
Embedding PRINCE2 ® Project Management practices
The Practitioner course will cover how to embed the PRINCE2 ® Project Management practices within your own organisation, with supporting tools and techniques for long-term project success. This will cover strategies to support you to empower you to build effective stakeholder relationships, build project resilience and have a sustainable and flexible framework to enhance project delivery and performance.
- Access to the accredited PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7) training
- PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7) Exam
- Official PRINCE2® Project Management manual (e-book)
- PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner exam revision tools.
- PRINCE2® Project Management Process Map.
- Full tutor support.
- Additional materials to put PRINCE2® into practice.
- Optional extras include: Official Hardback PRINCE2® Project Management Manual, Take² exam insurance, Mock Exam simulation, PeopleCert Membership.

Delivery method – Virtual Live Online Classroom with exam.
Our 5 Day Virtual Live Online Classroom course offers the flexibility and convenience to study from the comfort of your own home. These sessions are live, interactive, with a range of activities, discussions and real-life examples. An immersive, interactive learning experience with an experienced tutor where you will learn the PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7) criteria prior to taking your exam. The course aligns to the PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7). Exam vouchers are provided to redeem at a time to suit within 12 months of purchase. Exam is taken online using the remote invigilator process.
Benefits
- No travel or accommodation costs.
- Study in the comfort of your own home.
- Study in your own time and be confident for the exam.
- Full tutorial support.
- Take your exam at a pace that suits you.
Key Facts
Certification
PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation (Version 7)
PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner (Version 7)
Who is the PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7) for?
This qualification is aimed at project managers and aspiring project managers. It is also relevant to other key staff involved in the design, development, and delivery of projects, including:
Project Board members (e.g. Senior Responsible Owners), Team Managers (e.g. Product Delivery Managers), Project Assurance (e.g. Business Change Analysts), Project Support (e.g. Project and Programme Office personnel) and operational line managers/staff.
Prerequisites
PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation (Version 7) – There are no formal prerequisites for undertaking this course. All potential candidates will be required to complete a self-assessment prior to undertaking the course.
PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner (Version 7) – You must hold a valid certification in a relevant and specified project management qualification. Refer to the FAQs on this page for the complete list.
Pre-course
Mandatory online pre-course for all live virtual classroom study options.
Optional Extras
Optional extras include: Official Hardback PRINCE2® Project Management Manual, Take² exam insurance, Mock Exam simulation, PeopleCert Membership.
Exam Information
PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation (Version 7) – 60 minutes, multiple choice, closed book, 60% pass mark, online exam via remote proctor.
PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner (Version 7) – 150 minutes, scenario based multiple choice, open book, 60% pass mark, online exam via remote proctor
Exam Format and Information
PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation (Version 7) How is it assessed?
60 minutes, multiple choice, closed book, 60% pass mark, online exam via remote proctor.
Exam overview – PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation (Version 7)
| Material allowed | None | This is a ‘closed book’ exam. The PRINCE2® Managing Successful Project Official Book, should be used for study, but is NOT permitted to be used in the exam. |
| Exam Duration | 60 minutes | Candidates taking the exam in a language that is not their native or working language may be awarded 25% extra time, i.e. 75 minutes in total. |
| Number of marks | 60 marks | There are 60 questions, each worth 1 mark. There is no negative marking. |
| Pass mark | 36 marks | You will need to get 36 questions correct (60%) to pass the exam. |
| Level of thinking | Bloom’s levels 1 & 2 | “Bloom’s level” describes the type of thinking needed to answer the question. For Bloom’s level 1 questions, you need to recall information about the PRINCE2 method. For Bloom’s level 2 questions, you need to show understanding of these concepts. |
| Question types | Standard, Missing word, List & Negative | The questions are all ‘multiple choice’. For the ‘standard’ questions, you have a question and four answer options. ‘Negative’ questions are ‘standard’ question in which the stem is negatively worded. For the ‘missing word’ questions, there is a sentence with a word missing and you must select the missing word from four options. For the ‘list’ questions, there is a list of four statements, and you must select the two correct statements. |
PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner (Version 7) How is it assessed?
150 minutes, scenario based multiple choice, open book, 60% pass mark, online exam via remote proctor
Exam overview – PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner (Version 7)
| Material allowed | PRINCE2 Official Book. | This is an ‘open book’ exam. The PRINCE2 7 Managing Successful Projects Official Book, should be used (and you can make notes inside the book), but no other material is allowed. |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours 30 minutes. | Candidates taking the exam in a language that is not their native or working language may be awarded 25% extra time, i.e. 188 minutes in total. |
| Number of marks | 70 marks. | There are 70 (part) questions, each worth 1 mark. There is no negative marking. |
| Pass mark | 42 marks. | You will need to get 42 (part) questions correct to pass the exam. |
| Level of thinking | Bloom’s level 3 & 4 | “Bloom’s levels” describes the type of thinking needed to answer the question. For Bloom’s level 3 questions, you need to apply your knowledge to a situation. For Bloom’s level 4 questions, you need to analyse the information provided and reason whether a course of action is effective/appropriate. |
| Exam format | Scenario, additional information, and questions | You should read the ‘Project Scenario’ which gives background information about the project and the questions apply to. For at least one question, you will need to use the ‘Additional Information’ which gives information about people who may be working on the project. |
| Question types | Classic and matching | The questions are all ‘multiple choice’. There is a short description of a situation, and then a question. For the ‘classic’ questions (1mark), you have a question and four options (A, B, C, D). For the ‘matching’ questions (3 marks), you have 3 pieces of information, and you have to choose an answer from a list of 5 or 6 options. |
What is assessed?
- PRINCE2® Concepts.
- PRINCE2® Principles.
- PRINCE2® People.
- PRINCE2® Processes.
- PRINCE2® Practices.
- Business Case.
- Organizing.
- Plans.
- Quality.
- Risk.
- Issues.
- Progress.
The PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation (Version 7) examination will consist of five sections with the following structure:
| Learning outcome | Weighting |
| Understand key concepts relating to projects and PRINCE2®. | 3% |
| Understand how the PRINCE2® principles underpin the PRINCE2® method. | 8% |
| Understand the importance of people in successful projects. | 14% |
| Understand the PRINCE2® practices and how they are applied throughout the project. | 60% |
| Understand the PRINCE2® processes and how they are carried out throughout the project. | 15% |
The PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner (Version 7) examination will consist of four sections with the following structure:
| Learning outcome | Weighting |
| Understand how to apply the PRINCE2® principles in context. | 10% |
| Understand how to apply effective people management in successful projects. | 9% |
| Understand how to apply and tailor relevant aspects of PRINCE2® practices in context. | 51% |
| Understand how to apply and tailor relevant aspects of PRINCE2® processes in context. | 30% |
Resources
- Access to the accredited PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7) training
- PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7) Exam
- Official PRINCE2® Project Management manual (e-book)
- PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner exam revision tools.
- PRINCE2® Project Management Process Map.
- Full tutor support.
- Additional materials to put PRINCE2® into practice.
- Optional extras include: Official Hardback PRINCE2® Project Management Manual, Take² exam insurance, Mock Exam simulation, PeopleCert Membership.
Duration
Please be advised that it is recommended that a minimum of 15 hours duration for PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation pre-course learning takes place prior to the Virtual Online Classroom course
Please be advised that it is recommended that a minimum of 20 hours duration for PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner pre-course learning takes place prior to the Virtual Online Classroom course
Please be advised that this is a 5 Day Virtual Live Online Classroom Course. You have 12 months from the date of issue to take your PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7) Exam.
Course Format

Delivery method – Virtual Live Online Classroom with exam.
Our 5 Day Virtual Live Online Classroom course offers the flexibility and convenience to study from the comfort of your own home. These sessions are live, interactive, with a range of activities, discussions and real-life examples. An immersive, interactive learning experience with an experienced tutor where you will learn the PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7) criteria prior to taking your exam. The course aligns to the PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7). Exam vouchers are provided to redeem at a time to suit within 12 months of purchase. Exam is taken online using the remote invigilator process.
FAQ’s
PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7) is a globally recognised and industry leading qualification. Perfect for beginners and a great way to learn and understand the principles, practices, and processes of effective project management. This focuses on the application of the methodology using real-world case-studies and how the framework can be tailored to various project environments.
What is PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation (Version 7)
The purpose of the Foundation qualification is to confirm that a candidate has sufficient knowledge and understanding of the PRINCE2® method to be able to work effectively with, or as a member of, a project management team working within an environment supporting PRINCE2®. The Foundation qualification is also a prerequisite for the Practitioner qualification.
What is PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner (Version 7)
The purpose of the Practitioner qualification is to confirm whether the candidate has achieved sufficient understanding of how to apply and tailor PRINCE2® in a scenario situation. A successful Practitioner candidate should, with suitable direction, be able to start applying the method to a real project but may not be sufficiently skilled to do this appropriately for all situations. Their individual project management expertise, complexity of the project and the support provided for the use of PRINCE2® in their work environment will all be factors which impact what the Practitioner can achieve.
Does PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7) expire?
Yes, you have to renew your certification within three years of the award date to remain current. There are multiple ways to recertify, more information regarding the options can be found on the PeopleCert website.
What certification(s) do I need to hold to be eligible for the PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner (Version 7) exam?
You must hold a valid certificate in any of the following to be eligible:
- PRINCE2 Project Management Foundation or Practitioner (Version 6)
- PRINCE2 Project Management Foundation
- APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ)
- APM Project Professional Qualification (PPQ)
- 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)
- IPMA Level D® (Certified Project Management Associate)
How long does it take to complete PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation (Version 7)?
Please be advised that it is recommended that a minimum of 15 hours duration for PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation pre-course learning takes place prior to the Virtual Online Classroom course
Please be advised that it is recommended that a minimum of 20 hours duration for PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner pre-course learning takes place prior to the Virtual Online Classroom course
Please be advised that this is a 5 Day Virtual Live Online Classroom Course. You have 12 months from the date of issue to take your PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner (Version 7) Exam.
What is the pass mark for PRINCE2 Project Management Foundation (Version 7)?
The exam is multiple choice and closed book. There are 60 questions, each worth one mark. The pass mark is 60%, which means you need to achieve a total of 36 marks or more to pass.
What is the pass mark for PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner (Version 7)?
The exam is multiple choice and open book. There are 70 questions, each worth one mark. The pass mark is 60%, which equates to 42 marks or more.
What our customers say

“I took the Foundation Course. From the very first day I was impressed by Jill’s training style and support materials provided. Every day was kept interesting and the 6 trainees soon jelled as a Team. Jill used varying learning methods to keep us interested, but the best bit was the re-emphasis of what we had learnt by continuous assessment (aka the 10 Questions!). We were soon in competition to see who could impress her most. It’s not an easy course and does requires you to put plenty of time and effort into it away from the classroom. I have no reservation in recommending Jill and can guarantee you will come away from the course with a good understanding of the concepts and memories of a fantastic learning experience delivered extremely well.” Ruth
“I studied the PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner online course and Jill was a great support throughout the course. She provided plenty of study material to thoroughly prepare me for the exams and was always there for me whenever needed despite her very busy work schedule. I felt confident to take exams and followed her advice ‘practise, practise, practise!’ especially for the Practitioner part and I would highly recommend her for any candidate thinking of pursuing their career into project management.” Lenka

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