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PRINCE2® Practitioner

The advanced certification for the leading project management methodology

16 teaching hours (over 4 afternoons, 2 afternoons and one Saturday, or 2 working days)
Online Live
Advanced (Foundation required)

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Seminar Overview

The PRINCE2® Practitioner seminar is intended for those who have already passed the PRINCE2 Foundation level and wish to obtain a more advanced, globally recognized certification.

It is emphasized that the prerequisite for attending the Practitioner seminar is knowledge of the PRINCE2 Foundation syllabus (and access to the manual), not necessarily having obtained the PRINCE2 Practitioner certification.

The main difference of the Practitioner level is not in the syllabus (there is only a small amount of new content compared to Foundation), but in the examination approach: all questions are based on a specific project scenario and focus not only on knowledge and understanding, but also on analysis and application of the methodology.

The seminar and training material are fully aligned with the latest version of the PRINCE2 Practitioner syllabus.

Official PeopleCert training material is used, which (as in the Foundation level) includes a glossary, 2 sample papers, a quick learner guide, etc.

The exam is included in the seminar fee and can be taken online immediately after completion.

There is an option for 'take2': for a small additional fee, you can retake the exam in case of failure without paying the full exam cost again. The 'take2' option acts as a form of 'insurance' in case of failure.

PRINCE2 Practitioner Exam Information

70
Questions
Classic & matching, scenario-based
150'
Duration
2.5 hours
3 yrs.
Validity
Renewal via PeopleCert+
60%
Pass mark
42/70 questions
Question types Classic & matching — open book (Official Book)
Approach Open book — assesses application and analysis
Exam delivery Online proctored (PeopleCert) — included in the price
Language English only
Breaks No scheduled breaks

Exam Content — PRINCE2 Project Management Practitioner Syllabus v7.2

The PRINCE2 Practitioner exam covers 4 Learning Outcomes: principles, people, practices and processes in context.

According to the official syllabus v7.2, the Practitioner exam is open-book and tests application/analysis (Bloom's levels 3–4) through scenario-based questions.

Learning Outcome 1: Apply the PRINCE2 principles in context — 10%

Analysis of the application of the 7 principles in a real project context.

  • 1.1 Analyse the application of the principles in context: ensure continued business justification, learn from experience, define roles/responsibilities/relationships, manage by stages, manage by exception, focus on products, tailor to suit the project.

Learning Outcome 2: Apply effective people management in successful projects — 9%

Leadership, change, communications and people products in context.

  • 2.1 Assess whether an approach to leadership and management of teams is appropriate.
  • 2.2 Assess whether an approach to leadership and management of change within a project, and of people affected by the project, is appropriate.
  • 2.3 Apply the approach to communications and to the people central to the method.
  • 2.4 Apply the key management products for the people element: communication management approach and change management approach.

Learning Outcome 3: Apply and tailor relevant aspects of PRINCE2 practices in context — 51%

Application and tailoring of the 7 practices with products, roles and techniques.

  • 3.1 Business case: applying the practice, key products (business case, project brief, benefits management approach, sustainability management approach), key roles and analysis of fit-for-purpose approach.
  • 3.2 Organization: applying the practice, PID project management team structure, role descriptions, commercial management approach, key roles and analysis/tailoring.
  • 3.3 Plans: applying project/stage/team/exception plans, project product description, work package description, key roles and analysis/tailoring.
  • 3.4 Quality: applying product description, product register, quality management approach, quality register, key roles and analysis/tailoring.
  • 3.5 Risk: applying risk management approach, risk register, key roles and analysis/tailoring.
  • 3.6 Issues: applying issue management approach, issue register, issue report, key roles and analysis/tailoring.
  • 3.7 Progress: applying daily log, lessons log/report, end stage/end project/checkpoint/highlight/exception reports, digital and data management approach, key roles and analysis/tailoring.

Learning Outcome 4: Apply (and tailor) relevant aspects of PRINCE2 processes in context — 30%

Execution and analysis of the 7 processes within a project scenario.

  • 4.1 Starting up a project: carry out the process (activities, inputs/outputs, roles/responsibilities, practices applied) and analyse whether it is fit for purpose.
  • 4.2 Directing a project: carry out the process and analyse roles, responsibilities and tailoring in context.
  • 4.3 Initiating a project: carry out the process and analyse its effectiveness/appropriateness.
  • 4.4 Controlling a stage: carry out the process and analyse fit for purpose.
  • 4.5 Managing product delivery: carry out the process and analyse fit for purpose.
  • 4.6 Managing a stage boundary: carry out the process and analyse fit for purpose.
  • 4.7 Closing a project: carry out the process and analyse fit for purpose.

What the Seminar Includes

Comprehensive training in the application of the PRINCE2 methodology

Exam Included

Online Practitioner exam from PeopleCert

Application Scenarios

Practical methodology application scenarios

Official Materials

Official PeopleCert e-book and study materials

Exam Exercises

Preparation with scenario-based Practitioner-style questions

Free PMWaves

12-month access to the platform

International Certification

Recognised worldwide

Prerequisites

PRINCE2 Foundation (or equivalent certification)
Project management experience (recommended)
Good command of English
Access to a stable internet connection and a webcam for the online proctored exam

Note: PRINCE2 Practitioner requires an active Foundation certification. The exam code is sent by PeopleCert upon completion of the seminar.

What You Will Learn

Applying PRINCE2 in real projects

Tailoring the methodology
Application in different environments
Developing Management Products
Exception management
Integration with Agile approaches
Applying PRINCE2 principles in real project scenarios
Analysing and evaluating project management decisions

Certification Process

1

Foundation

You must have completed the Foundation seminar

2

Training

16 teaching hours of training

3

Exam

68 scenario-based questions

The Instructor

YV

Yiannis Vithynos

Founder & Lead Instructor, Critical Path

PMP® PRINCE2® Practitioner PMI-ACP® PM²

Yiannis Vithynos is the founder of Critical Path and the lead instructor for all seminars, with nearly 30 years of experience in project management and professional training.

He has trained thousands of professionals in public and in-house seminars, and has worked as a consultant for many large organisations. He is also the creator of PMWaves.

30+
years of experience
5000+
professionals trained
4
certifications
A gift for all participants

Free Access to PMWaves

Every seminar participant receives free access to PMWaves, the comprehensive project management platform.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Foundation and Practitioner?

Foundation gives a basic understanding of the methodology, while Practitioner focuses on applying it within a specific project scenario.

How long is the certification valid?

The PRINCE2 Practitioner certification requires renewal every three years. Renewal does not necessarily require re-sitting the exam, but rather the collection of points demonstrating continued engagement with the subject. Further information can be found here: Keep your certification current

Can I sit the exam in Greek?

The exam is available in English only, and all study materials are in English, but the seminar is delivered in Greek.

How often is the seminar offered?

The PRINCE2 Practitioner seminar is offered several times throughout the year. Check our schedule for the next available dates.

What is included in the seminar cost?

The cost includes 16 teaching hours of training, the official PeopleCert e-book, Practitioner-style exercises, the online Practitioner exam and 12-month free access to PMWaves.

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