PRINCE2® Project Management – Foundation

PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation is the introduction level of PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner and serves as the essential starting point for professionals aiming to master structured project delivery. As the gateway to the Practitioner level, Foundation introduces the core principles, practices, and processes that underpin PRINCE2®, equipping learners with a solid understanding of how projects are initiated, managed, and closed within a controlled environment. Designed for individuals and organisations seeking strategic clarity and governance in project execution, the Foundation level builds awareness of key roles, decision-making structures, and performance targets—laying the groundwork for scalable, outcome-focused project management across sectors and delivery methods.

PRINCE2 Project Management Overview:

PRINCE2® (Projects IN Controlled Environments) is a globally recognised and adaptable project management methodology designed to deliver successful outcomes across diverse industries and organisational contexts. Rooted in seven core principles and supported by a robust framework of practices and processes, PRINCE2® Project Management empowers organisations to manage projects with clarity, control, and strategic alignment. It reflects the evolving demands of modern project environments, integrating sustainability, digital transformation, and people-centric leadership. By structuring projects into manageable stages and emphasising continuous business justification, PRINCE2® Project Management ensures that every initiative remains viable, accountable, and aligned with organisational goals. Whether applied to linear, agile, or hybrid delivery models, PRINCE2® Project Management provides a scalable governance structure that supports strategic decision-making and enhances organisational maturity, making it an essential tool for leaders driving purposeful change.

Advance your career in project management with the PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation course, crafted by the creators of PRINCE2: Course, Online proctored exam voucher, Official eBook and Online Training Material, all in one bundle!

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Audience Profile

PRINCE2® Project Management is for you if you are:

  • A Project Manager (certified or uncertified), using a specific project management method
  • Programme Manager
  • Portfolio Manager
  • Head of PMO
  • Change Manager
  • Head of Operations
  • PMO Support
  • PMO Analyst

Or, a professional who needs project management skills in your everyday work life:

  • HR/Payroll Manager
  • Engineer
  • Architect
  • Service Designer
  • Software Developer
  • Marketing Executive
  • Finance Administrator
  • Product Manager

Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for the Foundation course.

Course Benefits

The primary goal is to help you achieve success in the PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation qualification. To pass the exam, you’ll need to:

  1. Understand the definitions, characteristics, and principles of PRINCE2 Project Management
  2. Identify the roles, responsibilities, and structure within a project ecosystem
  3. Recognise key aspects of project management, including performance, quality, risk, and progress
  4. Understand the purpose and components of PRINCE2 Project Management processes, from initiation to closure
  5. Explain how PRINCE2 Project Management principles apply to different project contexts
  6. Understand the steps for business justification, planning, and managing project stages
  7. Describe key concepts related to leadership, communication, and team collaboration
  8. Understand how PRINCE2 Project Management integrates people, processes, and management practices.

Benefits for you as a Professional:

  • Improve communication and enable collaboration
  • Increase efficiency and avoid scope creep
  • Drive project precision
  • Identify and mitigate risk
  • Adopt clear governance with guidance from start to finish
  • Globally established and recognised
  • Improved job opportunities and salary prospects
  • In-demand PM skills
  • Low barrier to entry
  • Flexible enough to apply across sectors

Benefits for your Organisation:

  • Enhances project success
  • Helps deliver quality and compliance
  • Reduces complexity
  • Optimises risk assessment and mitigation
  • Provides a “how to” method of repeatable, scalable, flexible, and tailorable steps
  • Saves time and money
  • Delivers a common language across the organisation, improving communication
  • Supports cross-organisational collaboration
  • Facilitates defined roles and responsibilities
  • Improves efficiency

Course Outline

Module 1 | Overview of PRINCE2® Project Management

Module 2 | People

Module 3 | Organizing

Module 4 | Starting up a project and initiating a project

Module 5 | Business case

Module 6 | Plans

Module 7 | Quality

Module 8 | Risk

Module 9 | Controlling a stage and managing product delivery

Module 10 | Managing a stage boundary

Module 11 | Issues

Module 12 | Progress

Module 13 | Closing a project

Module 14 | Directing a project

Module 15 | Course Review

Additional Information

The PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation Package includes:

The PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation (Version 7) Examination is:

  • 60 Minutes Duration
  • 60 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 60% Minimum required score to pass
  • Closed book
  • No Prerequisites

Students are strongly encouraged to attend the PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner course immediately after the PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation course. This is because the Practitioner exam requires strong current knowledge of the PRINCE2® Project Management eBook. This knowledge is gained in the Foundation course and therefore is still fresh for assisting with passing the Practitioner exam.

If a combination of PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner courses are booked at once, then the combined price is $3,550 +GST per person. This applies even if the course dates are separated by up to 6 months. NOTE: The PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner exam cannot be taken unless a pass has been achieved in the Foundation course first.

Book your preferred PRINCE2® Project Management course now!

Check out the training dates for Foundation or click here for the PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner combo and then secure your place in the course of your choice by booking your seat online. Alternatively, call us on 09 974 2977 or email us, and we'll happily answer any questions you have, including booking in-house and virtual training.

Audience Profile

PRINCE2® Project Management is for you if you are:

  • A Project Manager (certified or uncertified), using a specific project management method
  • Programme Manager
  • Portfolio Manager
  • Head of PMO
  • Change Manager
  • Head of Operations
  • PMO Support
  • PMO Analyst

Or, a professional who needs project management skills in your everyday work life:

  • HR/Payroll Manager
  • Engineer
  • Architect
  • Service Designer
  • Software Developer
  • Marketing Executive
  • Finance Administrator
  • Product Manager

Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for the Foundation course.

Course Benefits

The primary goal is to help you achieve success in the PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation qualification. To pass the exam, you’ll need to:

  1. Understand the definitions, characteristics, and principles of PRINCE2 Project Management
  2. Identify the roles, responsibilities, and structure within a project ecosystem
  3. Recognise key aspects of project management, including performance, quality, risk, and progress
  4. Understand the purpose and components of PRINCE2 Project Management processes, from initiation to closure
  5. Explain how PRINCE2 Project Management principles apply to different project contexts
  6. Understand the steps for business justification, planning, and managing project stages
  7. Describe key concepts related to leadership, communication, and team collaboration
  8. Understand how PRINCE2 Project Management integrates people, processes, and management practices.

Benefits for you as a Professional:

  • Improve communication and enable collaboration
  • Increase efficiency and avoid scope creep
  • Drive project precision
  • Identify and mitigate risk
  • Adopt clear governance with guidance from start to finish
  • Globally established and recognised
  • Improved job opportunities and salary prospects
  • In-demand PM skills
  • Low barrier to entry
  • Flexible enough to apply across sectors

Benefits for your Organisation:

  • Enhances project success
  • Helps deliver quality and compliance
  • Reduces complexity
  • Optimises risk assessment and mitigation
  • Provides a “how to” method of repeatable, scalable, flexible, and tailorable steps
  • Saves time and money
  • Delivers a common language across the organisation, improving communication
  • Supports cross-organisational collaboration
  • Facilitates defined roles and responsibilities
  • Improves efficiency

Course Outline

Module 1 | Overview of PRINCE2® Project Management

Module 2 | People

Module 3 | Organizing

Module 4 | Starting up a project and initiating a project

Module 5 | Business case

Module 6 | Plans

Module 7 | Quality

Module 8 | Risk

Module 9 | Controlling a stage and managing product delivery

Module 10 | Managing a stage boundary

Module 11 | Issues

Module 12 | Progress

Module 13 | Closing a project

Module 14 | Directing a project

Module 15 | Course Review

Additional Information

The PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation Package includes:

The PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation (Version 7) Examination is:

  • 60 Minutes Duration
  • 60 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 60% Minimum required score to pass
  • Closed book
  • No Prerequisites

Students are strongly encouraged to attend the PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner course immediately after the PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation course. This is because the Practitioner exam requires strong current knowledge of the PRINCE2® Project Management eBook. This knowledge is gained in the Foundation course and therefore is still fresh for assisting with passing the Practitioner exam.

If a combination of PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner courses are booked at once, then the combined price is $3,550 +GST per person. This applies even if the course dates are separated by up to 6 months. NOTE: The PRINCE2® Project Management Practitioner exam cannot be taken unless a pass has been achieved in the Foundation course first.

Book your preferred PRINCE2® Project Management course now!

Check out the training dates for Foundation or click here for the PRINCE2® Project Management Foundation and Practitioner combo and then secure your place in the course of your choice by booking your seat online. Alternatively, call us on 09 974 2977 or email us, and we'll happily answer any questions you have, including booking in-house and virtual training.

About the course

PRINCE2® Project Management is a globally recognised methodology that provides a structured, scalable, and flexible approach to managing projects. It is built around seven core principles and a clear governance framework, making it ideal for organisations seeking strategic alignment, accountability, and consistent delivery. The PRINCE2® Project Management certification pathway equips professionals with the tools to manage projects effectively across industries and delivery methods, including linear, agile, and hybrid environments.

Foundation - 3 days - This course introduces the key principles, practices, and processes of PRINCE2® Project Management. Through a mix of theory, discussion, and practical exercises, participants gain a solid understanding of how to contribute to projects within a structured governance framework. The Foundation level is ideal for those new to project management or PRINCE2® Project Managament, and looking to increase their project success rate.

Practitioner – 2 days - This advanced course builds on the Foundation level and focuses on applying PRINCE2® Project Management in real-world scenarios. Participants learn how to tailor the method to different project contexts, delivery approaches, and organisational needs. The Practitioner level is designed for professionals looking to lead or manage projects with confidence and strategic clarity.

The fees for both the Foundation and Practitioner courses include all relevant materials, exams, refreshments and our FREE exam resit guarantee.

For more information, call us on 09 974 2977 or email us, and we'll happily answer any questions you have, including booking in-house or virtual training.