Our Courses
We offer PRINCE2® (PRojects IN Controlled Environments version 2) and MSP® (Managing Successful Programmes) qualification courses. These techniques were developed by the UK's Office of Government Commerce over multiple years. These methods embody expert understanding of how to successfully run and deliver projects and programmes. PRINCE2 and MSP are becoming the defacto standards in NZ and Australia.
Foundation Course: Gives you a complete overview of the method and passing the exam will give you the Foundation qualification.
Practitioner course: Teaches you a more indepth application of the method and upon passing the exam you can call yourself a PRINCE2 or MSP Registered Practitioner.
Our courseware is developed by Inspiring Projects a division of Aspire Australasia Pty Ltd a PRINCE2 and MSP Accredited Training Organisation (ATO). This accreditation has been given by APMG, who along with accrediting ATOs, provides and moderates exams and accredits our trainers. With this level of accreditation and monitoring you can be confident of a quality course and an internationally recognised qualification. PRINCE2® and MSP® is a Registered Trade Mark of AXELOS Limited
Foundation Course: Gives you a complete overview of the method and passing the exam will give you the Foundation qualification.
Practitioner course: Teaches you a more indepth application of the method and upon passing the exam you can call yourself a PRINCE2 or MSP Registered Practitioner.
Our courseware is developed by Inspiring Projects a division of Aspire Australasia Pty Ltd a PRINCE2 and MSP Accredited Training Organisation (ATO). This accreditation has been given by APMG, who along with accrediting ATOs, provides and moderates exams and accredits our trainers. With this level of accreditation and monitoring you can be confident of a quality course and an internationally recognised qualification. PRINCE2® and MSP® is a Registered Trade Mark of AXELOS Limited
PRINCE2
PRINCE2 is an internationally recognised and accepted project management method that will benefit all types and sizes of projects across all industries. Designed to effectively manage and control projects, it consists of Principles, Themes and Processes which link together in a fully integrated approach. Find out more information by looking below.
PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner
Over the past 2 decades PRINCE2® (PRojects IN Controlled Environments version 2) has been developed by the UK Government and internationally as the best practice project management method. PRINCE2 provides you with a complete set end to end process and the latest version recognises scaling for the needs of your project or organisation.
Training is based upon "Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2 - 2009" manual. This is an easy to read guide which will become your future project management reference.
PRINCE2 is based on Principles (project management truths), Themes (the things you focus on) and Processes (project steps - see the diagram above). We take you through these to give you a complete picture of the project management process. PRINCE2 is becoming the de-facto standard in New Zealand and Australia.
Training is based upon "Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2 - 2009" manual. This is an easy to read guide which will become your future project management reference.
PRINCE2 is based on Principles (project management truths), Themes (the things you focus on) and Processes (project steps - see the diagram above). We take you through these to give you a complete picture of the project management process. PRINCE2 is becoming the de-facto standard in New Zealand and Australia.
Foundation and/or Practitioner
The course runs to at 2 levels with corresponding qualifications. The 3 day Foundation course gives you a complete overview of the method and passing the exam will give you the PRINCE Foundation certification.
The 2 day Practitioner course teaches you the more indepth application of the method and upon passing the exam you can call yourself a "PRINCE2 or Registered Practitioner".
For those that are working within project structures or want an
The 2 day Practitioner course teaches you the more indepth application of the method and upon passing the exam you can call yourself a "PRINCE2 or Registered Practitioner".
For those that are working within project structures or want an
Course timing
The Foundation course is 3 days long with Practitioner being another 2 days. APMG, who is the certification body, requires that Foundation certification is achieved before the Practitioner exam can be sat. You can choose to do Foundation now and Practitioner later or both at the same time. The decision depends upon your needs, budget and time availability. We are more than happy to discuss the options with you.
Course Structure and Content
Foundation Structure
Once you register for the course you are sent the “Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2” manual and pre-course exercises. At least 10 hours work prior to the course is highly recommended.
The Foundation component gives you the full PRINCE2 curriculum and is delivered through presentations, discussions, exercises and exam practice. The course is intensive, running from 8:30 to 5:00 with a recommended additional 2 hours of exam practice each evening.
At the end of the 3rd day participants sit a 1 hour Foundation exam, following which you are given your preliminary result. The exam is closed book and with 75 questions. You must correctly answer 50% to pass. Project Results has around a 99% pass rate (international average is 96%).
The course consists of presentations, discussions, small group exercises and exam style questions. We also have crosswords for those that like these along with an extensive range of templates and exemplars. We provide you with copies of all the course material and quick reference guides. The exercises are scenario based which not only prepares you for the the exam but also real world application of PRINCE2.
The Foundation component gives you the full PRINCE2 curriculum and is delivered through presentations, discussions, exercises and exam practice. The course is intensive, running from 8:30 to 5:00 with a recommended additional 2 hours of exam practice each evening.
At the end of the 3rd day participants sit a 1 hour Foundation exam, following which you are given your preliminary result. The exam is closed book and with 75 questions. You must correctly answer 50% to pass. Project Results has around a 99% pass rate (international average is 96%).
The course consists of presentations, discussions, small group exercises and exam style questions. We also have crosswords for those that like these along with an extensive range of templates and exemplars. We provide you with copies of all the course material and quick reference guides. The exercises are scenario based which not only prepares you for the the exam but also real world application of PRINCE2.
Aims of the Foundation Course
The PRINCE2® Foundation course is intensive but over the 3 days of the course you will be given a complete understanding of the method. At the end you will sit the Foundation exam, demonstrating your understanding.
The Foundation training will:
The Foundation training will:
- Introduce the principles, themes and processes of PRINCE2.
- Give an understanding of the application of the principles of PRINCE2 through the themes and processes.
- Discuss the role and application of project governance.
- Describe the controls provided by PRINCE2 that promote organisation oversight and increase project success rates.
- Provide detailed explanations of each of the roles defined by PRINCE2 and their responsibilities across the project lifecycle.
- Ensure participants understand how to tailor PRINCE2 to suit the needs of different projects.
- Explain how PRINCE2 can be effectively applied to address the needs and problems of a specific project scenario.
- Provide practical exercises in applying PRINCE2 to this scenario.
- Thoroughly prepare participants for PRINCE2 Foundation Certification
Who should attend Foundation
- Project Managers in need of a method to help manage projects of different types and sizes
- Project and programme support staff wanting to learn how to effectively apply PRINCE2 to projects
- Managers wanting to understand their governance role within the PRINCE2 environment and its organisational implications
- Team Managers wanting to work in a PRINCE2 environment.
Foundation Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for the course. We do recommend that participants complete 10 - 12 hours of pre-course work.
Our pre-course pack will be sent to all participants on payment of the course fee.
It is an intensive course and along with pre-course work there is individual work to complete in the evenings.
Our pre-course pack will be sent to all participants on payment of the course fee.
It is an intensive course and along with pre-course work there is individual work to complete in the evenings.
Course Composition
The training is a scenario based training course focusing on the application of PRINCE2 under different project environments and scenarios.
Review and revision sessions of all PRINCE2 elements are included throughout the training.
Review and revision sessions of all PRINCE2 elements are included throughout the training.
Foundation Exam
The PRINCE2 Foundation Exam is a 1 hour closed book classical multiple choice exam. The participant must answer 75 questions and score 50% or more of the available marks to pass the exam.
Practitioner Structure
The Practitioner component develops and tests for a fuller understanding of the application of PRINCE2 It is the qualification which organisations are seeking in professional project managers. The course is 2 days long with the last half day consisting of the examination. The course consists entirely of application exercises, discussion and exam practice.
The Practitioner exam is taken in the afternoon and is 2.5 hours long. It is marked in Australia with 1 to 2 weeks delay until your result is known. Our pass rate is above 90% (international average is 74%).
While we have outstanding exam results we are also there to set you up to use PRINCE2 effectively in the real world. Therefore our Practitioner course is not just about exam practice but also about completing real world like exercises.
The Practitioner exam is taken in the afternoon and is 2.5 hours long. It is marked in Australia with 1 to 2 weeks delay until your result is known. Our pass rate is above 90% (international average is 74%).
While we have outstanding exam results we are also there to set you up to use PRINCE2 effectively in the real world. Therefore our Practitioner course is not just about exam practice but also about completing real world like exercises.
Aims of the Practitioner Course
The 2 day PRINCE2® Practitioner course builds on your Foundation understanding and develops your ability to apply PRINCE2 in different project environments as well as to adapt it to specific project scenarios.
The Practitioner training will
The Practitioner training will
- Expand the participant’s understanding of the principles and philosophies underpinning PRINCE2.
- Provide detailed explanations of PRINCE2’s elements, their relationships and how they can be applied in different project environments.
- Provide participants with experience in applying PRINCE2 in different project environments.
- Explain how PRINCE2 can be effectively applied to address the needs and problems of a specific project scenario.
- Prepare participants for PRINCE2 Practitioner Certification
Who should attend Practitioner
- Project Managers in need of a method to help manage projects of different types and sizes
- Project and programme support staff wanting to learn how to effectively apply PRINCE2 to projects.
Practitioner Prerequisites
Candidates for the Practitioner Exam must have previously passed the Foundation Examination.
Course Composition
The training is a scenario based training course focusing on the application of PRINCE2 under different project environments and scenarios. Review sessions of all PRINCE2 elements are included throughout the training.
Courseware will be sent to all participants on payment of the course fee. As preparation participants are asked to attempt the first sample exam before course commencement.
It is an intensive course and there is around 2 hours of individual work to complete in the evenings.
Courseware will be sent to all participants on payment of the course fee. As preparation participants are asked to attempt the first sample exam before course commencement.
It is an intensive course and there is around 2 hours of individual work to complete in the evenings.
Practitioner Exam
The PRINCE2 Practitioner Exam is a 2 ½ hour open book, scenario based, multiple choice exam. The participant must provide responses to 8 questions. The maximum score for the exam is 80 marks. The participant must score 55% or more marks to pass the exam.
Practitioner Re-registration
PRINCE2 Registered Practitioners are required to be re-registered within 3-5 years of their original certification. This re-registration comprises a 1-hour examination set at the same standard as the Practitioner examination.