PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation Overview

PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation Training​ Course Outline

This PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation training course will explore the following areas:

Module 1: Project Management Basics

  • Projects and Business as Usual (BAU)
  • Difference Between Project Work and BAU Work
  • What is Project Management?
  • Why do Projects Fail?
  • What Needs to be Controlled?
  • Project People
  • Methodology/Lifecycle
  • Projects Need
  • Delivery Methods
  • Waterfall/V/BDUF
  • Agile
  • An Overview of Agile
  • Agile Manifesto
  • "Waterfall" or "Iterative & Incremental"?
  • Agile Basics
  • Agile Frameworks
  • PRINCE2/Agile
  • Agile Methods and Where They Fit

Module 2: Understanding PRINCE2®

  • What is PRINCE2®?
  • PRINCE2® Framework
  • Management Stages
  • PRINCE2® Principles
  • PRINCE2® Themes
  • PRINCE2® Processes
  • Directing a Project (DP)
  • Starting Up a Project (SU)
  • Initiating a Project (IP)
  • Managing a Stage Boundary (SB)
  • Controlling a Stage (CS)
  • Managing Product Delivery (MP)
  • Closing a Project (CP)
  • PRINCE2® Management Products
  • PRINCE2 Process and Key Products
  • PRINCE2 Organisational Structure
  • Three PRINCE2® Project Interests
  • Four Management Levels
  • PRINCE2 Organisation
  • Project Board
  • Project Board: Executive Role
  • Project Board: Senior User(s)
  • Project Board: Senior Supplier(s)
  • Project Manager
  • Team Manager
  • Project Assurance
  • Project Support
  • Change Authority

Module 3: Common Agile Methodologies

  • Agile Overview
  • Common Agile Terms
  • Scrum
  • 5 Scrum Events
  • Scrum Artefacts
  • Kanban Board
  • Lifecycle of Lean Start-up
  • Evening Assignment

Module 4: Blending PRINCE2® and Agile

  • PRINCE2® Journey with Agile
  • PRINCE2® Agile View
  • Agile Behaviours, Concepts, and Techniques
  • Prioritising
  • MoSCoW
  • Tracking Progress with Burn Charts
  • PRINCE2 Agile®: Blending PRINCE2® and Agile
  • What does PRINCE2® Agile Comprise of?
  • Eight Guidance Points

Module 5: What to Fix and What to Flex

  • Performance Targets and Tolerance
  • Hexagon
  • Tolerance Guidance
  • Five Targets
  • Be on Time and Hit Deadlines
  • Protect the Level of Quality
  • Embrace Change
  • Keep Teams Stable
  • Accept That the Customer Doesn't Need Everything

Module 6: Agile Behaviours and the PRINCE2® Principles

  • Applying PRINCE2® Principles
  • PRINCE2® Agile Behaviours

Module 7: Agile and the PRINCE2® Themes

  • Tailoring the Business Case Theme
  • Tailoring the Organisation Theme
  • Three PRINCE2® Project Interests
  • Tailoring the Organisation Theme: Roles
  • Tailoring the Quality Theme
  • Tailoring the Plans Theme
  • Agile Estimating
  • Tailoring the Risk Theme
  • Tailoring the Change Theme
  • Tailoring the Progress Theme

Module 8: Agile and the PRINCE2® Processes

  • Agile and the PRINCE2® Processes
  • Relating Agile Processes to PRINCE2® Processes
  • Tailoring Starting Up a Project and Initiating a Project
  • Starting Up a Project and Initiating a Project Processes
  • Tailoring Controlling a Stage and Managing Product Delivery Processes
  • Controlling a Stage and Managing Product Delivery Processes
  • Tailoring Managing a Stage Boundary Process
  • Tailoring Closing a Project Process
  • Tailoring Directing a Project

Module 9: Focus Areas

  • Agilometer
  • Requirements
  • Rich Communication
  • Frequent Releases

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Who should attend this PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation Training Course?

The PRINCE2 Agile® Training Course is a combination of the PRINCE2® project management methodology and Agile practices. This course is designed for those who want to apply the flexibility and responsiveness of Agile in a structured PRINCE2® environment. This course can be beneficial for the professionals, including:

  • PRINCE2® Certified Professionals
  • Project Managers
  • Agile Practitioners
  • Program and Portfolio Managers
  • Project Office Professionals (PMO)
  • Business Analysts
  • Operational Managers
  • IT Professionals

Prerequisites of the PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation Training Course

PRINCE2 Agile Training typically requires a PRINCE2 Foundation qualification, also familiarity with Agile methodologies like Scrum and Kanban is beneficial.

PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation Training Course Overview

The PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation course provides a comprehensive understanding of the PRINCE2 framework in the context of Agile methodologies. In today's dynamic business environment, integrating PRINCE2 with Agile practices is essential for successful project management. This course offers a structured approach to combining the flexibility of Agile with the robustness of PRINCE2, addressing the evolving needs of projects across various industries.

Understanding PRINCE2 Agile® is crucial for project managers, team leaders, and professionals involved in project delivery. Mastering this subject ensures the ability to effectively manage projects by incorporating Agile techniques within the PRINCE2 framework. By blending traditional project management principles with Agile methodologies, professionals can adapt to changing project requirements and deliver high-quality results.

The 2-day PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation training offered by the Knowledge Academy equips delegates with practical knowledge and skills. Delegates will also understand fundamental Agile concepts and techniques, such as Scrum, Lean Startup, Kanban, and Cynefin. Our expert and professional trainer will conduct this training and have years of experience teaching PRINCE2 Agile® Certification courses.

Course Objectives:

  • To understand PRINCE2 and Agile principles and their effective integration
  • To tailor PRINCE2 for Agile projects, ensuring adaptability
  • To manage risks, issues, and changes in an Agile context
  • To foster collaboration and communication within project teams
  • To attain PRINCE2 Agile Foundation certification for effective project management
  • To apply Agile techniques for improved project delivery within the PRINCE2 framework.
  • To achieve a foundational understanding of PRINCE2 Agile principles and terminology.

After attending this certification course, delegates will learn how to adapt PRINCE2® to perform most effectively in an Agile environment. They will be able to lay the groundwork for successful project delivery and use the framework in their organisation to avoid working aimlessly and save money.

PRINCE2 Agile® is a registered trademark of AXELOS Limited, used under the permission of AXELOS Limited.

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What’s included in the PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation Training Course?

  • PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation Examination
  • World-class training from Experienced Instructors
  • PRINCE2 Agile® Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

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PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation Exam Information

The PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation Exam is a multiple-choice exam that tests your knowledge of the PRINCE2 Agile® methodology. It is the first level of certification in the PRINCE2 Agile® suite, and it is designed to be accessible to anyone with a basic understanding of Project Management. The structure of the PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation Exam has been given below. 

  • Question Type: Objective Testing  
  • Total Questions: 50  
  • Total Marks: 50 Marks  
  • Pass Marks: 55% 
  • Duration: 1 Hour 
  • Open Book/ Closed Book: Closed Book

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PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation FAQs

PRINCE2 Agile® is the world's most complete Agile project management solution, combining the flexibility and responsibility of Agile with the governance of PRINCE2®.
No prior knowledge of PRINCE2® is required to take this certification. There are also no formal prerequisites, so anyone interested in the topic can attend this course. The PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation qualification acts as a prerequisite for the PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner certification.
This training course is intended for anyone who delivers, manages, or works within Agile projects and project teams, thus Project Managers, Project Support, Delivery Team Support, and those within PMO roles may wish to attend this training.
Yes, PRINCE2 Agile® Certifications are accredited by the PeopleCert on behalf of AXELOS.
PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation Course online is the first level of the Agile project management certification which provides basic knowledge of the PRINCE2® and how to tailor the method in an Agile context. The PRINCE2 Agile Foundation exam is included in the PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation certification.
PRINCE2 Agile® works by applying various Agile practices to PRINCE2®, and PRINCE2® has a focus on strategy and upper-tier decision making, while Agile focuses on responsiveness, autonomy and instant benefits realisation.
During this 2-day Certification Course, you will learn about the purpose of the business case theme, including business cases and the benefits management approach and PRINCE2®'s minimum requirements for applying the business case theme, etc.
The training fees for PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation certification in the United Kingdom starts from £1795
The Knowledge Academy is the Leading global training provider for PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation.
Please see our PRINCE2® Training courses available in the United Kingdom
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