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PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course Outline

Module 1: Understand the Basic Concepts of Common Agile Ways of Working

• Differences Between Projects and BAU (Business as Usual)
• Agile and Its Common Approaches, How and Why Agile Approaches Have Developed and Where They Are Used
• History of Agile, Its Contrast to the Waterfall Way of Working and How the Agile Manifesto Fits In
• Different Levels of Agile Maturity and Well-Known Agile Frameworks
• Behaviours, Concepts and Techniques That Characterise Agile 
• PRINCE2 Agile® (Version 2) View of ‘Agile’
• Kanban, the Kanban Method and Its Six General Practices, Including the Use of Cumulative Flow Diagrams (CFDs)
• Core Concepts of Lean Start-up
• Use of Workshops
• How to Transition to Agile
• Scrum Theory and Explain the Nature of the Scrum Team, Scrum Events, Scrum Artifacts and Sprints

Module 2: Purpose and Context for Combining PRINCE2® and the Agile Way of Working

• Complementary Strengths of PRINCE2® and the Agile Way of Working
• Who Can Benefit from Using PRINCE2 Agile® (Version 2) and in What Contexts/Situations
• Make-Up of PRINCE2 Agile® (Version 2)
• Frameworks
• Behaviours
• Concepts
• Techniques
• Focus Areas
• Eight ‘Guidance Points’
• How PRINCE2® Controls and Governance Can Enable Agile to Be Used
• What a Typical PRINCE2® ‘Project Journey’ Looks Like in an Agile Context

Module 3: Be Able to Apply and Evaluate the Focus Areas to a Project in an Agile Context

• Purpose and Use of the Agilometer Throughout a Project
• Six Sliders Used on the Agilometer, Explain Their Significance and How to Improve Them
• Detail Requirements Terminology, Decomposition and Prioritisation, Including MoSCoW and Ordering
• How Requirements Prioritisation Is Used
• Rich Communication Focus Area, Its Importance and Its Key Techniques
• How to Manage Frequent Releases and the Benefits of ‘Failing Fast’

Module 4: Be Able to Fix and Flex the Six Aspects of a Project in an Agile Context

• How to Use the ‘Hexagon’ in Relation to the Six Aspects of Project Performance
• Use of Tolerances in Terms of What to ‘Fix’ and What to ‘Flex’ in Relation to the Six Aspects of Project Performance
• Detail Each of the Five Targets That Underpin the Use of the Hexagon
• Why the ‘Fix and Flex’ Approach Is Good for the Customer

Module 5: Be Able to Apply or Tailor the PRINCE2® Principles, Themes, Processes and Management Products to a Project in an Agile Context

• Detail the Five PRINCE2 Agile® (Version 2) Behaviours
• Agile Incorporation in All PRINCE2® Processes and Themes, with Contextual Variations
• Roles of Scrum Master and Product Owner
• Adjusting Roles and Options for Team Organisation in a Project
• Make-up of a Typical Delivery Team
• Servant Leadership, Its Use and Importance
• Defining Working Agreements
• Quality Setting Techniques: ‘Definition of Done’ and Acceptance Criteria
• Quality Testing, Checking and Management Techniques
• Approaches to Planning and Typical Planning Techniques
• Approaches to Risk and How Agile Concepts Mitigate Typical Risks
• Blending PRINCE2® with Agile to Control and Minimise Change Impact
• Empowered Self-organising Teams Handling Change Within Set Tolerances
• Common Feedback Loops and Their Importance
• Progress Monitoring: ‘Work in Progress’ Boards, Burn Charts, Info Radiators
• Agile Techniques Applicable to PRINCE2® Processes, Including Cynefin
• Flexing the ‘Direct a Project’ Stage and Collaborative Working Benefits
• ‘Manage by Exception’ with Focus on Empowerment and Deliverables
• Why PRINCE2® ‘Stages’ May Not Be Required, with Timeboxes and Scrum of Scrums
• Typical Output Mechanisms in ‘Controlling a Stage’ and ‘Managing a Stage Boundary’

Who Should Attend this PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course?

The PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course is designed to offer detailed insights into the combination of PRINCE2® (Projects IN Controlled Environments) and Agile methodologies. It focuses on applying Agile techniques within the PRINCE2® framework. The PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course is suitable for:

• Existing PRINCE2® Practitioners
• Project Managers
• Agile Practitioners
• Members of Agile Project Teams
• Project Board Members
• Project Support Staff
• Product Owners and Business Analysts

Prerequisites of the PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course 

Before attending the PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course, delegates are required to hold a PRINCE2 Agile Foundation (Version 2) certification or any PRINCE2 Agile (Version 1) certification.

PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course Overview

The PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course blends Agile delivery techniques with the structured PRINCE2® framework. This integration supports project teams in managing change-driven environments while maintaining control and alignment with strategic goals.

It enables organisations to tailor project approaches, improve responsiveness, and enhance delivery outcomes. By combining flexibility with structure, teams can adapt quickly to evolving requirements and consistently deliver value.

The Knowledge Academy’s 2-Day PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course equips delegates with the skills to apply Agile concepts within PRINCE2® projects.

Learning to customise methods to suit their own project contexts.

PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course Objectives

• To understand the fundamentals of PRINCE2 Agile® (Version 2) and its integration with traditional PRINCE2® methodologies
• To explore agile concepts and practices within the context of project management
• To learn how to tailor PRINCE2® principles to agile frameworks for enhanced project delivery
• To apply agile techniques to manage project risks, changes, and quality effectively
• To prepare for the PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Certification Exam

Upon completion of the PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course, candidates will have a solid understanding of how to effectively blend Agile techniques with PRINCE2® methodologies. Equipped with practical skills and certification readiness, these delegates will be pivotal in achieving project success as they navigate the ever-evolving and dynamic work environments.

PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Roadmap

From mastering the basics in PRINCE2® Foundation to leading real-world delivery cycles, the PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Roadmap offers a step-by-step path to agile project success. This journey prepares professionals through a structured PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course, guiding them toward key roles like Agile Project Manager or PMO Lead.

• PRINCE2® Foundation: Build a strong foundation in project management principles
• Agile Concepts: Learn Scrum and Kanban to prepare for Agile integration
• PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2): Tailor controls for Agile delivery environments
• Use in Real Projects: Apply hybrid PRINCE2 Agile® (Version 2) in practical scenarios
• Progress to Key Roles: Advance into positions like Scrum Master or Programme Manager.

What’s Included in the PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Course?

• PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Examination 
• World-class Training from Experienced Instructors 
• Official eBook 
• Digital Delegate Pack

PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Exam Information

The PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Exam is the second level of certification in the PRINCE2 Agile® (Version 2) suite and is designed to test your knowledge of how to apply the PRINCE2 Agile® methodology to real-world projects. The following information sheds light on the structure of the PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner (Version 2) Exam.

• Question Type: Multiple Choice
• Total Questions: 50
• Total Marks: 50 Marks
• Pass Marks: 60%, or 30/50 Marks
• Duration: 150 Minutes
• Open Book/ Closed Book: Open Book