An independent, self-paced exam preparation course for learners studying for the PRINCE2 7 Foundation exam. Seven lessons cover the structure of the method, the seven principles, people and the project context, the seven practices, the seven processes, tailoring and exam technique with practice questions. This is exam preparation only: it does not include an exam voucher, is not an accredited training course and does not award any certification. Always confirm the current syllabus and exam rules with the official exam institute.
What you will learn
- Describe the five integrated elements of PRINCE2 7
- Explain the seven principles and why each matters
- Describe project roles and the people element
- Summarise the purpose of each of the seven practices
- Describe the seven processes and their key activities
- Explain tailoring to project context
- Apply exam technique to Foundation-style questions
Lessons
- The Structure of PRINCE2 7
- The Seven Principles
- People and Organising
- The Seven Practices
- The Seven Processes
- Tailoring and Project Context
- Exam Technique and Practice Questions
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Lessons
The Structure of PRINCE2 7
The Seven Principles
The principles are universal, self-validating and empowering. A project must apply all seven to be considered a PRINCE2 project. Expect several exam questions to test which principle a scenario illustrates. The principles Ensure continued business justification: there must be a justifiable reason to start the project, it must remain valid throughout and it must be […]
People and Organising
PRINCE2 7 gives explicit attention to people: leadership, culture, communication and managing change. It also defines a clear project organisation through the organising practice. Three project interests Every project must represent three interests: business (value for money), user (those who will use the products) and supplier (those who provide skills and resources). Key roles Project […]
The Seven Practices
Practices describe aspects of project management that must be addressed continually. Foundation questions often ask for the purpose of each practice. Business case Establishes mechanisms to judge whether the project is, and remains, desirable, viable and achievable. It covers benefits, dis-benefits, costs, timescales and risks. Organising Defines and establishes the project’s structure of accountability and […]
The Seven Processes
The processes describe the project lifecycle activities and which roles perform them. Foundation questions test the purpose and objectives of each process. The processes Starting up a project: ensures prerequisites are in place and answers “do we have a viable and worthwhile project?” before committing to initiation. Directing a project: enables the project board to […]
Tailoring and Project Context
PRINCE2 7 emphasises that the method must be tailored to the project’s context rather than applied mechanically. What can be tailored Terminology, to match organisational language. Roles, which can be combined or shared. Management products, which can be combined, simplified or delivered in different formats. Processes, which can be combined or adapted. Practices, adjusted to […]
Exam Technique and Practice Questions
This lesson focuses on approaching Foundation exam questions methodically. Always confirm current exam details with the official exam institute. Approach Read the whole question and every option before choosing. Look for keywords such as “purpose”, “which role” or “which principle”. Eliminate clearly wrong answers first. Answer from the method’s viewpoint, not your workplace habits. Manage […]