PRINCE2 Agile Foundation and Practitioner Certificate in Agile Project Management (v2.0) Training

This combined course provides comprehensive training in the PRINCE2 Agile framework, covering both Foundation and Practitioner levels. It equips learners with the knowledge, principles, and practical skills required to integrate PRINCE2’s robust project governance with the flexibility of agile methodologies. The Foundation segment introduces core agile concepts, frameworks, and the essentials of PRINCE2, while the Practitioner level focuses on real-world application through scenario-based learning. By the end of this programme, learners will be able to confidently tailor and apply PRINCE2 Agile across a wide range of project environments.

Key focus areas include the agile mindset, Scrum, Kanban, Lean, Cynefin, PRINCE2 governance elements, and advanced adaptation techniques to deliver successful projects in dynamic contexts

There are no formal prerequisites for the Foundation level.

To undertake the Practitioner exam, candidates must hold one of the following certifications:

• PRINCE2 Agile Foundation
• PRINCE2 Foundation
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified associate in project management (CAPM)
• IPMA Level A, B, C, or D

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Project managers and team members operating in or moving to agile environments
• Agile practitioners seeking structured governance frameworks
• PMO staff, business analysts, change managers, and delivery professionals involved in project lifecycle management
• Professionals looking to blend PRINCE2 control mechanisms with agile responsiveness to enhance delivery success

Introduction to PRINCE2 Agile

• Overview of PRINCE2 Agile framework and certification structure
• Key differences and synergy between PRINCE2 and agile

Understanding agile approaches

• Agile values and principles
• Overview of Scrum, Kanban, Lean Startup, and Cynefin
• Agile behaviours and the agile mindset

PRINCE2 principles and themes

• Understanding the seven principles and their application in agile contexts
• Adapting themes: business case, organisation, quality, plans, risk, change, progress

PRINCE2 processes and tailoring

• Applying the PRINCE2 process model in agile projects
• Tailoring activities, artefacts, and controls
• Managing product delivery in agile contexts

Agile roles and responsibilities

• Integrating agile roles into PRINCE2 project roles
• Collaborating across delivery teams and governance stakeholders

Governance and delivery controls

• Balancing control and flexibility through tolerances and boundaries
• Agile performance metrics, transparency, and feedback loops
• Applying workshops: sprint planning, retrospectives, daily stand-ups

Quality and risk management

• Ensuring quality through iterative development
• Managing uncertainty, dependencies, and delivery cadence

Advanced agile integration

• Scenario-based application of PRINCE2 Agile practices
• Continuous delivery, product management, and adaptive governance
• The role of AI and automation in hybrid project environments
• Scaling agile across programmes and portfolios

Exams and Assessments

• PRINCE2 Agile Foundation exam: 1-hour, closed book, 50 multiple-choice questions, 55% pass mark
• PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner exam: 2.5 hours, open book, 50 objective test questions based on real-world scenarios, 60% pass mark
• Both exams are available online via PeopleCert with remote proctoring or through QA’s instructor-led sessions
• Knowledge checks and scenario-based exercises are used throughout the course to reinforce understanding

Hands-on learning

This course includes:

• Interactive labs and guided group exercises
• Practical workshops based on case studies
• Scenario-based learning for tailoring PRINCE2 Agile principles
• Role simulations to support collaborative and situational understanding
• Peer discussions and instructor feedback on practice questions