What is PRINCE2®?

PRINCE2 – PRojects IN Controlled Environments is a written description of how to manage a project in a logical, organised way, following defined steps.
It is not a tool or technique, but a structured management process which emphasises the importance of an organised and controlled start, middle and end to a project.

PRINCE2 is considered internationally as the best practice framework for Project Management.

Owned by AXELOS (formerly the Office of Government Commerce – OGC) and launched in 1996, PRINCE2 has become the de facto standard process for all types of projects. The widespread use of PRINCE2 owes much to the fact that it is an easily tailored and scalable method that can be applied to all projects and situations across all sectors.

Initially designed for use within the public sector, its phenomenal success has seen it increasingly being adopted by forward thinking private sector companies. PRINCE2 can be used for any type of project regardless of scope, size or sector.

PRINCE2 provides all delegates with a common language that is used to manage the project.

See these pages for more information about PRINCE2 training and certification in Cardiff.

Who should attend a PRINCE2 Course?

We run regular public PRINCE2 courses in Cardiff. The PRINCE2 course Cardiff venue is located within an easy walk of Cardiff Central railway station.

Individuals who have a project management role and want to demonstrate a recognized level of competence through a formal qualification. PRINCE2 courses are well-known throughout private and public sector organizations.

A PRINCE2 course is most suited to:

• Managers involved in business change
• Strategic Planners
• Auditors
• Risk Managers
• Existing Programme and Project Managers.

Newly appointed managers who need to understand a controlled approach to managing projects would also benefit from attending a PRINCE2 course.

** Please note that the PRINCE2 qualification is extremely demanding and requires both pre-course reading and evening work to be undertaken during the week of the course.

Objectives of a PRINCE2 course

Upon attendance the delegates will receive a detailed and practical understanding of PRINCE2, enabling delegates to apply PRINCE2 to the running and managing of projects regardless of their scope and size.

It provides the delegates with the understanding of how to improve their management of projects so that they are delivered on time and to budget.

“PRINCE2 is the qualification that has made the biggest impact on my career. The PRINCE2 course in Cardiff was delivered with a high degree of professionalism and understanding to bring the theory of the method into a meaningful approach for students.
James Stewart, Project Manager, NHS Trust, Cardiff

PRINCE2® is a registered trademark of AXELOS Limited.