PRINCE2® Agile Foundation (Version 2) all English

PRINCE2 Agile has been updated to meet the current demands of project management, combining the principles of PRINCE2 with the flexibility of agile methods. This update ensures that it remains relevant for modern organizations that require both governance and adaptability in their projects.

PRINCE2 Agile Foundation covers the core concepts of the method and provides all the knowledge you need to take agility to the next level.

The updated version makes it easier to apply PRINCE2 Agile in modern agile environments, with a stronger focus on leadership, performance, and agile culture. It is now fully aligned with PRINCE2 version 7.

Course objectives

An agile mindset:
You will learn to adopt agile values and behaviours to increase adaptability, improve responsiveness to change, and support continuous improvement across your organization.

  • The ability to combine Agile and PRINCE2:
    You will understand how agile ways of working can be adapted within PRINCE2’s governance framework – ideal for hybrid project environments and scalable delivery.
  • Strengthened stakeholder engagement:
    You will gain the skills needed to build stakeholder trust, secure leadership support, and align projects more closely with business goals.
  • Basic knowledge of agile leadership:
    You will understand how leadership influences success in agile projects and learn strategies to ensure support and progress – whether as a team member or project contributor.
  • Competence in risk and change control:
    You will learn to identify, assess, and manage risks in dynamic environments, ensuring both stability and flexibility in delivery.
  • Tools for tracking progress:
    You will become familiar with relevant agile metrics to monitor progress and team performance, and ensure transparency throughout the project phases.
  • Understanding of agile roles and responsibilities:
    You will learn how key roles and responsibilities function in agile teams – enhancing collaboration and increasing the likelihood of project success.
  • Knowledge of scalable agility:
    You will gain insights into how agile methods can be effectively scaled across an organization while maintaining governance and clarity.
  • Value-driven thinking:
    You will learn to identify and prioritize high-value activities, aligning project goals and customer needs with business strategy.

Target Audience

This course is suitable for:

  • Project managers
  • Agile team members and Scrum Masters
  • Project team members
  • Consultants and advisors
  •  Anyone working in or looking to work in agile projects

Prerequisites

 There are no prerequisites for the PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation course. 

Course material

All course material will be delivered digital and consist of:

  • Course material with slide sett
  • Notebook with sample exams
  • Official PRINCE2 Agile manual
  • PodCast which sums up the highlights per day

Day 1 – Agile fundamentals and introduction to PRINCE2 Agile

The first day introduces agile concepts and the agile mindset. Participants explore how agile differs from traditional approaches and how it can be applied in project environments.

The course also introduces PRINCE2 Agile and explains how the framework integrates structured project management with agile delivery.

Modules covered:

Module 1: Agile overview
define agile and its mindset
understand agile principles, benefits, concepts, and techniques
distinguish agile practices from Business as Usual (BAU) activities

Module 2: Introduction to PRINCE2 Agile
define key terms such as project, project management, and performance target
understand various project contexts where PRINCE2 Project Management is applied
identify the five PRINCE2 Project Management integrated elements

Module 3: What is PRINCE2 Agile
define key PRINCE2 Agile terms and concepts
understand what PRINCE2 Agile is and its application in a project context
understand how PRINCE2 Agile principles support an agile context
understand the importance of culture and communication
understand how PRINCE2 Agile addresses team dynamics, stakeholder engagement, and leadership in agile environments

Day 2 – Practices and processes

The second day focuses on how PRINCE2 Agile is applied through practices and processes. Participants learn how roles, artifacts and techniques support effective agile project delivery.

Modules covered:

Module 4: PRINCE2 Agile practices
recall the PRINCE2 Agile practices and their purpose
understand the role of practices, artifacts, and techniques in an agile context
explain the responsibilities of the PRINCE2 Agile roles

Module 5: PRINCE2 Agile processes
understand the PRINCE2 Agile processes
understand the agile workshops and artifacts in an agile context

Day 3 – Organisational context and exam

The final day explores how PRINCE2 Agile fits into a wider organisational context, including product management, operations and continuous delivery.

The course concludes with exam preparation and certification.

Modules covered:

Module 6: PRINCE2 Agile in the wider organizational context
understand agile product management
understand transitioning from agile projects to operations
understand continuous agile development and operations
know how AI can support PRINCE2 Agile elements

Exam

About the exam :

  • Objective testing
  • One-hour multiple-choice paper
  • Extra time (15 min) for non-natives English speakers
  • 40 questions with a pass mark of 60%
  • Closed book exam

How to take the exam:

Regular classroom courses:

Paperbased exam at the end of the last course day

Virtual courses:

You will get an exam voucher that gives you access to an online exam. This can be booked and taken home monitored by a proctor via camera.

The trainer will also guide you through the procedures on how to book and prepare for the exam during the course

For both alternatives:

If you fail on your first attempt you receive a free online retake voucher. This can only be conducted online.

Practical information

Duration: 3 days
Price: 17 900 NOK
Language: English
Format: Classroom or virtual training

FAQ

Hva er PRINCE2 Agile?
PRINCE2 Agile kombinerer strukturert prosjektstyring med smidige metoder for å gi både kontroll og fleksibilitet.

Trenger jeg PRINCE2 Foundation først?
Nei, det er ikke et krav, men det kan være en fordel.

Hva lærer jeg på dette kurset?
Du lærer hvordan smidige metoder kan brukes sammen med PRINCE2 i praksis.

Hvordan gjennomføres eksamen?
Eksamen gjennomføres som en digital multiple choice-test etter kurset.

Hva skjer hvis jeg ikke består eksamen?
Du kan ta eksamen på nytt i henhold til sertifiseringsleverandørens regler.

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