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PRINCE2 Agile® is the world’s MOST COMPLETE PROJECT MANAGEMENT SOLUTION, combining the FLEXIBILITY AND RESPONSIVENESS of agile with the GOVERNANCE of PRINCE2®. PRINCE2 Agile is an extension module offering additional guidance on how to TAILOR PRINCE2 in an Agile context.

PRINCE2 Agile describes how to configure and tune PRINCE2 so that the method can be used in the most effective way when combined with agile behaviours, concepts, frameworks, and techniques. PRINCE2 and PRINCE2 Agile are only suitable for use on projects, whereas agile can be used for projects and routine ongoing work as well.

This is about best practice project management when the chosen delivery approach is agile. It is not about changing agile to fit in with PRINCE2. PRINCE2 and agile each have their own strengths. When combined they  complement each other to create a holistic approach to managing projects in an agile way. If we see this combination as a blend we can unlock the potential of both. A real appreciation and understanding of agile thinking
drives the tailoring of PRINCE2.

PRINCE2 Agile is the world’s most complete agile project management solution, combining the flexibility and responsiveness of agile with the clearly-defined framework of PRINCE2. PRINCE2 Agile provides practical guidance on how PRINCE2 can:

  • create an effective environment for an agile project
  • support and facilitate agile delivery
  • wrap up a project when agile thinks it’s time to stop.

All linked to a robust and authentic review of agile practices and their value in delivering successful project outcomes

There are two levels within the PRINCE2 Agile Certification scheme – Foundation and Practitioner. The Foundation module is designed to give candidates an overview of PRINCE2, an overview of agile concepts and techniques and the knowledge they need to apply the two together. The Practitioner module is designed to help candidates apply the PRINCE2 Agile method in practice through real-world project management examples. The modules can be taken separately but most prefer to do the combined course.

About this Course

This five-day course provides delegates with a thorough understanding of the PRINCE2 Agile® guidance. The course will cover:

  • PRINCE2 methodology
  • The key concepts of agile ways of working
  • The context for combining agile with PRINCE2
  • Evaluate the focus areas to a project in an agile context
  • Fix and flex the six aspects of a project in an agile context
  • How to apply or tailor the PRINCE2 principles, themes, processes and management products to a project in an agile context

All relevant course materials are provided, including the official publication 'PRINCE2 Agile'.

Learning outcomes

  • Understand the concepts of PRINCE2
  • Understand the concepts of common agile ways of working
  • Understand the purpose and context for combing PRINCE2 and the agile way of working
  • Be able to apply and evaluate the focus areas to a project in an agile context
  • Be able to fix and flex the six aspects of a project in an agile context
  • Be able to apply or tailor the PRINCE2 themes, processes and management products for a project in an agile context

Who should attend

PRINCE2 Agile is suitable for anyone who delivers projects, large or small, in an agile context. It is a valuable training and certification scheme for anyone working within an agile project environment, whether they're a project manager, project support or part of the wider project team.

If you already hold a PRINCE2 certification at either Foundation or Practitioner level, you are eligible to go direct into the PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner module

Course contents

The PRINCE2 Agile course uses a combination of theory, discussion and practical exercises to ensure delegates feel confident in the application of the concepts. Additional evening work will be required in the form of consolidation reading and mock examination questions. The evening work is an integral part of the course and delegates should expect to spend approximately 2.5 hours on these activities.

The course will cover the following learning outcomes:

Understand the basic concepts of common agile ways of working

  • Explain the differences between projects and BAU (Business as Usual)
  • Describe agile and its common approaches, how and why agile approaches have developed and where they are used.
  • Describe the history of agile, its contrast to the waterfall way of working and how the agile manifesto fits in
  • Describe the different levels of agile maturity and well-known agile frameworks
  • Describe behaviours, concepts and techniques that characterise agile
  • Define the PRINCE2 Agile view of 'agile'
  • Describe Kanban, the Kanban method and its six general practices, including the use of Cumulative Flow Diagram (CFDs)
  • Describe the core concepts of Lean start-up
  • Describe the use of workshops
  • Describe how to transition to agile
  • Define Scrum theory and explain the nature of the Scrum team, Scrum events, Scrum artefacts and Sprints

Understand the purpose and context for combining PRINCE2 and the agile ways of working

  • Describe the complementary strengths of PRINCE2 and the agile ways of working
  • Define who can benefit from using PRINCE2 Agile and in what contexts/situation
  • Define the make-up of PRINCE2 Agile (frameworks, behaviours, concepts, techniques, focus areas)
  • Explain the eight 'guidance points'
  • Explain how PRINCE2 controls and governance can enable agile to be used in many environments
  • Describe what a typical PRINCE2 'project journey' looks like in an agile context
  • Be able to apply and evaluate the focus areas to a project in an agile context

Explain the purpose and use of the Agilometer throughout a project

  • Describe the six sliders used on the Agilometer, explain their significance and how to improve them
  • Describe in detail requirements terminology, decomposition and prioritisation, including MoSCoW and Ordering
  • Explain how requirements prioritisation is used
  • Explain the rich communication focus area, its importance and its key techniques
  • Explain how to manage frequent releases and the benefits of 'failing fast'

Be able to fix and flex the six aspects of a project in an agile context

  • Describe how to use the 'hexagon' in relation to the six aspects of project performance
  • Explain the use of tolerances in terms of what to 'fix' and what to 'flex' in relation to the six aspects of project performance
  • Describe in detail each of the five targets that underpin the use of the hexagon
  • Explain why the 'fix and flex' approach is good for the customer

Be able to tailor the PRINCE2 principles, themes, processes and management products to a project in an agile context

  • Describe in detail the 5 PRINCE2 Agile behaviours (Transparency, Collaboration, Rich Communication, Self-Organisation, Exploration)
  • Explain that agile needs to be incorporated in all seven PRINCE2 processes and all seven themes but that the amount appropriate to each will vary depending on the project context
  • Describe the two common Organisation roles of Scrum master and Product owner
  • Explain how to adjust roles, including the use of specialist roles, and the options for team organisation in a project
  • Describe the make-up of a typical delivery team
  • Describe servant leadership, its use and importance
  • Describe how to define Working Agreements
  • Describe quality setting techniques including 'definition of done' and the use of acceptance criteria
  • Describe quality testing, quality checking and management techniques
  • Describe approaches to planning and typical planning techniques
  • Describe approaches to risk and how agile concepts mitigate many typical risks
  • Describe how blending PRINCE2 with agile approaches controls, responds to, and minimises the impact of change, including risk management and configuration management
  • Describe how empowered self-organizing teams handle change dynamically within set tolerances
  • Describe common feedback loops and their importance
  • Describe progress monitoring techniques including use of Work in Progress boards, burn charts, information radiators
  • Describe in detail agile techniques that may apply to each PRINCE2 process including Cynefin
  • Describe how to flex the 'Direct a Project' stage and the benefits of collaborative working
  • Describe how to 'manage by exception' with emphasis on empowerment, quantity of deliverables, rich information flows and value of deliverables
  • Explain why PRINCE2 'stages' may not be required, including use of timeboxes and Scrum of scrums
  • Describe typical output mechanisms when 'Controlling a Stage' and 'Managing a Stage Boundary'
  • Describe the use of retrospectives and how to make them effective
  • Describe approaches to 'Managing Product Delivery' including Scrum and Kanban
  • Explain how to define Work Packages, Product Descriptions, quality criteria and tolerances
  • Give guidance on behaviours, risks and the frequency of releases
  • Explain how to manage Stage Boundaries and the similarities between a stage and a release
  • Explain how to assess quantity, quality and benefits of stage deliverables
  • Explain how to effectively close a project, including evaluation of the use of agile
  • Describe how to tailor PRINCE2 products, including Work Packages, Highlight Reports and Checkpoint Reports
  • Describe in detail agile techniques that may apply to each PRINCE2 theme including requirements, defining value and user stories
  • Describe guidance on the use of contracts
  • Describe PRINCE2 Agile delivery roles
  • Explain how to use the Health Check
  • Describe the fundamental values and principles of agile
  • Outline tips for the PRINCE2 Agile project manager

Throughout the PRINCE2 Agile course, delegates will be exposed to numerous examples of examination questions. We will undertake a number of exercises and 'question-and-answer' sessions that will help to consolidate the learning, thereby ensuring that delegates are more than adequately prepared for the final examination.

Course fees

Fees per person

PRINCE2® Agile Foundation & Practitioner - Course & Exam Vouchers (5 days)

  • $3,160 + GST

Fees Include:

  • HARD COPY + E-COPY: Official PRINCE2 Agile Textbook
  • HARD COPY + E-COPY: Comprehensive Course Workbook, quality colour printed
  • Practice Examinations
  • PRINCE2 Agile Foundation Certificate Exam
    •  Included: Take2 Re-sit Exam
  • PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner Certificate Exam
  • Unparalleled Post Course Support

Foundation & Practitioner Exams

Participants of the PRINCE2 Agile online training course will be provided with an online exam voucher to sit the exams at a time and date of their choosing within 12 months of the course. The web-proctored exams are available 24/7 and run by the examination institute PEOPLECERT.

The Foundation Certificate exam format is:

  • Objective testing
  • One-hour multiple-choice paper
  • 50 questions with a pass mark of 55%
  • Closed book exam

The Practitioner Certificate exam format is:

  • 2.5 hour exam
  • Open book (PRINCE2 Agile book only)
  • Objective Testing Exam
  • Taken on the afternoon of the fifth day
  • 50 questions totalling 50 marks (1 mark per question)
  • Pass mark is 60% (30 correct answers)

Note - Re-certification is required 3-5 years after original certification