Module 2: PRINCE2 Principles (The 7 Principles)
- Continued business justification
- Learn from experience
- Defined roles, responsibilities, and relationships
- Manage by stages
- Manage by exception
- Focus on products
- Tailor to suit the project
PRINCE2 Certification Training in Dublin
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Master both PRINCE2 levels with instructor-led training in Dublin, built around PRINCE2 7, the 2023 edition from AXELOS and PeopleCert. Ideal for project managers, team leaders and public sector professionals, this PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner Certification Course prepares you for the Foundation and Practitioner exams with expert trainers and a clear, supported path to certification.
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Exam Format
Certification Cost
Who Can Take
What Is the PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Certification?
Your Route to Certified Project Delivery
Invensis Learning is a Peoplecert Accredited Training Organisation (2778) in Dublin, approved to deliver official PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner Certification training using accredited courseware and standards.
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What's Included in Your PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner Training
Official AXELOS-accredited digital courseware and study materials
Live instructor-led training: 2-day Foundation (16 hours) + 2-day Practitioner (16 hours) — 32 hours total (14 modules), at 8 hours per day
1,000+ practice questions and 5 mock exams across Foundation and Practitioner
Foundation and Practitioner exam vouchers included in the course fee
Live interactive sessions with experienced trainers and Q&A
30 PDUs on completion of the training (16 Foundation + 16 Practitioner, credited as 30 combined)
Retake the training within 2 months at no additional cost
Recordings of all training sessions.
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Key Highlights
of the PRINCE2 Certification Training Course
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PRINCE2 Certification Eligibility in Dublin
Do You Qualify for the PRINCE2 Exam?
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Why the PRINCE2 Credential Is Worth Earning
For Your Career and Your Team
For Individuals
PRINCE2 training helps professionals build structured project management capability and prepare for both the Foundation and Practitioner exams. The programme suits aspiring project managers, working PMs and project team members in Dublin who want a recognised method behind their delivery experience. Whether you are entering project management, formalising existing skills, or working in a PRINCE2 environment, this training builds capability aligned with what employers expect.
If you want a project management credential that opens doors across Ireland's technology, life sciences, financial services and public sectors, PRINCE2 is a clear path forward. You gain method knowledge, exam readiness and a structured route from enrolment to certified.
- Earn two globally recognised credentials that Dublin employers actively seek
- Command a certified pay premium of roughly 15 to 25 percent over uncertified peers
- Qualify for project manager, senior PM and PMO roles across tech, pharma and finance
- Learn a structured method built on seven principles, seven practices and seven processes
- Meet the PRINCE2 preference common in Irish public sector and EU-funded projects
- Gain the People capability skills introduced in PRINCE2 7 for leading project teams
- Move from Foundation knowledge to Practitioner-level application in one programme
- Hold a credential that travels across sectors, employers and international markets
For Organizations
PRINCE2 group training helps organisations build reliable project delivery capability by equipping teams with a common, structured method. The training can be delivered for project teams, PMOs or whole departments. For organisations that need governance, predictability and consistent practice across projects, this training provides a scalable, flexible solution.
If your teams deliver projects with inconsistent methods and mixed results, PRINCE2 group training creates one governance language. Teams gain a shared approach to business justification, stage control, risk and quality that leadership can rely on.
- Builds a shared, consistent project management method across delivery teams
- Improves governance, accountability and auditability on complex projects
- Strengthens on-time, on-budget delivery through defined roles and stage control
- Aligns teams to a method preferred in public sector and regulated environments
- Enables tailored training mapped to your project portfolio and sectors
- Standardises terminology and reporting across business units
- Provides flexible delivery for teams across Dublin and beyond
- Develops in-house PRINCE2 capability that reduces reliance on contractors
Next: Exam Format
PRINCE2 Exam Format in Dublin
What to expect on exam day
The PRINCE2 certification in Ireland is delivered in two exams: Foundation and Practitioner. Foundation tests your understanding of the method; Practitioner tests your ability to apply and tailor PRINCE2 in a project scenario. Both exams are administered by PeopleCert online or at approved test centers.
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PRINCE2 Certification Cost in Dublin
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Who Should Take PRINCE2 Certification Training in Dublin?
Project Managers
Team Managers
Team Leads
Product Delivery Managers
Project Support Analysts
PMO Analysts
Operational Line Managers leading projects
Program Managers transitioning into structured PM
Business Analysts working alongside project teams
Consultants advising on project governance
IT, Construction, Engineering, and Public Sector PMs
Anyone preparing for PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner
Project Board Members (Executive, Senior User, Senior Supplier)
PRINCE2 Career Outcomes in Dublin
Roles, Sectors and Earning Power
PRINCE2 is a strong signal of structured project delivery capability across Dublin, valued by technology, pharma, financial services, construction and public sector employers running complex, governance-heavy projects. As foreign direct investment hits record levels and the National Development Plan funds major infrastructure, certified project managers are increasingly sought after. Demand runs from project coordinator up to senior PM and PMO leadership, and here is what the local market is telling us right now.
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PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner Certified Professionals in Dublin : Salary Insights and Trends
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Why PRINCE2 Skills Are in Demand Across Dublin
PRINCE2 is more than a certificate. It is a career multiplier for project professionals in Dublin. Join those who deliver projects with structure, governance and confidence. Start your journey today.
Your Dublin Career TransformationWhere You Stand Today,
And Where PRINCE2 Certification Takes You
Dublin's project market is expanding with record investment, digital transformation and major public infrastructure, and employers increasingly separate certified project professionals from the rest. Here is which side of that line you want to be on.
Sources: Glassdoor, Morgan McKinley, ERI (Dublin, Ireland) 2026.
How to Get PRINCE2 Certified in Dublin
Step-by-Step Certification Process
The PRINCE2 certification path in Dublin is straightforward. You complete the accredited 35 contact hours, sit the Foundation exam, then progress to Practitioner. Both exams are administered by PeopleCert online or at approved test centers. Once you pass, you join the global community of 1,000,000+ PRINCE2-certified practitioners.
Module 3: PRINCE2 People Element
- Leading successful change
- Leading successful teams
- Communication in projects
- Roles and responsibilities in the PRINCE2 team structure
- Project Board, Project Manager, Team Manager, Project Assurance, Project Support
Module 4: PRINCE2 Practices (Part 1: Business Case, Organising, Plans)
- Business Case practice: justification, benefits, dis-benefits, costs, risks
- Organising practice: project management team structure
- Plans practice: project plan, stage plans, team plans, exception plans
- Product-based planning technique
Module 5: PRINCE2 Practices (Part 2: Quality, Risk, Issues, Progress)
- Quality practice: quality criteria, quality register, quality control
- Risk practice: risk management approach, risk register, response strategies
- Issues practice: issue management approach, issue register, change control
- Progress practice: tolerances, exceptions, reporting, lessons
Module 6: PRINCE2 Processes (Part 1: SU, IP, DP)
- Starting Up a Project (SU): pre-project activity
- Initiating a Project (IP): defining the Project Initiation Documentation
- Directing a Project (DP): Project Board decisions and control
Module 7: PRINCE2 Processes (Part 2: SB, CS, MP, CP)
- Controlling a Stage (CS): day-to-day management
- Managing Product Delivery (MP): the Team Manager's process
- Managing a Stage Boundary (SB): end-of-stage assessment
- Closing a Project (CP): controlled close-down
Module 8: Tailoring PRINCE2
- Tailoring to project scale, sector, and delivery approach
- Tailoring to agile environments and hybrid delivery
- Tailoring management products and roles
- Tailoring versus embedding PRINCE2 at the organisational level
Module 9: Applying the PRINCE2 Principles in Context
- Analyse the application of PRINCE2 principles in context
- Ensure continued business justification
- Learn from experience
- Define roles, responsibilities, and relationships
- Manage by exception
- Manage by stages
- Focus on products
- Tailor to suit the project
Module 10: Applying Effective People Management in Successful Projects
- Assess whether an approach to leadership and management of teams is appropriate
- Assess whether an approach to leadership and management of change within a project and people affected by a project is appropriate
- Apply the approach to communications and people central to the method
- Apply the key management products required to support the people element of projects
- Communication management approach
- Change management approach
Module 11: Applying and Tailor Relevant Aspects of PRINCE2 Practices in Context
- Apply the PRINCE2 'business case' practice, demonstrating an understanding of key management products and areas of focus for key roles
- Analyse whether an approach to applying the 'business case' practice is effective and fit for purpose
- Apply the PRINCE2 'organising' practice, demonstrating an understanding of key management products and areas of focus for key roles
- Analyse whether an approach to applying the 'organising' practice is effective and fit for purpose
- Apply the PRINCE2 'plans' practice, demonstrating an understanding of key management products and areas of focus for key roles
- Analyse whether an approach to applying the 'plans' practice is effective and fit for purpose
- Apply the PRINCE2 'quality' practice, demonstrating an understanding of key management products and areas of focus for key roles
- Analyse whether an approach to applying the 'quality' practice is effective and fit for purpose
- Apply the PRINCE2 'risk' practice, demonstrating an understanding of key management products and areas of focus for key roles
- Analyse whether an approach to applying the 'risk' practice is effective and fit for purpose
- Apply the PRINCE2 'issues' practice, demonstrating an understanding of key management products and areas of focus for key roles
- Analyse whether an approach to applying the 'issues' practice is effective and fit for purpose
- Apply the PRINCE2 'progress' practice, demonstrating an understanding of key management products and areas of focus for key roles
- Analyse whether an approach to applying the 'progress' practice is effective and fit for purpose
Module 12: Apply and Tailoring Relevant Aspects of PRINCE2 Processes in Context
- Carry out the 'starting up a project' process, demonstrating an understanding of activities, inputs, outputs, and recommended roles
- Analyse whether the 'starting up a project' process is effective and fit for purpose
- Carry out the 'directing a project' process, demonstrating an understanding of activities, inputs, outputs, and recommended roles
- Analyse whether the 'directing a project' process is effective and fit for purpose
- Carry out the 'initiating a project' process, demonstrating an understanding of activities, inputs, outputs, and recommended roles
- Analyse whether the 'initiating a project' process is effective and fit for purpose
- Carry out the 'controlling a stage' process, demonstrating an understanding of activities, inputs, outputs, and recommended roles
- Analyse whether the 'controlling a stage' process is effective and fit for purpose
- Carry out the 'managing product delivery' process, demonstrating an understanding of activities, inputs, outputs, and recommended roles
- Analyse whether the 'managing product delivery' process is effective and fit for purpose
- Carry out the 'managing a stage boundary' process, demonstrating an understanding of activities, inputs, outputs, and recommended roles
- Analyse whether the 'managing a stage boundary' process is effective and fit for purpose
- Carry out the 'closing a project' process, demonstrating an understanding of activities, inputs, outputs, and recommended roles
- Analyse whether the 'closing a project' process is effective and fit for purpose
Module 13: PRINCE2 Foundation Exam Strategy
- Question-type breakdown for the 60-question Foundation paper
- Time management strategy across 60 minutes
- Elimination techniques and common distractors
- Final-week revision plan for Foundation
Module 14: PRINCE2 Practitioner Exam Strategy
- Scenario-based question approach and rationale
- Time management across the 150-minute Practitioner paper
- Using the official PRINCE2 manual effectively (open book)
- Mock exam walkthroughs and gap analysis
- Renewal and continuous professional development with PeopleCert
Course Curriculum
of the PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner
The PRINCE2 exam in Dublin tests your understanding of the seven principles, seven practices, and seven processes, alongside the people element, project context, and tailoring. The course is organised as follows, so each area is covered in depth with real-world scenarios.
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Module 1: Introduction to PRINCE2 and Project Management
- What PRINCE2 is and why structured project management matters
- PRINCE2 vs. other PM methods (PMP, Agile, Hybrid)
- The PRINCE2 method at a glance: principles, practices, processes
- Project, programme, and portfolio context
- PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner certification overview
- Exam structure and PeopleCert delivery model
Sets the stage for both exams, since every later module builds on the framework introduced here.
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Skills You Will Build Across Both PRINCE2 Levels
From Principles to Practitioner Application
This PRINCE2 programme takes you from Foundation knowledge to Practitioner-level application. By the end, you can work confidently within a PRINCE2 environment and apply and tailor the method to real project scenarios.
Apply the Seven PRINCE2 Principles
Put the seven guiding principles to work, from continued business justification to managing by stages and tailoring the method to suit each project you lead.
Master the Seven Practices
Build command of business case, organising, plans, quality, risk, issues and progress, the practices that replaced themes in the 7th edition, along with their management products.
Run the Seven Processes End to End
Direct, manage and deliver a project from Starting Up through to Closing a Project, understanding the activities and responsibilities in each of the seven processes.
Lead People and Stakeholders
Develop the People capability introduced in PRINCE2 7, covering leadership styles, team dynamics, change and stakeholder engagement for successful delivery.
Tailor PRINCE2 to Real Projects
Apply and adapt PRINCE2 to different project scales, contexts and delivery approaches, including agile and hybrid environments, at Practitioner level.
Pass Both PRINCE2 Exams
Prepare for the closed-book Foundation exam and the open-book, scenario-based Practitioner exam with structured practice and exam techniques.
PRINCE2 Certification Training Options
for Professionals and Teams
We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer classroom learning, live online sessions, team-based learning, or personalized coaching, choose the option that best supports your PRINCE2 certification journey.
PRINCE2 PRINCE2 Classroom Training
Instructor-led classroom sessions
Interactive discussions and group activities
Real-world examples and practical exercises
Structured learning with fixed schedules
Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration
Practice assessments and knowledge checks
Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification
Immediate trainer feedback and support
Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This Classroom PRINCE2 training format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.
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Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.
PRINCE2 PRINCE2 Corporate Group Training
Customised training aligned to organisational goals
Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended
Scheduling tailored to business availability
Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions
Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable
Dedicated coordination and administrative support
Consistent learning experiences across teams
Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces
Designed for organizations that want to strengthen project governance capabilities, standardise project management practices, and support workforce development through customised learning initiatives. This format is ideal for PRINCE2 training for companies in Dublin looking to build project management capability across teams.
Official PeopleCert (AXELOS) Course Material
Best For: Organizations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent training across teams.
PRINCE2 PRINCE2 Focused 1-to-1 Training
One-to-one instructor attention
Customised learning plans and objectives
Flexible scheduling based on availability
Personalized feedback and coaching
Additional focus on challenging topics
Targeted practice and revision support
Faster clarification of questions and concepts
Learning pace is adapted to individual needs
Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions with an expert trainer. This format provides PRINCE2 coaching for professionals seeking individualized support with project management concepts, examination preparation, and practical application of the PRINCE2 methodology.
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Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.
PRINCE2 PRINCE2 Live Virtual Training
Live online instructor-led sessions
Interactive discussions and virtual activities
Expert guidance from experienced trainers
Practice assessments and revision support
Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification
Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum
Small batch sizes for personalized attention
Access from any location with internet connectivity
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Please Note: Attend fully interactive online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences. This Virtual PRINCE2 training option provides the convenience of remote participation while maintaining instructor engagement.
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Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.
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Invensis Learning delivers structured PRINCE2 training for professionals and organisations in Dublin who want reliable project delivery capability and a clear path to certification. Our programmes combine experienced, certified instructors, official PeopleCert-aligned courseware, flexible delivery formats and learner-focused support. Whether you are enrolling as an individual or planning group training for your team, Invensis Learning, a trusted PRINCE2 training company in Dublin, provides a professional experience built around practical understanding, real-world application and exam readiness.
- Experienced, certified trainers with real-world project delivery expertise
- Official, PeopleCert-aligned PRINCE2 7 courseware and study resources
- Flexible formats including live online, classroom and corporate training
- Structured Foundation and Practitioner exam preparation and practice
- Dedicated learner support before, during and after your training
- Customised schedules for individuals, working professionals and teams
- Practical exercises, case discussions and scenario-based practice
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PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner Training Location in Dublin
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- Suitable for small, medium and large project teams
- Customised schedules based on your team's availability
- Flexible delivery through onsite, live virtual or hybrid formats
- Certified trainers with relevant project and industry expertise
- Role-based, sector-relevant examples for stronger workplace application
- Dedicated coordination and support for group training programmes
- Scalable delivery for teams across Dublin, Ireland and global locations
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PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner is a two-level project management certification governed by AXELOS and delivered by PeopleCert. Foundation validates that you understand the PRINCE2 method, while Practitioner confirms you can apply and tailor it to real project scenarios. The current edition is PRINCE2 7 (2023).