PRINCE2® weekend training courses (London)

Course

Which version are your PRINCE2 weekend courses?

All our PRINCE2 weekend training courses are based upon the PRINCE2 2017 syllabus and manual. This is the most recent version of PRINCE2.

Are there any prerequisites for PRINCE2 weekend courses?

There are no prerequisites for the PRINCE2 Foundation weekend course or PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner weekend course. However, if you want to take the PRINCE2 Practitioner course and exam, then you must have already passed the PRINCE2 Foundation exam.

What is the PRINCE2 weekend course pre-course reading?

All our classroom PRINCE2 weekend courses include online pre-course material. This consists of some short lessons available via our eLearning platform. It takes 3-4 hours to read this before attending the PRINCE2 weekend course.

When do I get the official PRINCE2 manual?

All weekend PRINCE2 Foundation and weekend PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner courses include a copy of the manual. You’ll be given a copy on the first morning of the course, along with all other PRINCE2 course materials.

Can I get extra time in PRINCE2 exams for language/medical reasons?

If English is not your native language, you can simply indicate this during registration with PeopleCert, and extra time will automatically be added to your PRINCE2 exam. If you’re having trouble doing this, please contact us before the course.

For medical issues (such as dyslexia) please contact us before attendance to request extra time. You’ll normally need to provide a doctor’s note or other form of evidence.

How long does it take to get my PRINCE2 exam results and certificate?

When you’ve finished the PRINCE2 Foundation weekend exam, your trainer will mark the exam and give you a provisional result.

For the PRINCE2 Practitioner weekend exam, the paper will be electronically scanned the Monday after the course. You’ll receive provisional results later that day.

PeopleCert will email your official result and e-certificate 3 business days later.

What are your PRINCE2 weekend exam pass rates?

For students attending our PRINCE2 Foundation weekend training, the pass rate has remained at 99.5% since 2012. For students attending our PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner weekend course, our pass rate has remained at 83% for the PRINCE2 Practitioner exams.

What's the difference between the PRINCE2 Foundation and PRINCE2 Practitioner examinations?

Both exams are multiple-choice exams. The PRINCE2 Foundation exam lasts for 1 hour, and it tests candidates on the terminology and concepts of the PRINCE2 methodology. The PRINCE2 Practitioner exam lasts for 2.5 hours, but has different styles of multiple-choice question, and tests candidates on their ability to apply the PRINCE2 method to a project scenario.

Are the PRINCE2 exams difficult?

The PRINCE2 Foundation exam is more straightforward than the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam. The latter requires you not only to understand the PRINCE2 method, but also to apply it to a specific project scenario. Thorough exam preparation is a crucial part of our PRINCE2 weekend courses.

Of the people who attend our PRINCE2 courses, 99.5% pass the PRINCE2 Foundation exam and 83% pass the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam. For further information about this, see our blog article "How hard is the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam?”

How long do PRINCE2 qualifications last?

PRINCE2 Foundation certification never expires; PRINCE2 Practitioner certification lasts three years. During those three years, you can keep your PRINCE2 Practitioner certification up to date by accruing CPD points via the AXELOS Membership scheme, or you can simply do the PRINCE2 Practitioner exam again after three years.

Are there any example PRINCE2 exam questions?

Yes. As part of your PRINCE2 weekend training pre-course study and homework, you’ll be given access to 2 full sample PRINCE2 Foundation exam papers and 2 full sample PRINCE2 Practitioner exam papers.

General

Is Knowledge Train related to other companies with similar names?

No. We have no partner or subsidiary companies. However, we have noticed since we started in 2005 that other companies have tried to copy us by taking part of our name. That’s why you’ll see other PRINCE2 training providers with the word ‘Knowledge’ in the name. Always better to go with the original though rather than with cheap copies! Read our story here.

Do you have a good reputation?

Since 2005 we have established a reputation for the highest standards in the industry. Don’t just believe what we tell you though – trust what our students say. Our Google reviews by our former students are the best of any PRINCE2 training provider in the UK. That’s proof of our commitment to provide unrivalled service and quality to all our customers.

What about your PRINCE2 trainers?

Our instructors have both a combination of real-world experience of the subject and teaching or PRINCE2 training experience. Trainers with poor student feedback do not stay working for us. Find out more about our PRINCE2 trainers here.

Where is the PRINCE2 venue?

Our PRINCE2 weekend courses take place at 14 Charterhouse Square, London, EC1M 6AX. Read more about our venues here.

I use a wheelchair. Can I get access to the venue?

This depends upon the venue. Please call us to check whether wheelchair access is provided.

Can you deliver PRINCE2 training at my company's premises?

Yes. All our PRINCE2 training courses are available as in-house training. Please contact us for a quote here.

Does your PRINCE2 weekend training offer value for money?

Yes. Our PRINCE2 weekend training prices are competitive, all-inclusive and contain no hidden costs. Because we offer a high-quality training experience, you are far more likely to pass with us than with our cheaper competitors. If you are shopping around and want to compare PRINCE2 training providers, make sure you keep these questions in mind.

Payment & refunds

Do you offer discounts for group bookings?

Yes. Please contact us to discuss your requirements with our customer service staff.

Do you charge VAT?

We charge VAT at the standard rate of 20%. If you’re an individual paying yourself, you will have to pay the VAT, even if you live outside the UK. In some rare cases your organisation might be exempt from paying VAT. In such a situation, we normally need a certificate to prove VAT exemption.

Can I change my PRINCE2 weekend course dates if something comes up?

You can change your course date up to 2 weeks before the course starts subject to an amendment fee of £125 + VAT. Changes cannot be made to the booking within 2 weeks of the course start date. We are very customer centric and always try to work with customers to achieve an outcome that works for everyone. Please see our full terms and conditions for more details.

Are your PRINCE2 weekend courses refundable?

Bookings may be cancelled if written notice is received at least 4 weeks prior to the start-date of the PRINCE2 course. In such cases a fee of £75 + VAT will be charged. If a cancellation notice is received between 4 and 2 weeks prior to the start of the course, there will be a penalty charge of 50% of the fee for that course. If notice is received less than 2 weeks before the start of the course, then no part of the course fee will be refunded. Please see our full terms and conditions for more details.

How long does my booking confirmation take?

Bookings placed by 5pm on a working day are always processed same day. If we haven’t received payment for a booking, an invoice will be emailed to you. If we have received payment for a booking, joining instructions will be emailed to you for classroom courses confirmed to run, or online courses.

Bookings placed outside business hours will be processed in the morning of the next working day following the same procedure above.

For classroom PRINCE2 weekend courses not yet confirmed to run at the time of booking, a seat is reserved on the course when we process the booking. Joining instructions will be sent as soon as the course is confirmed to run. We ensure to notify the delegates of the course status at least 2 weeks before the course start date.

Are there any additional costs?

No. Everything is included in the price. This includes your tuition, course materials, sample exams, pre-course study, PRINCE2 exam fees and certification. You also have unlimited tea, coffee, water and biscuits and free Wi-Fi.

If you’re doing a PRINCE2 Foundation or Foundation & Practitioner weekend course, you’ll also receive the official PRINCE2 manual. If you’re taking a PRINCE2 Practitioner weekend course, the PRINCE2 manual is NOT included. If you don’t have a manual already you can buy one when you sign up for the PRINCE2 Practitioner weekend training.