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PeopleCert · Project Management & Agile · Associate

PRINCE2 Foundation exam guide

Exam PRINCE2 7 Foundation

PRINCE2 7 Foundation validates knowledge of the PRINCE2 method: its 7 principles, 7 practices, 7 processes and the people element added in the 7th edition. It is the most requested project management credential in the UK, Europe and Australia, and the required step before PRINCE2 Practitioner.

Questions60
Time limit60 minutes
Passing score60% (36/60)
Exam feeSee official page
Valid for3 years
DeliveryPeopleCert online proctored or via accredited training organization

Format: Multiple choice, closed book, no negative marking. Fee note: Price varies by region and provider; usually bundled with accredited training; Take2 retake option available.

Who it's for

Project team members, coordinators and new project managers, especially in UK, European, Australian or public-sector organizations that run PRINCE2.

What the exam covers

Principles—
People—
Practices (business case, organizing, plans, quality, risk, issues, progress)—
Processes—
Tailoring PRINCE2 to the project context—

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Eligibility & prerequisites

Required: None

Recommended: Basic awareness of project work; no experience required.

Keeping it active

Valid 3 years. Renew by retaking the exam, passing another exam in the same product suite, or logging CPD (60 points over 3 years) through a PeopleCert Plus membership.

Skills & careers

Skills it validates

  • Applying the 7 PRINCE2 principles
  • Understanding roles in the project management team
  • Business case and benefits management
  • Management by stages and exception
  • Product-based planning
  • Risk, issue and change control procedures

Job roles

Project CoordinatorProject Support OfficerJunior Project ManagerPMO AnalystProject ManagerTeam Manager

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PRINCE2 Foundation

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  1. Week 1: Read Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2 (7th edition) chapters on principles, people and the first practices.
  2. Week 2: Remaining practices and the 7 processes; draw the process model from memory.
  3. Week 3: Learn role responsibilities and management products; take two official sample papers.
  4. Week 4: Review weak areas, take a final timed sample paper and book the exam.

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Exam-day tips

  • Learn which role owns each management product; many questions test responsibilities.
  • Know the difference between tolerances at project, stage and work package levels.
  • There is no negative marking, so answer every question.
  • Watch for 7th edition terms (people, sustainability, digital and data management) that did not exist in PRINCE2 6.
  • Eligible candidates testing outside their native language can request 25% extra time.

Key terms for this exam

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Frequently asked questions

What is the PRINCE2 7 Foundation pass mark?

60%, which is 36 of 60 questions.

Is PRINCE2 Foundation open book?

No. Foundation is closed book; Practitioner allows the official manual.

How much does PRINCE2 Foundation cost?

Prices vary by country and provider; most candidates buy it bundled with accredited training. Check PeopleCert or your provider for a current quote.

Does PRINCE2 Foundation expire?

PRINCE2 7 certifications must be renewed within three years by re-exam, a higher exam in the suite, or CPD through PeopleCert Plus.

PRINCE2 Foundation vs CAPM?

PRINCE2 is a method and is favored in the UK, Europe and Australia; CAPM is based on PMI standards and is favored in North America.

Official page: www.peoplecert.org. Reviewed November 2026. Vendors change fees and objectives, so confirm with the vendor before you book. Spot something out of date? Tell us.