PRINCE2 Agile

Overview

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®. In other words, PRINCE2 Agile combines the control of PRINCE2 with the agility of Agile.

PRINCE2 Agile is an extension module tailored for forward-thinking organizations and individuals already benefiting from PRINCE2. It provides further guidance on how to apply agile methods to the world's most recognized project management method.

Objectives

PRINCE2 Agile has been developed as a single-tier Practitioner qualification. The purpose of the Practitioner qualification is to demonstrate that you can apply and tailor PRINCE2 Agile in a scenario situation. ​

A successful Practitioner candidate should be able to start applying the method to a real project but may not be sufficiently skilled to do this appropriately for all situations.

Your individual project management expertise, the complexity of the project, and the support provided for the use of PRINCE2 Agile in your work environment will all be factors that impact what you can achieve. PRINCE2 Agile's primary purpose:

• To support organizations and individuals who are using PRINCE2 and wish to extend their knowledge and understanding of Agile
• To apply Agile concepts within their existing project management environment

For Organization

• Earlier return on investment and 'flow-based" working for greater efficiency
• Improved communication by encouraging the use of common terminology across PRINCE2 and agile disciplines
• Clear definition of how agile can govern a project's delivery, whilst PRINCE2 governs projects as a whole
• Greater flexibility and proven processes of PRINCE2 with agile- to deliver the best of both worlds

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​For Individuals

• Improved position in the job market and career progression within project and program management by being at the forefront of Practitioners achieving the new PRINCE2 Agile qualification
• An internationally recognized qualification, which will demonstrate your ability to apply best practice approaches to managing any and every kind of project – no matter the size or scale
• A broad understanding of all of the key agile concepts and how these blend seamlessly into the PRINCE2 methodology
• Completing your PRINCE2 Agile qualification will earn individuals 15 professional development points towards a professional membership, maintaining your PRINCE2 qualification ​​