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Update to the PRINCE2 5th Edition Guidance

In 2017, AXELOS revised the PRINCE2 guidance and certification scheme. For more information on the latest version of the certification see our PRINCE2 6th edition certifications page.

PRINCE2 5th Edition Foundation and Practitoner exams are no longer available in Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Norwegian and Polish as PRINCE2 6th Edition has now been translated into these languages.

PRINCE2 5th Edition Foundation and Practitioner examinations can still be booked in the following languages:

  • Chinese
  • Czech
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Romanian
  • Russian
  • Spanish
  • Swedish
  • Portuguese (Brazil)

PRINCE2 5th Edition Re-Registration examinations can still be booked in the following languages:

  • Chinese
  • Italian
  • Spanish
  • Swedish
  • Portuguese (Brazil)

PRINCE2 5th Edition Foundation Training

Typically, classroom training for PRINCE2 Foundation lasts two and a half days and the examination takes place at the end of the training (this will vary depending on the training provider). You can also self-study for the Foundation exam and you may also choose to take training in another format such as distance learning. Training is delivered by Axelos' Accredited Training Organizations who set their own rates.

See our PRINCE2 Foundation, 6th Edition page for more information about taking this version of the certification.

Target Audience

This certification is aimed at current and aspiring project managers or professionals who manage projects. It is also relevant to other key staff involved in the design, development and delivery of projects, including: Project Board members (e.g. Senior Responsible Owners), Team Managers (e.g. Product Delivery Managers), Project Assurance (e.g. Business Change Analysts), Project Support (e.g. Project and Programme Office personnel) and operational line managers/staff.

Examination Format

  • Multiple choice questions
  • 75 questions per paper
  • Five questions to be trial and not counted in scores
  • 35 marks required (out of 70 available) to pass: 50% 
  • One hour's (60 minutes) duration
  • Closed book.

See our PRINCE2 Foundation, 6th Edition page for more information about taking this version of the certification.