Prince 2

PRINCE2, Projects in Controlled Environments, is a widely used project management method which helps you navigate through all the essentials for running a successful project. Since its introduction in 1989 as a government standard for IT project management, PRINCE has been taken on by both the public and private sectors and is now recognized as a de facto standard for project management. PRINCE is a flexible method and although originally designed for the management of IT projects is now aimed at all other types of projects. PRINCE2 project management method supports US Federal government project managers as they deliver IT investments while satisfying requirements of the Clinger-Cohen Act and Capital Planning and Investment Control.
 
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Project Management - PRINCE2™ 2009 Publications

"The updated guidance will help those running projects of any size and in any environment to effectively deliver what is required by appropriately managing the costs, timescales, quality, scope, risks and benefits.

The latest version of 'Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2' represents an evolution of the previous manuals. The basic method remains but by building on feedback from users, the new manual aims to be more accessible and easier to tailor. For those people who sponsor or direct projects there is a revolution in that they now have a role specific guide targeted for their needs." Andy Murray, Lead Author, PRINCE2.

The Official PRINCE2 2009 Portfolio includes:

• The OGC required products. These are the OGC Core Reference material and a range of OGC derived products. All products that are OGC-required are "Crown copyright - value-added".

• Complementary material from the Official Publisher, Official Accreditor and web based complementary products.

Core Reference Material

• Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2™ 2009 Edition
• Directing Successful Projects with PRINCE2™ 2009 Edition

OGC Derived Products

• An Introduction to PRINCE2™: Managing and Directing Successful Projects
• Passing your PRINCE2™ Examinations 2009 Edition

Complementary Products

• The Executive Guide to Directing Projects: within a PRINCE2™ and MSP™ Environment

Core Reference Material

Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2™. 2009 Edition. Author: Office of Government Commerce (OGC). This publication provides a universally applicable project management method - the principles, processes and techniques that enable individuals and organisations to successfully deliver their projects within time, cost and quality constraints. Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2™ forms part of a pair of publications that are the result of the PRINCE2: 2009 Project to update the PRINCE2 guidance. Its companion is Directing Successful Projects with PRINCE2™. The title has been designed to be a role specific handbook for Project Managers, Team Managers and Project Support.

The new 2009 edition:

• Explains the principles that underpin PRINCE2
• Describes the PRINCE2 processes in their entirety
• Describes 'Key Themes' of project management, specific to PRINCE2, that are required for the processes to be effective
• Cross-references techniques that may be applied
• Explains how to tailor the method
• Provides context of when and how to use PRINCE2 for different project environments (e.g. standalone or as part of a programme)
• Like the 2005 guidance, contains chapters on Starting Up a Project, Directing a Project, Initiating a Project, Controlling a Stage, Managing Product Delivery, Managing Stage Boundary, and Closing a Project.

Key features:

• Includes real world examples and illustrations in each chapter
• Contains a list of further information
• Glossary - definition of acronyms and terms used.

In addition, the guidance also looks at the wider role of the Project Manager, including:

• Soft skills of the project manager
• Leading and managing
• Stakeholder engagement and communication planning
• Organisational change management
• PRINCE2 in different types of organisation and cultures
• Training needs for project teams.

Contains extensive appendices on the following topics:

• Product Descriptions
• Governance
• Role Definitions - Responsibilities and typical competencies by role
• Product Based Planning example
• Health Check.

342 pp. ISBN 9780113310593. $150.00; single user license $130; online licenses: 1st concurrent license $450.00, 5 concurrent licenses $1800.00  (email Pam for additional license information)

Managing and Directing successful projects with Prince2 online licenses: single user license: $220. 1 concurrent license $720.00;  5 concurrent licenses $2880.00 (email Pam for additional license information)

Directing Successful Projects with PRINCE2™ 2009 Edition. This publication has been designed to be a role specific handbook for senior managers and project board members, which describes how to oversee projects being managed using PRINCE2. The guide sets PRINCE2 in the wider context of project management (but still non-specific for industry sector) and describes or cross-references techniques which support the PRINCE2 method. Directing Successful Projects with PRINCE2™ forms part of a pair of publications that are the result of the PRINCE2: 2009 Project to update the PRINCE2 guidance. Its companion is Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2™.

The title contains chapters on:

• The Duties and Behaviours of the Project Board
• The Project Board's activities, covering:
  • Starting up a project
  • Authorising Initiation
  • Authorising a Project
  • Authorising a Stage
  • Giving Ad Hoc Direction
  • Authorising Closure
  • Reviewing Benefits
  • Tailoring PRINCE2.

'Directing Successful Projects with PRINCE2™' forms part of a pair of publications that are the result of the PRINCE2: 2009 Project to update the PRINCE2 guidance. Its companion is 'Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2™'.

Key features:

• Includes real world examples and illustrations in each chapter.
• Contains a list of further information.
• Glossary - Definition of acronyms and terms used.
• Contains appendices on the following topics:
  • Product Description Outlines
  • Governance
  • Role Descriptions.

166 pp. ISBN 9780113310609. $90.00

OGC Derived Products

An Introduction to PRINCE2™: Managing and Directing Successful Projects. Following the PRINCE2: 2009 Project, there are now two editions for PRINCE2; ' Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2™' and 'Directing Successful Projects with PRINCE2™. This guide provides a high level introduction to the updated PRINCE2 method covering both the "Managing" and "Directing" publications. It introduces the principles, processes and key themes, and gives practical examples of applying the method in practice. The 2009 edition of Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2 represents an evolution of the previous manuals. The basic methodology remains, but by building on comments from users, this new manual aims to be more accessible and easier to tailor for specific individual needs. The new Directing Successful Projects with PRINCE2 is aimed at supporting the senior manager responsible for a project, specifically those managers undertaking an executive role on a project for the first time. This guide provides a high level introduction to the updated PRINCE2 method covering both the "Managing" and "Directing" publications. It introduces the principles, processes and key themes, and gives practical examples of applying the method in practice.

Key features:

• Introduction to PRINCE2: Principles, Processes and Themes.
• Describes the PRINCE2 processes and how they can be applied in practice.
• Details the Project Board duties and behaviours.
• Tailoring PRINCE2 to the project environment.
• Appendices for project descriptions, a glossary of terms and further information.

115 pp. ISBN 9780113311880. $50.00

Passing the PRINCE2™ Examinations 2009 Edition
Essential reading for those intending to take the new Foundation and Practitioner courses for PRINCE2™ 2009, 'Passing the PRINCE2™ Examinations 2009 Edition' has been revised to include the updated syllabus. It is also suitable for students undertaking self-study and/or online training for the exams. This publication contains sample papers which feature actual exam questions taken from a bank of questions provided by the Official Accreditor, APMG, so the exam questions in the book may appear on the day of your exam. The sample papers are also presented in the same way as they appear in the exam.

Key features:

• Syllabus and learning outcomes
• 2009 Examinations design and editorial standards
• Foundation level sample paper and candidate guidance
• Practitioner level sample paper and candidate guidance

ISBN 9780113311903. $40.00

Complementary Products

The Executive Guide to Directing Projects: within a PRINCE2™ and MSP™ Environment
'The Executive Guide to Directing Projects: within a PRINCE2™ and MSP™ Environment' is an accessible summary of the full guidance in a portable format suitable for quick reference or a quick read - a "ten minute guide" for the busy project board member. It is aimed at experienced senior managers and project board members who are already familiar with PRINCE2, and therefore do not require frequent reference to the full guidance. ISBN 9780113311897. $50.00
 

Backlist

Business Benefits through Project Management.
OGC. 2002.
Around 66% of projects fail. This book shows senior managers how PRINCE2 can allow them to delegate yet retain control of the big picture, and how projects can be initiated and run successfully without massive management cost or overhead. In short, it helps ensure that business projects succeed, and yield the expected benefits. Paperback.
ISBN 0 11 330898 1  $50.00

Controlling contractors' services on a PRINCE project. 
Programme and project management library series. 
CCTA. 1993. 
Paperback, 104 pp.  
ISBN 0 11 330588 5  $70.00

Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2. 2005 New Edition. Author: Office of Government Commerce (OGC). Published: 06 Jun 2005. This reference manual describes the PRINCE2 project management method which provides detailed guidance on how to set up, organise, manage, control and deliver your projects on time, within budget and to the right quality. PRINCE2 is an easy to follow structured method suitable for any type of project. The processes and techniques in PRINCE2 will help your project team cope with the risks, challenges and opportunities of today's rapidly changing environment.

Passing the PRINCE2 Examinations. 
Project management. 
CCTA. 1999. 
This is an invaluable guide for the prospective candidate for the PRINCE2 Certificate whether sitting the examinations at an open center or with an accredited training provider. The authors guide gives many hints and tips for making the most of PRINCE2 knowledge when preparing for the examinations and answering the questions in the exam situation. Key features: A short and clear guide covering exam technique • An example of both the Foundation and the Practitioner Examination papers with fully worked answers • An analysis of options the candidate has for approaching the Practitioner Examination questions • An example of the APM Groups question papers and marking scheme. Paperback, 53 pp. 
ISBN 0 11 330912 0  $30.00

People Issues and PRINCE2.  
OGC. 2001. 
Some of the major threats to successful project delivery are caused by people issues. Even the best project management tools are subject to inconsistent application by individuals. While the PRINCE2 Manual details the best project management, no implementation is risk free, so this title identifies problem areas such as politics, motivation and absence, and how to best overcome them. Key Features: Leading practitioners’ and trainers’ expertise forms the basis for this guidance • Guidance meshes with the PRINCE2 Manual and is consistent and compliant with PRINCE2 method • Aimed at newly qualified, novice and aspiring project managers • This book is a bridge between the theory of the Manual/Method and PRINCE2 in practice • Integrity of guidance and means by which it was written indicated by OGC endorsement. Paperback, 160 pp. 
ISBN 0 11 330896 5  $50.00 

PRINCE2 Pocketbook.
CCTA. 1997.
A quick reference guide for using PRINCE2, this title should be used in conjunction with Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2.
ISBN 0 11 330853 1  $14.00 (single copy)
ISBN 0 11 330900 7  $70.00 (pack of 10 copies)

PRINCE2 An Outline. 
CCTA. 1997.
This book provides an introduction to the PRINCE2 project management method in a concise and easy to follow format. This is a useful aid for those wanting to know more about PRINCE2 before embracing the method through the reference manual and CD. It is also practical for those who have a part to play in a project being run by PRINCE2 and also for those who have used PRINCE2 in a project specific role but need to widen their understanding of the methodology.
ISBN 0 11 330854 X  $20.00

PRINCE companion: project and team manager. 
David E. Marsh. 1998. 
The Project Manager's and Specialist Team Manager's Companion to PRINCE 2. Essential guidance to any project manager as to what is required of them during a project, this publication provides a clear overview of what they should expect from the other member of the Project Team. It enables both organizations and managers of the projects through the controllable use of resources and ability to manage business and risk more effectively. Paperback, 212 pp. 
ISBN 0 11 70229 6 9  $70.00

PRINCE companion: project assurance function. 
David E. Marsh. 1998. 
Essential guidance to any members of staff who have been allocated responsibilities as part of the Project assurance Function. Paperback, 200 pp.
ISBN 0 11 702297 7  $70.00

PRINCE Structured project management. 
CCTA. 1996. 
Introduction to PRINCE version 1 manual, PRINCE quality guide, Technical, Management, Configuration Management. Binder, 750 pp.
ISBN 0 11 330847 7  $207.00

Tailoring PRINCE2.
OGC. 2002.
PRINCE2 is a highly adaptable and effective project management method, but knowing how best to apply it can seem daunting. This book guides readers between over-zealous formality on the one hand, and short cuts on the other, providing practical, compliant advice designed to keep PRINCE projects moving but under control. Advice is delivered topic by topic, and there is general help on how, when and why particular aspects of projects need tailoring. 
ISBN 0 11 330897 3  $50.00

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