Exam Format

• Exam Code: EX0-002
  
• Certification Level: Foundation
  
• Exam Duration: 60 minutes
  
• Passing Score: 60% for the current PRINCE2 7 Foundation exam; legacy EX0-002 pass score should be confirmed with the exam provider
  
• Unscored Content: Not publicly disclosed

Exam Details

• Question Types: Multiple choice questions
  
• Number of Questions: 60 questions for the current PRINCE2 7 Foundation exam; legacy EX0-002 question count should be confirmed before booking
  
• Hands-On Questions: The exam is knowledge-based and does not include separate hands-on lab tasks. It assesses understanding of PRINCE2 principles, themes, processes, project roles, management products, and structured project management terminology.

Exam Policies

• Online Proctoring: The EX0-002 PRINCE2 Foundation exam is an older EXIN exam code and may no longer be available for new bookings through current official channels.
  
• In-Person Testing: Availability depends on exam provider, country, and whether legacy exam delivery is still supported. Candidates should confirm current availability before scheduling.
  
• Open Book: No
  
• Electronic Equipment Allowed: No
  
• Waiting Period: Not publicly disclosed for the legacy EX0-002 exam
  
• Retake Fee: A new exam voucher or applicable retake fee may be required for each retake, depending on provider policy.

Certification Validity and Renewal

• Validity: Legacy PRINCE2 Foundation certifications were traditionally treated as lifetime credentials. Current PeopleCert renewal rules may apply to newer PRINCE2 certifications, so candidates should confirm recognition and renewal requirements with PeopleCert or the relevant certification body.
  
• Renewal Options: No direct renewal route is generally promoted for EX0-002. Candidates are recommended to take the current PRINCE2 Foundation certification through PeopleCert for updated recognition.

Exam Fee

• Base Fee: Legacy EX0-002 exam pricing is not publicly listed on current official exam pages because the exam code is old and may no longer be available for new bookings. Current PRINCE2 Foundation exam pricing varies by country and provider.
  
• Taxes: Country-specific VAT/GST may apply.
  
• Example: If the exam fee is $243 USD in India, 18% tax applies, making the total $286.74 USD ($243 + $43.74 tax)

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for taking the PRINCE2 Foundation exam. However, it is recommended to have:

• Basic understanding of project management concepts
  
• Familiarity with project roles, planning, risks, issues, and business justification
  
• Awareness of project governance and controlled project delivery
  
• Interest in structured project management methods
  
• Study of official PRINCE2 Foundation training materials and sample papers

Exam Topics

• PRINCE2 Overview: Purpose, structure, benefits, terminology, and project management approach
  
• PRINCE2 Principles: Continued business justification, learning from experience, defined roles and responsibilities, managing by stages, managing by exception, focusing on products, and tailoring
  
• PRINCE2 Themes: Business case, organization, quality, plans, risk, change, and progress
  
• PRINCE2 Processes: Starting up a Project, Directing a Project, Initiating a Project, Controlling a Stage, Managing Product Delivery, Managing a Stage Boundary, and Closing a Project
  
• Project Roles and Responsibilities: Project Board, Executive, Senior User, Senior Supplier, Project Manager, Team Manager, Project Assurance, and Project Support
  
• Management Products: Business Case, Project Initiation Documentation, Risk Register, Issue Register, Quality Register, Highlight Report, End Stage Report, and Lessons Report
  
• Project Controls: Tolerances, stages, exception management, reporting, issue control, change control, and progress monitoring
  
• Tailoring PRINCE2: Applying PRINCE2 appropriately based on project size, complexity, risk, importance, and delivery environment

Intended Audience

The PRINCE2 Foundation certification is ideal for professionals who want to understand structured project management, including roles such as:

• Project Manager
  
• Project Coordinator
  
• Project Support Officer
• Team Leader
  
• Business Analyst
  
• IT Manager
  
• Change Manager
  
• Project Team Member

Career Impact

Jobs You Can Get:

• Project Coordinator, Junior Project Manager, Project Support Officer, PMO Analyst, Business Analyst, Project Administrator, Change Coordinator, Delivery Associate, etc.

Average Salary:

• Varies by country — U.S.: $65,000–$110,000 USD,
• India: ₹5,00,000–₹15,00,000 INR,
• United Kingdom: £32,000–£65,000 GBP,
• UAE: 100,000–220,000 AED per year.

Why It’s Valuable:

• PRINCE2 Foundation helps professionals understand a globally recognized project management method used to manage projects with clear roles, business justification, governance, control, and structured delivery.

Exam Mode

• The EX0-002 exam was traditionally delivered as a proctored exam through EXIN or authorized exam partners. Since this is an older PRINCE2 exam code, candidates should verify current availability before attempting to book. Current PRINCE2 Foundation certifications are generally delivered through PeopleCert.

Exam Booking Link

• Book your current PRINCE2 Foundation Exam via PeopleCert — Click here (https://www.peoplecert.org/browse-certifications/project-programme-and-portfolio-management/PRINCE2-2/PRINCE2-7-foundation-3579)

Once you pass the exam

• Candidates who pass receive the PRINCE2 Foundation certification for the applicable syllabus
  
• Exam results are provided through the exam provider or candidate portal
  
• Digital certificate access may be available through the provider’s certification portal
  
• Candidates can share the credential with employers and professional networks
  
• Candidates may progress to PRINCE2 Practitioner for advanced project management certification

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