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    Now with PRINCE2® 2017 update

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    PRINCE2® is the most widely used project management approach

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    PRINCE2® helps govern entire projects from start to end

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    Gain a PRINCE2® certification to flourish in the field of project management

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    Apply PRINCE2® methodologies to projects of any type and size

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    Courses delivered by PRINCE2® certified instructors

The aim of every organisation is to successfully manage its projects. To do this there are different ways. This is possible with PRINCE2® as the features required to manage projects effectively are present in PRINCE2®. PRINCE2® meaning PRoject In Controlled Environment, is a project management approach. PRINCE2® helps in the delivery of successful projects using its methodical approach. It has numerous templates, processes, steps, principles and themes that help it in project management. PRINCE2® focuses on the project as well as processes. It is widely used in private as well as public sectors, it has become the method for delivering projects belonging to different domains. It provides an efficient method for effective project management from beginning to end. PRINCE2® can be customised according to the type and size of the projects.

The CCTA (Central Computer Telecommunications Agency) developed PRINCE2® in 1989 to specify common project failure causes. Though popular, PRINCE2® was initially believed to be suitable for large projects. Later a new and updated version called PRINCE2® was developed which was more appropriate for a wide range of projects. PRINCE2® offers benefits which make it the best choice for project management.

PRINCE2® has two levels of certification; it includes foundation and practitioner.

PRINCE2® Foundation – This is the basic level that covers basic terminology and methodology of PRINCE2®. Concepts include project life cycle and project team roles. It is suitable for project managers and other staff members who play a significant role in project management process.

PRINCE2® Practitioner – This is the second certification level. It makes sure that the delegates have achieved knowledge of how to use and tailor PRINCE2® according to the project needs.

PRINCE2® Training Courses

Course Information

Why should I do PRINCE2 training courses?

Achieving PRINCE2® certification provides many benefits. It helps to improve project management and productivity at work. PRINCE2® certification contributes to enhancing your confidence as well as ability to complete every project efficiently. Having PRINCE2® certification helps delegates to get an ideal job faster. In today’s competitive world, you should attain the skills required to succeed, and PRINCE2® certification helps you do that. PRINCE2® certification is the best way to flourish in your career. It has become a significant benchmark within the industry. It is considered as a necessary skill for many project management jobs. PRINCE2® certification also shows that the individual is experienced and has knowledge of the main elements of project management to manage projects successfully from start to end.

Which PRINCE2® should I do?

As of now, PRINCE2® comes in two versions – the PRINCE2® 2009 version and the updated PRINCE2® 2017 version. PRINCE2® decided to update its version (pending since 2009) as the candidates were targeting to pass the PRINCE2® exam only and not implementing it. As of now there are very few examples of PRINCE2® that are available, as such the upgrade. With this upgrade the focus shifts from passing the exam to making use of the concepts that are mentioned in PRINCE2®. This update lay emphasis on enabling delegates to make use of PRINCE2® methodologies in a project environment and tailor PRINCE2® according to the project.

What are the benefits of PRINCE2® training courses?

PRINCE2® is a proven best project management methodology across 150 countries. It  helps to make improvements in an organisation by finding imperfections in the project and correcting them. Using PRINCE2® saves time as well as resources. PRINCE2® act as a standard language for project management. it helps to simplify communication between external and internal project professionals. It meets anticipations of clients. Another advantage of PRINCE2® is that it delivers projects within the budget, with quality and in the allotted time. The candidates get access to all these benefits by enrolling in the PRINCE2® training.

Why choose Pentagon training?

Pentagon training offers various training options depending on requirements of delegates. The course is delivered by experts in project management who possesses at least five years of experience. Pentagon training provides excellent customer support and makes your course supportive as well as interactive. Become an efficient project manager and accomplish your career goals. With the help of PRINCE2® certification manage projects efficiently and become a member of the project team. Pentagon training offers PRINCE2® training courses at an affordable price. 



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About Wakefield

Wakefield

In West Yorkshire, England, Wakefield is located. Wakefield is on the River Calder and Pennines eastern edge. In 2001 Wakefield had a population of around 77,512. It increased for five Wakefield wards called East, North, South, West and Rural to 77,512 according to 2011 census. Wakefield is also dubbed as ‘ Merrie City’ in Middle Ages. John Leland in 1538 described it as ‘ A quick market town and large and meately large. It is also a well-served market of fish and flesh from sea and rivers so that vital is good and cheap there. Wakefield Battle took place in Wars of the Roses. Wakefield became a famous centre for wool and a market town. In the 18th century, Wakefield made a trade in corn and textiles. In 1888 parish church of Wakefield acquired Cathedral status. It also became a county town of West Riding of Yorkshire. It was the seat of West Riding County Council from 1889 till 1974.

History

Along with railroad, many streams and lakes also played a significant role in economic growth of Wakefield. There were many damn and around twenty mill sites that include fulling mills, gristmills and carding mills along these waterways. Due to this development growing population expanded in seven separate villages, East Wakefield, South Wakefield, North Wakefield, Burleyville Wakefield corner, Sanbornville and Union. Sanbornville villages are now the primary business centre in Wakefield. The new town hall was constructed in Sanbornville in 1895. From Lovell lake , ice was shipped and harvested by two companies with the help of 16 to 20 train carloads to Boston and beyond it every day. At the beginning of 1900’s railroading was to the extreme with 25 trains in and out of Sanbornville every day.

In 1911, due to fire various rail yard buildings burned and operations centre shifted to Dover. After the emergence of electrification, need for ice reduced. The Later popularity of automobiles further reduced the need for rail travel. Finally, in 1969, Snow train which was a passenger train, made its final run.

During Second half of 20th century, a major industry in Wakefield was the development of 11 lakes. Development of summer homes and services needed to be provided. This helped later to provide incomes to many Wakefield residents. It helped to retain the rural character of Wakefield for which Wakefield is known.

Education

Oldest school Surviving in Wakefield is Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, a boys school established in 1591 by Queen Elizabeth by Royal Charter. The original building is in Brook Street that is now the Elizabethan Gallery. In 1854, QEGS school was moved to Northgate. The school was administered by Governors of Wakefield Charities who also opened Wakefield Girls High School ( WGHS) located at Wentworth-street in 1878. Church of England opened National Schools that include St Mary’s in the 1840s and St Johns in 1861. Original St Austin’s Catholic School was opened in 1838. In 1846 Methodist School was opened on Thornhill Street. Eastmoor School previously Pinders Primary School is only opened by Education Act 1870 which is still open.

Wakefield College has origins in School of Art and Craft of 1868. It is today the primary provider of 6th form and further education in the area with around 10,00 part-time and 3000 full-time students. It has campuses in the surrounding towns as well as in the city. In 2007 Wakefield College and Wakefield City Council announced plans to create a University Centre of Wakefield but bid for funding failed in 2009. Other schools with sixth forms include QEGS, Cathedral High School which is now an Arts College for age 11 to 18 and Wakefield High Girls School.

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