ISO 21502 Foundation is both a training course and a certification. 

Candidates will be required to follow the training course in self-study mode or E-learning mode at their convenience, taking into account the 12 months timeframe for training and certification.  

Pre-recorded videos and materials will be made available to the candidate for further training. Candidates will also have access to an examination questionnaire to help them prepare for the exam. Candidates will be allowed two attempts at the exam, but these must be completed within the allotted time.

PECB ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager training helps you develop the skills needed to initiate, plan, monitor, lead, master and close a project according to ISO 21502 guidelines.  

In addition to providing the theoretical context of project management, the training offers practical examples and quizzes that will help you apply the knowledge gained in real-life scenarios.  

After completing the training, you will be able to register for the exam. If you pass the exam, you will be able to apply for the "PECB Certified ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager" credential. The internationally recognized "PECB ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager" certification validates your professional abilities and demonstrates that you have the knowledge and skills to manage a project according to the guidelines of ISO 21502.

The "ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager" training is aimed at: 

Project Managers 

Project Sponsors 

Expert Advisors 

Project Team Members 

Executives, managers and directors involved in project governance, direction and audits.  

People seeking to understand project management in depth.  

People wishing to start or advance their career in project management

This learner-centred training contains:  

Best practices used in project management 

Lectures illustrated with practical examples  

Interactions between trainer and participants through questions and discussions  

Quiz with independent questions (after each section) and scenario-based quizzes (at the end of each day), intended to prepare participants for the certification exam.

Day 1: Introduction to ISO 21502 and project management 

Day 2: Practices for integrated project management 

Day 3: Project management practices 

Day 4: Project management practices (continued) 

Day 5: Certification Exam

The ISO 21502 Foundation training course is intended for: 

Individuals seeking knowledge on the basic concepts of project management 

Project managers and members of project teams who want to get acquainted with ISO 21502 guidelines   

Individuals engaged in or responsible for delivering project outcomes and managing project risks  

Individuals wishing to pursue a career in project management 

At the end of this training, participants will be able to: 

Explain the fundamental concepts, approaches and methodologies of project management 

Implement integrated project management practices based on ISO 21502 when delivering a project 

Implement individual project management practices based on ISO 21502 when carrying out project activities

The "PECB Certified ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager" exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (PEC). The exam covers the following competency areas: 

Domain 1: Fundamental concepts and principles of project management 

Domain 2: Practices for integrated project management 

Domain 3: Individual project management practices 

The “ISO 21502 Foundation” exam will be 100% online. 

Candidates will be asked to come to 1simple1's premises or take the exam in our accredited exam room, where they will be supervised in real time. 

Exam and certification fees are included with the training. 

PECB will provide training material of over 400 pages of information and practical examples. 

A Certificate of Completion of 31 CPD (Continuing Vocational Development) units will be issued to participants who have completed the training. 

In case of failure of the exam, the candidate may retake the exam once free of charge within 12 months of the date of the initial exam.

The price online or face-to-face with an approved trainer is variable. Contact us for more details