October 2025 - ATI Mirage

Projects today span multiple systems, teams, and time zones, adding layers of risk as budgets and timelines grow tighter. Without a shared method, momentum fades and risks increase.

Could a proven framework help? PRINCE2 brings structure, roles, and checkpoints that scale. Learn how it works, why it still fits today, and how it can lift outcomes in Perth and beyond.

What is PRINCE2?

PRINCE2 stands for Projects IN Controlled Environments and uses a globally recognised, process-based method. It began in government and now guides projects in every industry. Its continued use reflects strong, practical governance.

PRINCE2 defines clear roles and responsibilities. It divides work into controlled stages. It uses documentation to support accountability and decision-making. It keeps attention on the business case from start to finish.

The Foundation level builds shared language and core concepts. The Practitioner level focuses on application and tailoring. Together, they help teams run projects with control and confidence.

Why PRINCE2 is Still Relevant Today

PRINCE2 adapts to different sizes, sectors, and levels of complexity. You can scale it up or down. You can tailor it to your context without losing control.

Key benefits include:

Clear governance and auditability
Constant focus on the business justification
Defined roles and responsibilities across the team
Stage-by-stage reviews with agreed tolerances

Across the world, PRINCE2 has over one million certified professionals in 150+ countries and 18 languages. Studies show PRINCE2 delivers strong governance, clear guidance, and consistent success in complex projects, with the majority of respondents valuing it for repetitive tasks.

Closer to home, the WA Government recommends PRINCE2 as its primary ICT project methodology for agencies. WA Health mandates PRINCE2 for ICT projects through its ICT governance policy.

PRINCE2 vs Other Project Management Methodologies

Project management approaches vary in focus and strengths. The table below compares PRINCE2 with Agile, Scrum, and PMI’s PMBOK, showing how each supports different aspects of project delivery:

Methodology	Primary Focus	Key Strengths	Limitations	Best Use Cases
PRINCE2	Process control and decision authority	Clear governance, defined roles, structured stages	Less flexible for changing requirements	Projects needing strong oversight and accountability
Agile	Iterative delivery and customer value	Adaptability, stakeholder engagement, and rapid feedback	Less formal governance, harder to track big-picture progress	Products needing frequent changes and continuous improvement
Scrum	Iterative delivery within fixed timeframes	Team autonomy, quick releases, transparency	Narrow scope, less suited for large, complex governance	Small to medium product development teams
PMBOK (PMI)	Knowledge areas and good practices	Comprehensive framework, adaptable to various industries	Not a step-by-step method, can be abstract	Large or diverse projects needing standardised practices

Learn more: What Are the Five Stages of Project Management?

Why PRINCE2 Training Matters

Formal PRINCE2 training sharpens project management skills and builds a shared framework for smoother collaboration. Certification adds credibility with employers and clients while improving career mobility.

You’ll learn to manage risk, control costs and schedules, strengthen stakeholder communication, and align projects with business objectives. Certified professionals often raise team performance by modelling disciplined practice.

What to Look For

Choose training with experienced facilitators who connect theory to real-world challenges. Look for flexible delivery options and full coverage of both Foundation and Practitioner levels so that you can apply the method effectively in any environment.

PRINCE2 Course in Perth with ATI-Mirage

ATI-Mirage delivers PRINCE2 training in Perth through in-person sessions. Our facilitators draw on extensive project experience, connecting PRINCE2 principles to real-world tools and challenges.

We offer Foundation and Practitioner courses that show you how to tailor the method to your environment. Each program builds the skills and confidence you need to succeed in formal certification.

PRINCE2 training suits project managers, coordinators, business analysts, PMO staff, team leads, and professionals moving into project roles. It’s valuable for anyone aiming to improve project control and collaboration.

Course	Level and prerequisites	Key topics
Project Management	Introductory. No prerequisites.	Scope, scheduling, stakeholder engagement, monitoring, and closeout.
PRINCE2® 7 Foundation	Foundation. Requires a moderate project management knowledge.	Principles, practices, processes, and exam preparation.
PRINCE2® 7 Practitioner	Practitioner. Requires PRINCE2 Foundation.	Tailoring, application, roles, process activities, and exam preparation.
PRINCE2® 7 Foundation + Practitioner	Foundation and Practitioner. Requires a moderate project management knowledge.	Full PRINCE2 pathway from concepts to application.
PRINCE2 Agile® Foundation	Foundation. Requires a moderate project management knowledge.	Agile concepts, blending with PRINCE2, what to fix and flex.
PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner	Practitioner. Requires PRINCE2 Agile Foundation.	Applying PRINCE2 in agile contexts, focus areas, tailoring, and exam prep.

We provide practical, hands-on training with facilitator support, and design our sessions to be interactive and real-world focused. You get post-course help desk support to embed your skills. We run small groups for maximum learning. We also offer related courses in change leadership and Microsoft Project.

Prefer a tailored program for your team? We can customise content and delivery.
Explore all our Project Management courses.

5 Practical Steps to Apply PRINCE2 on Day One

Step 1: Write a clear project brief and confirm the sponsor: Capture the purpose, objectives, and key deliverables, and secure your sponsor’s agreement before moving forward.
Step 2: Define roles and create a simple RACI: Clarify responsibilities for every major task and make sure everyone understands their part from the start.
Step 3: Set stage boundaries and tolerances: Agree on limits for time, cost, and scope for each stage to maintain control without micromanaging.
Step 4: Build a risk register and issue log: Assign clear owners for each item and update regularly to keep risks visible and manageable.
Step 5: Schedule highlight reports and stage reviews: Report progress at agreed intervals and use reviews to confirm achievements and approve the next stage.

Take the Next Step Toward Project Excellence

PRINCE2 equips individuals and organisations with a clear, proven structure to deliver projects with confidence. With the right training, those principles move from theory to action, becoming habits that drive consistent results.

Explore a PRINCE2 course in Perth with ATI-Mirage and gain a lasting edge. Start with our Project and Change Management programs today.

Canva has grown from a simple design platform into a global tool used by millions. Businesses now rely on it to create professional-quality graphics, presentations, and documents quickly.

For teams with limited time and resources, it offers an accessible way to achieve polished results. Understanding how to use Canva professionally can help your workplace communicate more clearly and produce better-looking documents, and our Canva courses give you the skills to make that possible.

What is Canva for Business?

Canva is an online design platform that lets you create everything from documents to social media graphics. Individuals use it for personal projects, while Canva for Business adds extra features built for workplace needs.

The standout difference lies in its professional toolkit. Teams gain access to shared brand kits, collaboration features, and premium templates. These functions support workplace needs, where consistent branding and efficient teamwork matter most.

Canva for Business empowers teams to:

Store and apply brand logos, fonts, and colours across all designs.
Collaborate in real time on shared projects.
Manage access rights to maintain quality and consistency.
Track design performance with insights and analytics to guide future projects.

With over 4 million monthly visits from Australia, Canva shows that design is a clear priority for local businesses.

Why Use Canva in the Workplace?

Starting every design from scratch is time-consuming. Plus, if you don’t have professional graphic designers on your team, there is no guarantee that the result will be on-brand or high-quality.

Canva removes these risks with templates and print-ready documents that help you create reports, presentations, and marketing materials in minutes. You can also create your own templates, locking in logos, colours, and fonts to keep documents consistently professional.

Canva also improves collaboration with real-time editing, comments, and fast approvals. This simplifies sign-off and prevents versions from getting lost in long email chains.

How to Use Canva Professionally in the Workplace

Canva’s versatility means that you can apply it across different functions. Here are some key ways businesses can use it effectively.

Presentations: Canva offers branded templates with modern layouts. These slides can support staff meetings, client pitches, or strategic updates.
Marketing materials: Canva simplifies creating brochures, posters, and other marketing assets, helping teams work faster while staying aligned with brand standards.
Internal documents: You can design reports, proposals, and training manuals in Canva. Clear visuals make these documents easier to read and more engaging for staff.
Team collaboration: With shared folders, permissions, and real-time editing, teams stay aligned. Managers can approve final drafts without slowing down the process.
Branding: Brand Kit allows businesses to lock in logos, colours, and fonts. Staff can then apply them automatically, reducing the risk of inconsistent designs.

Using Canva professionally is about applying these tools in structured, workplace-relevant ways rather than only for one-off projects.

Note that some features are restricted to Canva Pro subscribers.

Tips for Making the Most of Canva for Business

To get the best results from Canva, look beyond the basics and use features that support professional outcomes:

Customise Templates

Templates are helpful starting points, but they should never be the final product. Adapting layouts to reflect brand colours, fonts, and logos ensures every design feels unique yet consistent. This approach keeps communication professional while still allowing creativity to shine.

Explore Advanced Features

Canva offers more than simple graphics. Animation, video editing, and interactive charts add depth to presentations and reports. Using these advanced tools captures attention, improves engagement, and helps teams communicate complex ideas more effectively in internal and client-facing projects.

Integrate With Workplace Tools

Seamless integration takes Canva from a design tool to an essential business platform. Connecting with Microsoft 365, Slack, and similar tools streamlines workflows, moves designs smoothly across platforms, simplifies feedback, and speeds up collaboration.

Consider Premium Options

Larger teams benefit from Canva’s premium features like unlimited storage, additional brand kits, and advanced analytics. These tools give businesses greater control over branding, improved insights, and the flexibility to manage multiple projects at once.

Looking for more presentation options? Learn more: Unlocking the Power of PowerPoint: What It’s Really Used For.

Developing Professional Canva Skills Through Training

Canva is simple to start using, but the real value is in its more advanced features. Professional Canva training helps teams unlock advanced tools like brand kits and collaboration functions, apply sound design principles, and save time with expert shortcuts.

Our one-day Canva workshop in Perth will help you unlock the full potential of this versatile design platform. This course provides practical tools and techniques to create polished visuals for both personal and professional projects.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of the workshop, you will be able to:

Confidently navigate Canva and set up new projects.
Create professional-quality graphics for social media and workplace documents.
Design flyers, brochures, and email signatures that reflect your brand identity.
Apply branding consistently through Brand Kit and Canva templates.
Use Canva’s extensive library of photos, videos, and graphics, along with your own uploads.
Collaborate with colleagues using Canva’s team features, including notes and comments.
Export and share designs in a range of formats suitable for different needs.
Gain practical experience through a design challenge with feedback and support.

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