2.1 Open program
The term ‘open program’ refers to the training, education, guidance, and coaching provided by NIMO to the client at a location arranged by NIMO. NIMO offers advice and support in making the right choice.
Our Learning Academy serves as the personal point of contact and is available daily to assist you in your further development in project management, program and portfolio management.
If you have additional questions or would like advice on which training, education, guidance, or coaching is most suitable for you, please contact us directly at phone number +31 (0)33 – 472 00 73 or send an email to learning@nimo.nl.
2.2 Dates and Rates
The current (start) dates and applicable rates for participation in our open program can be found on www.nimo.nl. The training or education fee and the associated package are subject to 21% VAT. This also applies to the online learning environment, exams, and other training or education materials. Books are subject to 9% VAT.
The investment for an open program is structured as follows:
- Training, education, or guidance fee
- Package
- Training or education material
- Exam (if applicable)
Amounts are exclusive of any necessary participant overnight stay costs.
2.3 Registration
The underlying agreement for an open program is concluded by registering for a scheduled start date, at the rates offered at that time. Additional agreements or changes made after the conclusion of the agreement are only valid when confirmed in writing by NIMO.
Upon registration for an open program, you will receive an automatic confirmation by email. After registration, you have a cooling-off period of 2 weeks. You will also receive an invoice from NIMO after registration. Preferably, we send this digitally to the email address provided in the invoice details. This invoice must be settled before the start date.
2.4 Group Size
To maintain the open nature of a training or education program, we set a limit on the number of participants from a single organization who can register for the same start date of the training or education program. For training sessions, a maximum of 2 participants, and for education programs, a maximum of 5 participants from a single organization can enroll. The total number of participants in a training or education program is limited to a maximum of 12 participants and a minimum of 4 participants. This is to enable intensive participant involvement and provide sufficient individual attention.
2.5 Cancellation, Rescheduling and Absence
If you are unable to attend a training, education program, or guidance session, your spot can be taken by another employee from your organization. If this is not possible, and cancellation is necessary, you can do so without incurring costs up to one month before the start date. For cancellations between one month and two weeks before the start date, you are liable for 50% (or 100% for cancellations within two weeks) of the investment. Cancellation must be done in writing, and the date of the postmark or the date of sending the email is considered the cancellation date.
For coaching, you can reschedule without charge up to one week before the agreed-upon date. If a change is requested within one week, you are obligated to pay the full investment.
When moving a registration to a later start date, the same conditions apply as for cancellation. When rescheduling to a later start date between one month and two weeks before the start date, a fee of € 45 will be charged. If rescheduled within two weeks, in addition to this amount, you are liable for 50% of the investment.
For participation in an open program, it is expected that you reserve the training or education program dates in your calendar. If you are absent on a scheduled date for an open program, you cannot make up for it at a later time. Upon completion of a training, you will receive a certificate of participation. To qualify for a certificate of participation, you must be present for at least 75% of the scheduled dates. If you are present for at least 60% of the scheduled dates, you can request an alternative assignment from the trainer to still qualify for a certificate of participation.
2.6 ANIMO Online Learning Environment
A training or education program is complemented by our online learning environment, ANIMO. With ANIMO, you have access to all materials online for 12 months (from the first login). You will receive the login details for ANIMO after the kick-off. A fee of € 45 will be charged for renewal.
2.7 IPMA exam and guidance
Upon registration for an IPMA level D and IPMA level C Theory training, the exam is part of the training. You can choose from 2 exam dates, each 1 to 3 months after the end of the training. An IPMA exam is conducted by IPMA Certification. NIMO facilitates the process of registration for the IPMA exam and follows the rules of IPMA Certification.
For the IPMA level D exam, you will complete a self-assessment. In this assessment, you score yourself on a scale of 1-10 on the competencies of the ICB4. The self-assessment serves as a reflection on your own performance within projects. It is intended to make you consciously engaged in project management. The self-assessment is a requirement from IPMA Certification and must be submitted at least 2 weeks before the exam.
Postponing or cancelling the IPMA exam
Postponing or cancelling an IPMA exam is not free of charge. An exam can be postponed for a maximum of two months, and there can be a maximum of two postponements. The costs for postponing or cancelling an IPMA exam are:
Postponement:
> 4 weeks in advance: |
Free of charge |
< 4 weeks in advance: |
€ 124 * |
Cancellation:
> 4 weeks in advance: |
€ 124 |
< 4 weeks in advance: |
€ 181 |
*In case of cancelling or postponing the IPMA exam < 24 hours before the exam date, the full exam amount will be charged. NIMO additionally charges € 45 for postponing or cancelling the IPMA exam.
IPMA guidance
From the moment of intake, after enrolment in an IPMA guidance program, an 18-month guidance period applies for IPMA level C, and a 24-month guidance period applies for IPMA level B and A. After this period, the right to IPMA guidance from NIMO expires. Resumption of personal guidance by NIMO is possible by re-enrolling in and paying for the IPMA guidance program at levels C Practical, B, and A.
2.8 Prince2® and MSP® Exam
Upon registration for a PRINCE2 and MSP training, the exam (at the Foundation or Practitioner level) is part of the training. A PRINCE2 and MSP exam is conducted by the exam and certification body PeopleCert. NIMO provides an exam voucher for the registration process for the PRINCE2 and MSP exam and follows the rules of PeopleCert. The exam is exclusively available online.
Participation in the PRINCE2 of MSP exam
Approximately 2 weeks before the start of the training, you will receive an exam voucher. You must activate this exam voucher no later than one week before the start of the training (after installing the ‘Examshield’ app). After activation, the corresponding manual becomes available online as a PDF (e-book), which you will need during the training. The online manual may not be consulted during the Foundation exam but can be used during the Practitioner exam.
To take the exam, you must install the Examshield app on your own device (PC/laptop). You must ensure that your device allows the use of Examshield (note: workplace PCs and VPN connections often do not allow this)*. The exam must take place in a closed and quiet room where only you as the participant are present. You must ensure that you cannot be disturbed by others during the exam. If the online examiner (‘proctor’) from PeopleCert experiences irregularities during the exam, they will declare the exam null and void. There is no refund of exam fees.
* The exact system requirements can be found at:
https://www.peoplecert.org/exams-peoplecert-online-proctoring-windows
Postponing or Cancelling the PRINCE2® or MSP® exam
The PRINCE2® or MSP® exam cannot be cancelled. Postponing an exam is possible up to 24 hours before the exam date.**
** Note: If you decide to postpone the PRINCE2® or MSP® exam less than 24 hours before the exam date, the full exam fee will be charged. NIMO charges an additional fee of € 45 for postponing the PRINCE2® or MSP® exam.
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