HERMES Complete (Foundation and Advanced)

Learn everything about the HERMES method and prepare for the certifications "HERMES 2022 Foundation" and "HERMES 2022 Advanced". 

This course package includes both our HERMES Foundation and HERMES Advanced courses. By booking this course package, you benefit from an exclusive discount on the price of each individual course.

  • Apply the methodological elements of HERMES 2022 to manage your projects efficiently.
  • Use the standard service/product scenarios (including the tasks and results of the standard modules) to adapt the method to the requirements of your own projects.
  • Prepare for the “HERMES 2022 Foundation” certification exam with our exam simulation – the Foundation certification puts you in the top position to qualify for public tenders. Then prepare for the “HERMES 2022 Advanced” certification exam with our exam simulation.
  • Elements of the HERMES method (results, tasks, roles, phases and milestones, scenarios, modules)
  • Modules of the service/product scenarios
  • Further study of the modules “IT System”, “IT Operation”, “IT Migration”, “Tests”, “ISDP” within the framework of the standard scenarios “IT Development”, “IT Adaptation” and “Organizational Adaptation”.
  • Guidance on the practical application of the method
  • Case study
  • Preparation for the “HERMES Foundation” and “HERMES Advanced” certification exams.
  • The Foundation and Advanced exams are organized by the certification body TÜV SÜD Examination Institute. We recommend taking the exams online from your office or home office. They can be taken within a three-day time slot. It is also possible to take a face-to-face exam at various locations in Switzerland.
  • Price (excl. VAT)
    • Foundation exam
      • CHF 350.00
      • CHF 225.00 for students/apprentices.
    • Advanced exam
      • Regular price:
        • CHF 890.00
        • CHF 520.00 for students/apprentices
      • Price for retakers
        • Part 1: CHF 350.00
        • Part 2: CHF 540.00
  • Exam details
    • Foundation exam
      • Duration: 60 minutes
      • 40 multiple-choice questions, each with one correct answer.
      • Pass mark: 60% correct answers. One point is awarded for each correct answer. You receive 0 points for each incorrect answer.
      • For on-site exams, you will receive the result and certificate immediately after the exam. For online exams, you will receive the certificate within 3 working days.
    • Advanced exam
      • Part 1: Multiple-choice questions
        • Duration: 60 minutes.
        • 30 multiple-choice questions, each with one or more correct answers.
        • Pass mark: 60% correct answers.
        • One point is awarded for each correct answer.
        • One point is subtracted for each incorrect answer.
        • If the answer is not given, 0 points are awarded.
        • No fewer than 0 points can be achieved within a question.
      • Part 2: Multiple choice with practical situations
        • Duration: 60 minutes.
        • 15 descriptions of practical situations with multiple-choice questions, one or more correct answers.
        • Pass mark: 60% of the possible points.
        • One point is awarded for each correct answer.
        • One point is deducted for each incorrect answer.
        • If the question is not answered, 0 points are awarded.
        • No fewer than 0 points can be achieved within a question.
        • During this part, you are allowed to consult the reference manual, either a printed reference manual that you have brought with you or the electronic version provided by TÜV SÜD. You can also bring a TÜV SÜD-approved overview of the scenarios, such as the processCentric poster.
      • Overall assessment:
        • In both parts of the exam, you must achieve 60% of the points.
        • For in-person exams, you will receive the result and the certificate immediately after the exam. For online exams, you will receive the certificate within 3 business days.
  • Exam registration
    • For self-learning options (eLearning or simulations), you can check the possible dates and register directly on the TÜV SÜD website.
    • For public virtual/in-person training or customized training with 4 or more participants, we can organize online or in-person exams at your preferred location and date.
  • Project staff, prospective and experienced project managers or controllers who want to learn the HERMES method and acquire the “HERMES Foundation” and “HERMES Advanced” certificates.
  • Basic knowledge or initial experience in project management
  • This course is offered in the following languages:
    • English,
    • French,
    • German.
  • To see the respective course dates, view this page in the desired language.
  • Same format as public training, but in your company and with customization options. Adapted to your specific needs.
  • On request
Combination Course format Educational material eLearning Chatbot Simulation Price
DeLuxe In-person Printed incl. incl. incl. 3'790
Blended Virtual/Online PDF incl. incl. incl. 1'790
eLearning - PDF incl. incl. incl. 990
Simulation FOU & ADV - - - - incl. 400
  • Included in this course:
    • 3-day training in classroom format by a certified trainer
    • Instructional videos and practice tests (6 hours of self-study, 9 months access)
    • Specialist book “HERMES 2022 Essential” (PDF and printed)
    • Official HERMES 2022 reference manual (PDF and printed)
    • "Scenario overview" poster (PDF) - officially approved by TÜV SÜD
    • Slides Foundation and Advanced (PDF)
    • Exam simulations with over 400 example questions
    • Certificate of participation
    • Cost of the exam and registration for the “HERMES Foundation” and “HERMES Advanced” certification exams.
  • Price: CHF 3'790.- / € 3'790.- incl. VAT.

Events

  • This course includes:
    • 2-day training by a certified trainer via videoconference
    • Instructional videos and quizzes (6 hours of self-study, 9 months access)
    • Reference book “HERMES 2022 Essential” (PDF)
    • “Scenario overview”poster (PDF) - officially approved by TÜV SÜD
    • Slides Foundation and Advanced (PDF)
    • Exam simulations with over 400 sample questions
    • Certificate of participation
  • Price: CHF 1'790.- / € 1'790.- incl. VAT.

Events

13.03
2025

HERMES Complete Blended (English) - 13.-27. March 2025

Course pack to prepare for the HERMES 2022 Foundation and Advanced certification exams. 2 days of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with the corresponding eLearning modules including exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1790 CHF
10.04
2025

HERMES Complete Blended (English) - 10.-22. April 2025

Course pack to prepare for the HERMES 2022 Foundation and Advanced certification exams. 2 days of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with the corresponding eLearning modules including exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1790 CHF
07.05
2025

HERMES Complete Blended (English) - 07.-21. May 2025

Course pack to prepare for the HERMES 2022 Foundation and Advanced certification exams. 2 days of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with the corresponding eLearning modules including exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1790 CHF
04.06
2025

HERMES Complete Blended (English) - 04.-23. June 2025

Course pack to prepare for the HERMES 2022 Foundation and Advanced certification exams. 2 days of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with the corresponding eLearning modules including exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1790 CHF
09.07
2025

HERMES Complete Blended (English) - 09.-23. July 2025

Course pack to prepare for the HERMES 2022 Foundation and Advanced certification exams. 2 days of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with the corresponding eLearning modules including exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1790 CHF
06.08
2025

HERMES Complete Blended (English) - 06.-20. August 2025

Course pack to prepare for the HERMES 2022 Foundation and Advanced certification exams. 2 days of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with the corresponding eLearning modules including exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1790 CHF
09.09
2025

HERMES Complete Blended (English) - 09.-24. September 2025

Course pack to prepare for the HERMES 2022 Foundation and Advanced certification exams. 2 days of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with the corresponding eLearning modules including exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1790 CHF
08.10
2025

HERMES Complete Blended (English) - 08.-21. October 2025

Course pack to prepare for the HERMES 2022 Foundation and Advanced certification exams. 2 days of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with the corresponding eLearning modules including exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1790 CHF
05.11
2025

HERMES Complete Blended (English) - 05.-19. November 2025

Course pack to prepare for the HERMES 2022 Foundation and Advanced certification exams. 2 days of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with the corresponding eLearning modules including exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1790 CHF
03.12
2025

HERMES Complete Blended (English) - 03.-10. December 2025

Course pack to prepare for the HERMES 2022 Foundation and Advanced certification exams. 2 days of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with the corresponding eLearning modules including exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1790 CHF
  • Included in this course:
    • Training videos and quizzes (6 hours of self-study, 9 months access)
    • Training manual “HERMES 2022 Essential” (PDF)
    • “Scenario overview” poster (PDF) - officially approved by TÜV SÜD
    • Slides Foundation and Advanced (PDF)
    • Exam simulations with over 400 sample questions
  • Price: CHF 990.- / € 990.- incl. VAT.
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  • Included in this course:
    • Exam simulations Foundation with over 200 sample questions
    • Exam simulations Advanced Part 1 with over 200 sample questions
    • Exam simulations Advanced Part 2 with over 70 sample questions
  • Price:
    • CHF 400.- / € 400.- incl. VAT.
  • The button below will take you to our learning platform. Please select “guest access”.