HERMES Foundation

Learn the basics of the HERMES methodology for managing your projects and prepare for the “HERMES 2022 Foundation” certification, which is required for most projects in Swiss public administration. The course teaches you the logical structure of the HERMES 2022 method and thus efficiently prepares you for practical application and the certification exam “HERMES 2022 Foundation”.

  • Apply the methodological elements of HERMES 2022 to manage your projects efficiently.
  • Use the standard service/product scenarios (including the tasks and deliverables of the standard modules) to adapt the method to the requirements of your own projects.
  • Prepare for the Foundation certification exam with our comprehensive exam simulation – Foundation certification puts you in the top position to qualify for public tenders.
  • Elements of the HERMES method (results, tasks, roles, phases and milestones, scenarios, modules)
  • Standard scenarios Service/product development and adaptation
  • Instructions for practical application of the method
  • Case study
  • Preparation for the “HERMES Foundation” certification exam.
  • You can obtain the “HERMES 2022 Foundation” certificate by taking a multiple-choice exam organized by the certification body TÜV SÜD Examination Institute. We recommend taking the online exam from your office or home office; it can be completed within a three-day time window. It is also possible to take the in-person exam at various locations in Switzerland.
  • Price (excl. VAT)
    • CHF 350.00
    • CHF 225.00 for students/apprentices.
  • Exam details
    • 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.
  • 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/face-to-face training or customized training with 4 or more participants, we can organize online or face-to-face exams at your preferred location and date.
  • Project team members
  • Project managers
  • Decision-makers
  • Clients
  • Controllers
  • 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. 2'190
Blended Virtual/Online PDF incl. incl. incl. 1'190
eLearning - PDF incl. incl. incl. 590
Simulation - - - - incl. 200
  • Included in this course:
    • 2-day training course in face-to-face format by a certified trainer
    • Instructional videos and practice tests (3 hours of self-study, 6 months access)
    • Reference book “HERMES 2022 Essential” (PDF and printed)
    • “Scenario overview” poster (PDF) - officially approved by TÜV SÜD
    • Slide set (PDF)
    • Exam simulations with over 200 sample questions
    • Certificate of participation
    • Cost of the exam and registration for the “HERMES Foundation” certification exam.
  • Price: CHF 2'190.- / € 2'190.- incl. VAT.

Events

  • Included in this course:
    • 1-day training by a certified trainer through video meeting
    • Instructional videos and practice tests (3 hours of self-study, 6 months of access)
    • Book “HERMES 2022 Essential” (PDF)
    • “Scenario overview” poster (PDF) - officially approved by TÜV SÜD
    • Slide set (PDF)
    • Exam simulations with over 200 sample questions
    • Certificate of attendance
  • Price: CHF 1'190.- / € 1'190.- incl. VAT.

Events

15.01
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (English) - 15. January 2025

Preparation for the HERMES 2022 Foundation certification exam. One day of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with an eLearning module that includes exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
06.02
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (English) - 06. February 2025

Preparation for the HERMES 2022 Foundation certification exam. One day of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with an eLearning module that includes exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
13.03
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (English) - 13. March 2025

Preparation for the HERMES 2022 Foundation certification exam. One day of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with an eLearning module that includes exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
10.04
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (English) - 10. April 2025

Preparation for the HERMES 2022 Foundation certification exam. One day of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with an eLearning module that includes exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
07.05
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (English) - 07. May 2025

Preparation for the HERMES 2022 Foundation certification exam. One day of virtual training (videoconferencing), combined with an eLearning module that includes exam simulations.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
  • Included in this course:
    • Training videos and practice tests (3 hours of self-study, 6 months access)
    • Book “Essential HERMES 2022” (PDF)
    • “Scenario overview” poster (PDF) - officially approved by TÜV SÜD
    • Set of slides (PDF)
    • Exam simulations with over 200 sample questions
  • Price: CHF 590.- / € 590.- incl. VAT.
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  • Included in this course:
    • Exam simulations with over 200 sample questions
  • Price: CHF 200.- / € 200.- incl. VAT.
  • The button below will take you to our learning platform. Please select “guest access”.