HERMES Foundation

Learn the basics of the HERMES method 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 method elements of HERMES 2022 to manage your projects effectively.
  • Use the standard scenarios Service/Product (as well as the tasks and outcomes of the standard modules), and adapt the method to the needs 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 (outcomes, tasks, roles, phases and milestones, scenarios, modules)
  • Standard scenarios Service/Product Development and Adaptation
  • User information for applying 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 online and classroom training courses (blended and DeLuxe formats), we offer the option to register you for the exam. For groups of at least four participants, we can also organize the exam on a date of your choice. We charge a processing fee of CHF 50 for registration and any subsequent changes to the 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 Training material eLearning Chatbot Simulation Price
DeLuxe In-person Printed incl. incl. incl. 1'890
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 (10 hours of self-study, 6 months of access)
    • Reference book "HERMES 2022 Essential"
    • “Scenario overview” poster - officially approved by TÜV SÜD
    • Slide set (PDF)
    • Exam simulations with more than 200 sample questions
    • Certificate of attendance
    • Option: Registration for the “HERMES Foundation” certification exam (exam fee CHF 350, processing fee CHF 50)
  • Price: CHF 1'890.- / € 1'890.- incl. VAT.

Events

19.08
2025

HERMES Foundation Deluxe (Français) - 19-20 août 2025

Préparation à l'examen de certification HERMES 2022 Foundation. Deux jours de formation en présentiel à Lausanne, combiné avec un module d'apprentissage eLearning qui comprend des simulations d'examens.

  • Lausanne InVia
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1890 CHF
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01.09
2025

HERMES Foundation Deluxe (Deutsch) - 01.-02. September 2025

Vorbereitung auf die Zertifizierungsprüfung der HERMES 2022 Foundation. Zwei Tage Präsenzschulung in Bern, kombiniert mit einem eLearning-Modul, das Prüfungssimulationen beinhaltet.

  • Bern
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1890 CHF
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18.09
2025

HERMES Foundation Deluxe (Français) - 18-19 septembre 2025

Préparation à l'examen de certification HERMES 2022 Foundation. Deux jours de formation en présentiel à Neuchâtel, combiné avec un module d'apprentissage eLearning qui comprend des simulations d'examens.

  • Lausanne InVia
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1890 CHF
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27.10
2025

HERMES Foundation Deluxe (Français) - 27-28 octobre 2025

Préparation à l'examen de certification HERMES 2022 Foundation. Deux jours de formation en présentiel à Lausanne, combiné avec un module d'apprentissage eLearning qui comprend des simulations d'examens.

  • Lausanne InVia
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1890 CHF
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13.11
2025

HERMES Foundation Deluxe (Deutsch) - 13.-14. November 2025

Vorbereitung auf die Zertifizierungsprüfung der HERMES 2022 Foundation. Zwei Tage Präsenzschulung in Basel, kombiniert mit einem eLearning-Modul, das Prüfungssimulationen beinhaltet.

  • Basel
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1890 CHF
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13.11
2025

HERMES Foundation Deluxe (Français) - 13-14 novembre 2025

Préparation à l'examen de certification HERMES 2022 Foundation. Deux jours de formation en présentiel à Lausanne, combiné avec un module d'apprentissage eLearning qui comprend des simulations d'examens.

  • Lausanne InVia
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1890 CHF
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18.12
2025

HERMES Foundation Deluxe (Français) - 18-19 décembre 2025

Préparation à l'examen de certification HERMES 2022 Foundation. Deux jours de formation en présentiel à Lausanne, combiné avec un module d'apprentissage eLearning qui comprend des simulations d'examens.

  • Lausanne InVia
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1890 CHF
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  • Included in this course:
    • 1-day training by a certified trainer through video meeting
    • Instructional videos and practice tests (10 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 more than 200 sample questions
    • Certificate of attendance
    • Option: Registration for the “HERMES Foundation” certification exam (exam fee CHF 350, processing fee CHF 50)
  • Price: CHF 1'190.- / € 1'190.- incl. VAT.

Events

06.08
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (Français) - 06 août 2025

Préparation à l'examen de certification HERMES 2022 Foundation. Un jour de formation virtuelle (visioconférence), combiné avec un module d'apprentissage eLearning qui comprend des simulations d'examens.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
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06.08
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (Deutsch) - 06. August 2025

Vorbereitung auf die Zertifizierungsprüfung der HERMES 2022 Foundation. Ein Tag virtuelles Training (Videomeeting), kombiniert mit einem eLearning-Modul, das Prüfungssimulationen beinhaltet.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
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06.08
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (English) - 06. August 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
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09.09
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (Français) - 09 septembre 2025

Préparation à l'examen de certification HERMES 2022 Foundation. Un jour de formation virtuelle (visioconférence), combiné avec un module d'apprentissage eLearning qui comprend des simulations d'examens.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
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09.09
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (Deutsch) - 09. September 2025

Vorbereitung auf die Zertifizierungsprüfung der HERMES 2022 Foundation. Ein Tag virtuelles Training (Videomeeting), kombiniert mit einem eLearning-Modul, das Prüfungssimulationen beinhaltet.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
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09.09
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (English) - 09. September 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
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08.10
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (Français) - 08 octobre 2025

Préparation à l'examen de certification HERMES 2022 Foundation. Un jour de formation virtuelle (visioconférence), combiné avec un module d'apprentissage eLearning qui comprend des simulations d'examens.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
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08.10
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (Deutsch) - 08. Oktober 2025

Vorbereitung auf die Zertifizierungsprüfung der HERMES 2022 Foundation. Ein Tag virtuelles Training (Videomeeting), kombiniert mit einem eLearning-Modul, das Prüfungssimulationen beinhaltet.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
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08.10
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (English) - 08 October 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
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05.11
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (Français) - 05 novembre 2025

Préparation à l'examen de certification HERMES 2022 Foundation. Un jour de formation virtuelle (visioconférence), combiné avec un module d'apprentissage eLearning qui comprend des simulations d'examens.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
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05.11
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (Deutsch) - 05. November 2025

Vorbereitung auf die Zertifizierungsprüfung der HERMES 2022 Foundation. Ein Tag virtuelles Training (Videomeeting), kombiniert mit einem eLearning-Modul, das Prüfungssimulationen beinhaltet.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
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05.11
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (English) - 05 November 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
Learn more
03.12
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (Deutsch) - 03. Dezember 2025

Vorbereitung auf die Zertifizierungsprüfung der HERMES 2022 Foundation. Ein Tag virtuelles Training (Videomeeting), kombiniert mit einem eLearning-Modul, das Prüfungssimulationen beinhaltet.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
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03.12
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (English) - 03 December 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
Learn more
04.12
2025

HERMES Foundation Blended (Français) - 04 décembre 2025

Préparation à l'examen de certification HERMES 2022 Foundation. Un jour de formation virtuelle (visioconférence), combiné avec un module d'apprentissage eLearning qui comprend des simulations d'examens.

  • Virtual
  • 08:30 - 16:30
  • 1190 CHF
Learn more
  • Included in this course:
    • Training videos and practice tests (10 hours of self-study, 6 months access)
    • Book "HERMES Essential" (PDF)
    • “Scenario overview” poster (PDF) - officially approved by TÜV SÜD
    • Set of slides (PDF)
    • Exam simulations with more than 200 sample questions
  • Price: CHF 590.- / € 590.- incl. VAT.
  • The button below will take you to our learning platform. Please select “guest access”.
Registration eLearning - HERMES 2022 Foundation
  • Included in this course:
    • Exam simulations with more than 200 sample questions
  • Price: CHF 200.- / € 200.- incl. VAT.
  • The button below will take you to our learning platform. Please select “guest access”.
Registration exam simulation - HERMES 2022 Foundation

Customer statements

"I successfully passed the exam! The course and the tips were certainly an important factor in this result. Many thanks for that processCentric!"

Melissa Stamato
Management Assistance

 

Thank you, processCentric! 80% & PASS! 
With the choice of trainings (group training, blended, self-study) everyone, can find the optimal training mode. For me, as an experienced project manager and self-learner, it was self-study.

Serge Garazi
Operations & Project Lead
 

"I am happy to inform you that I am now the proud owner of the HERMES Advanced certificate. Thank you again for your valuable input."

Hanspeter Egli



 

"Many thanks to you! Thanks to your fantastic course and course materials, it was relatively easy to pass the HERMES Advanced certification exam. 100% of the participants of your course from last week until now passed."

Elmar Benelli


 

"I wanted to say thank you for the great preparation to the HERMES exam. The questions on your learning platform and the additional book [Vademecum Hermes 5], together with the two days on site, were the perfect preparation, so it worked great (Part 1 86% and Part 2 82%)."

Leonie Biner

 

"Well structured, compact knowledge transfer, goal-oriented and therefore clearly results-oriented."

Antonio Cataldi