Objectives

By the end of the course you will be above to describe the origins of Agile and apply core Agile values and principles. You will know the difference between the defined process and the empirical processes used in Agile and be able to explain the issues identified in the traditional/ waterfall approach. The different approaches to the empirical model for improvement and change are covered and the implications of Agile practices on individuals, teams and your organisation.   You will be able to explain the business culture and the economic case required for Agile and the way in which we engage customers into an Agile project. You will also know how to respond to change in an Agile project in relation to the common Agile roles, techniques and practices.

You will take the Agile Project Management Foundation exam at the end of day 2, and the Agile Project Management Practitioner exam at the end of day 3.

Course Overview

This course covers how to operate in an Agile fashion within an overall project framework which is accredited as a stable-mate to PRINCE2® and based on the DSDM Atern approach.

Through practical experience of the Agile style of working, case studies and example senarios from a highly experienced trainer, it provides delegates with an understanding of how the Agile Project Management process can enable planning, management and control for predictable Agile project deliveries. The course includes:

• Understand the fundamentals of Agile Project Management
• Understand the key Agile project Management practices and how to manage Agile project teams
• Describe and relate the Agile Project Management process
• Understand project control in the Agile environment

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