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Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Executives, Project Managers, Business Analysts, Business and IT stakeholders working with analysts, Quality and process engineers, technicians, managers; supervisors, team leaders, and process operators; anyone who wants to improve their Business Analysis skills. Overview After completing this course, students will know how to: Plan, manage and close requirements for software development project in reduced time using Agile Scrum practices Minimize project uncertainty and risk by applying Agile principles through the Scrum method Ensure your project delivers required functionality and adds value to the business Create an environment of self-management for your software development team that will be able to continuously align the delivered software with desired business needs, easily adapting to changing requirements throughout the process. Learn how to apply Agile Scrum by measuring and evaluating status based on the undeniable truth of working, testing software, creating a more accurate visibility into the actual progress of projects. Many of today?s Project Management and Business Analyst Professionals are finding themselves leading, managing and analyzing on Agile development teams - only to find that many of the tools and techniques applied when using a traditional project management approach no longer work as effectively or at all. In order to do more than survive in this iterative development environment, today?s Project Manager and Business Analyst must employ additional project management and business analysis tools and techniques to effectively lead their teams and deliver their projects. Introduction - Fundamentals of Agile Why Agile? Exercise 1a: Waterfall-Lean-Agile Simulation History & Mindset: Understand how the agile approach arose. The Agile Lifecycle Introducing Agile to the organization Roles and Responsibilities on an Agile project team. Understand the purpose, the concepts, the theory, and some applications around the importance of people as individuals providing value through working in teams. Establishing core hours - How will the team work during a day? How to build end-to-end systems in early iterations Exercise 1b: How to build end-to-end systems in early iterations Planning and Managing Business Analysis Communication and Performance Agile and CMMI Exercise 1c: Case Study Project Assembling the team ? Scrum Roles Value-Driven Development: Understand why agile development focuses so heavily on working products, its more general casting as 'value-driven' development, with incremental, iterative and risk-driven approaches. Themes, theory and applications. Exercise 2a: Identify the ?Product Owner? Identify Project Success Criteria Exercise 2b: Review the Scrum Cheat Sheet Establish your Agile team using RACI Exercise 2c: Build the Scrum Team Define the Product and Project Vision Envision the Product and Project outcomes Exercise 3a: Review Agile Checklist Project Chartering (Project Planning) Assemble the Agile project team ? what are their responsibilities? Compile the Product Backlog (Coarse-Grain Requirements) Discuss how to Plan Sprints and Releases Exercise 3b: Product Vision ? Goals and Strategies Establish the Project ?time-box? Exercise 3c: Create a Release Plan Embrace the High-Level (Coarse-Grain) Plan Managing different types of Personas on an Agile Project Identifying and managing ?Information Radiators? Planning in Agile Projects ? Common practices that work Determine how the team will tracking and monitoring activities Exercise 3c: Establish the Project Time-box Tools and Techniques ? Building the Scrum Task board Communications Exercise 4a: Discussion ? Tools and Techniques for Scrum Planning, Monitoring and Adapting Scrum Task Board Exercise 4c: Create a Scrum Task board ? Identify work streams Agile Estimating Agile Analysis and Design Burndown Chart Team Velocity Soft Skills Negotiation Estimating ad Prioritizing Effort Planning Releases. Understand the value, the concepts, the theory and some applications for learning and adapting at all levels and on all topics (the product, the process, the team, and the organization). Exercise 5a: Brainstorm Business Functionality Establishing decision and acceptance criteria for user stories Planning Poker Exercise 5b: Estimate Effort (Coarse-Grain) Prioritize themes and releases Prioritize user stories Exercise 5c: Confirm the Estimated Effort (Fine Grain) Estimating team velocity Preparing for change ? Is the organization ready? Exercise 5d: Hold a daily Scrum and update the Scrum Task Board Exercise 5e: Conduct a Scrum or Scrums Plan the Iteration (Sprint) Sprint Zero activities Elements of a successful Sprint Planning meeting Create a Sprint Backlog How to create a task board Exercise 6a: Using the case study ? Review Iteration Planning Checklist Create a Sprint plan ? Establishing Sprint success metrics Exercise 6b: Discussion Sprint ?Zero? Activities Define the vision and Iteration Requirements Estimating the level of effort (LOE) with the team Creating user Stories for the Product Backlog -Guidelines to consider The art of slicing user stories Exercise 6c: Review the Sprint Plan Managing the Solution Scope and Requirements using 2-4 week Sprints Exercise 6d: Adapting a change-driven Project plan that works Adapting a change-driven (Agile) Project plan that works ? what are the key differences from traditional (waterfall) project plans? Finalize the Iteration Plan and how the team will operate Running the Sprint - from Planning to Review and Retrospective Managing your Scrums and setting expectations with your team Exercise 7a: Using the case study ? Review the Review Planning checklist Using Burndown charts to track progress Exercise 7b: Using the case study ? Review the Review Retrospective checklist Manage changes during the Sprint ? What questions to ask Prepare for the Sprint Review Exercise 7c: Review of roles - Quiz Obtain Customer Acceptance of the Product Increment Hold a Sprint Retrospective - What is working and what needs to be improved upon during the Sprints Update the product backlog - Rework the High-Level (Coarse-Grain) Plan Plan and Execute the next Sprint Create an environment for continuous improvement ? Product, Process and People Additional Information Useful books and links on Agile

>> 48-Hour Knowledge Knockdown! Prices Reduced Like Never Before! << Feeling like your projects are stuck in a slow, waterfall-like process? You're not alone. A recent study by the UK Project Management Institute revealed that 60% of projects fail to meet their objectives due to inflexible methodologies. But what if there was a better way? Agile project management, a dynamic and iterative approach, is rapidly transforming the UK business landscape. This Agile Project Management bundle empowers you with the knowledge and skills to become a master of adaptability. You'll delve into the core principles of Agile, mastering frameworks like Scrum and Kanban, and learn how to implement them effectively within your projects, with our Agile Project Management training. Courses Are Included in this Agile Project Management package: Course 01: Agile Project Management Course 02: Project Manager Training Course 03: Agile Scrum Certification Course 04: Six Sigma & Lean Process Don't let this opportunity to supercharge your career pass you by. Enrol in this Agile Project Management bundle today and unlock your potential for: What will I learn from this Bundle? An overview of the key concepts of agile project management The procedures and components of initiation in Agile project management Importance of planning in agile project management Fundamentals of planning tools in agile project management How to close out an agile project Why Choose Our Bundle: Get a free Agile Project Management CPD-accredited certificate Get a free student ID card with Agile Project Management Training Get instant access to this Agile Project Management course. Learn Agile Project Management from anywhere in the world The Agile Project Management is affordable and simple to understand The Agile Project Management is an entirely online, interactive lesson with voiceover audio Lifetime access to the Agile Project Management course materials The Agile Project Management comes with 24/7 tutor support Start your learning journey straightaway! This Agile Project Management (APM)'s curriculum has been designed by Agile Project Management (APM) experts with years of Agile Project Management (APM) experience behind them. The Agile Project Management (APM) course is extremely dynamic and well-paced to help you understand Agile Project Management (APM) with ease. You'll discover how to master the Agile Project Management (APM) skill while exploring relevant and essential topics. *** Curriculum *** Module 01: Key Concepts (I) Module 02: Key Concepts (II) Module 03: Initiation (I) Module 04: Initiation (II) Module 05: Planning (I) Module 06: Planning (II) Module 07: Planning Tools Module 08: Executing the Project Module 09: Maintaining and Controlling the Project Module 10: Closing Out CPD 50 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? This Agile Project Management bundle is ideal for: Students seeking mastery in this field Professionals seeking to enhance their skills Anyone who is passionate about this topic Requirements You will not need any prior background or expertise to enrol in this Agile Project Management bundle. Career path This Agile Project Management bundle will allow you to kickstart or take your career to the next stage in the related sector such as: Agile project manager Scrum master Kanban practitioner Agile coach Product owner Certificates CPD Accredited PDF Certificate Digital certificate - Included CPD Accredited Hard copy certificate Hard copy certificate - £29 If you are an international student, then you have to pay an additional 10 GBP as an international delivery charge.

Making Your Agile Transformation Stick With the promise of delivering product faster, better and cheaper, most organizations today are either thinking about or are currently undergoing an Agile Transformation. Unfortunately, a large majority of transformations fail before those promises are ever realized. This session discusses common mistakes that organizations make and what you can do to avoid them. This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.

PMI-ACP® Exam Prep: Virtual In-House Training This course builds on the candidates' practical experience of Agile in the workplace to equip them with the broad range of knowledge and skills required for the PMI® Agile Certification exam. It will follow the PMI® requirements and reference the suggested reading list, including the Agile Practice Guide, but will not be limited to those areas. Within the profession and discipline of project management, Agile continues to develop as a significant and important aspect of bringing change to an organization. Where the products of change must be delivered to the business 'on time,' Agile is often the chosen methodology. In addition to equipping candidates for the PMI® Agile Certification examination, this course will also support candidates in taking a more informed and effective role in Agile projects. It will also enable them to take a significant role in encouraging and enabling the organization to become or develop as an Agile environment. What you will Learn You will learn how to: Appreciate the wider aspects of Agile project management tools and techniques Integrate various disciplines within Agile Tailor / customize Agile to suit the needs of different projects Prepare yourself for the PMI® Agile Certification examination Getting Started Introductions Agenda Expectations Foundation Concepts Defining 'Traditional' Project Management Project management parameters The 'traditional' approach to the parameters Strengths and weaknesses of the traditional approach Defining 'Agile' Project Management Project management parameters revisited The 'agile' approach to the parameters Strengths and weaknesses of agile Managing projects with traditional and agile methods Can the two approaches co-exist? Leveraging the benefits of both methods Options for using both methods on a project Avoiding the elephant traps Key aspects of the PMI® Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® Handbook Overview Eligibility requirements Exam information Exam Blueprint Continuing certification requirements Key aspects of the PMI Agile Certification Examination Content Outline Introduction Agile exam content outline Tools and techniques Knowledge and skills Domains and tasks (not examined) An Introduction to Agile and Implementing Agile Definable work vs. high-uncertainty work Project factors that influence tailoring The Agile Manifesto and 12 Principles Agile mindset Agile domains and tasks Agile Tools and Techniques Related to PM 'Hard Skills' Planning, monitoring, and adapting The need for planning, monitoring, and adapting The Agile approach to planning and plans The Agile planning tools and techniques The Agile monitoring tools and techniques The Agile approach to adapting Product quality A definition of 'product quality' Setting the standard for product quality Agile tools and techniques for achieving product quality Risk management A definition of 'risk' What is 'at risk'? The acceptability of risks The Agile tools and techniques for managing risks Agile Tools and Techniques Related to PM 'Soft Skills' The difference between PM 'hard and soft' skills Communications The importance of communications Forms of agile communications Communications within the project Communications from the project Communications to the project Making communications the cultural norm Interpersonal Skills Defining and understanding management Defining and understanding leadership Defining and understanding servant leadership Delegating vs. empowering Playing to people's strengths Overcoming the roadblocks Core Agile Tools and Techniques The philosophy of core Agile tools and techniques Agile estimation Will traditional forms of estimating work for agile? The relationship between estimating and guessing The relationship between estimating and sizing The where, who, and how of agile estimating Agile analysis and design Product analysis and design from a user point of view Product analysis and design from a supplier point of view Product analysis and design from an agile project point of view Value-Based Agile Tools and Techniques The role of value-based tools and techniques in bridging traditional PM with Agile Value-based prioritization Value-based prioritization and agile projects Investment appraisal methods Regulatory driven Customer driven Ranking methods (MMF, MoSCoW) Metrics What should we measure / track? Methods of measuring / tracking Adding value with metrics Process Improvement Value-stream analysis Value-stream mapping Agile Knowledge and Skills Context of Agile Knowledge and Skills vis-à-vis Agile Tools and Techniques Agile Knowledge and Skills Process focused People focused Product focused Project focused Exam Preparation and Course Closure The application process - where are you now? The 'Exam-Focused Journal' - what you still have to do Further preparation - self-study schedule Exam topic review Practice exam Practice exam debrief Course closure

This Professional Certificate Course in Fundamentals of Agile Methods in Project Management provides a comprehensive overview. Participants will understand Agile principles and values, differentiate from traditional methodologies, and explore Agile Manifesto and its 12 principles. The course covers various Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean), iterative development, and project roles. It delves into Agile best practices, communication, and collaboration, comparing benefits and drawbacks with traditional methods. Participants learn to address challenges like scope creep and project delays, explore hybrid approaches, and select suitable methodologies based on project factors. Project planning and risk management are emphasized in both Agile and traditional methodologies. After the successful completion of the course, you will be able to learn about the following, Understand the principles and values of Agile and how they differ from traditional project management methodologies. Identify the benefits and drawbacks of using Agile methods in project management. Understand the Agile Manifesto and its 12 principles. Learn about different Agile methodologies and frameworks, such as Scrum, Kanban, and Lean. Understand the importance of iterative and incremental development in Agile projects. Learn about Agile project management roles and responsibilities, including the Scrum Master and Product Owner. Identify best practices for Agile project management, such as creating user stories and conducting retrospectives. Understand the importance of communication and collaboration in Agile project management. Identify the benefits and drawbacks of using traditional project management methodologies, such as Waterfall. Understand how Agile can address common challenges in traditional project management, such as scope creep and project delays. Learn about hybrid project management approaches that combine traditional and Agile methods. Understand how to select the appropriate project management methodology for a given project, based on factors such as project scope and organizational culture. Identify the importance of project planning and risk management in both traditional and Agile project management methodologies. This Professional Certificate Course in Fundamentals of Agile Methods provides a comprehensive understanding of Agile principles, values, and methodologies. Participants will learn to differentiate Agile from traditional project management, explore the Agile Manifesto and its principles, and delve into various Agile frameworks like Scrum and Kanban. The course emphasizes iterative and incremental development, covering roles like Scrum Master and Product Owner. Best practices, such as creating user stories and effective communication, are highlighted, along with the comparison of traditional methodologies like Waterfall. Participants gain insights into addressing challenges in both approaches and explore hybrid project management for optimal methodology selection. Project planning and risk management are emphasized across traditional and Agile contexts. This Professional Certificate Course in Fundamentals of Agile Methods equips learners with in-depth insights into Agile principles, methodologies, and frameworks. Participants will master key Agile concepts, including the Agile Manifesto, iterative development, and project management roles. The course delves into the advantages and disadvantages of Agile and traditional methodologies, fostering an understanding of hybrid approaches and effective project planning. Through comprehensive learning outcomes, participants gain a holistic perspective on Agile's transformative impact on project management, addressing common challenges and optimizing methodologies for diverse project scopes and organizational cultures. Course Structure and Assessment Guidelines Watch this video to gain further insight. Navigating the MSBM Study Portal Watch this video to gain further insight. Interacting with Lectures/Learning Components Watch this video to gain further insight. Fundamentals of Agile Methods in Project Management Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic. Fundamentals Of Agile Methods In Project Management Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct. All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details. There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course. The certificate is designed to enhance the learner's knowledge in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and get updated on current ideas in their respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audience. Project Managers Team Leads Agile Practitioners Product Managers Scrum Masters Business Analysts IT Professionals Executives Entrepreneurs Anyone in Project Management Professionals Seeking Agile Knowledge Cross-functional Team Members Those Transitioning to Agile Practices   Average Completion Time 2 Weeks Accreditation 3 CPD Hours Level Advanced Start Time Anytime 100% Online Study online with ease. Unlimited Access 24/7 unlimited access with pre-recorded lectures. Low Fees Our fees are low and easy to pay online.

Managing Agile and Waterfall Projects: A Hybrid Approach With the growing interest in Agile approaches, how can we take a measured approach? Organizations can't just simply drop everything to become 100% Agile. Not only are hybrid approaches acceptable, they are common in transitioning organizations. We need to understand the strengths and weaknesses of both the traditional and Agile methods to find the best combination that gives us the best of both worlds. This presentation will cover how to combine both approaches into a hybrid model, and help you understand the general criteria of how one approach would be chosen over another.Learning Objectives This presentation will cover how to combine both approaches into a hybrid model, and help you understand the general criteria of how one approach would be chosen over another. This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.

The Do's and Don'ts of Scaling Agile At some point your organization is going to start thinking about scaling Agile. But when is the right time to do this? If you have teams that are challenged, scaling too soon will just make small problems bigger problems. There is also the challenge of deciding how to scale. There is a plethora of scaling frameworks available, each with their own advantages and disadvantages, but which one is right for you? How do you decide? This session will help you make sense of the choices, timing and elephant traps involved with scaling Agile. Key Takeaways: Understand why scaling agile is needed. Gain insight in the key challenges of scaling agile

Coaching Agile on Non-Traditional Teams Catherine Fleres is an Agile Coach who currently works with Spotify's Infrastructure and Operations organization. In this session, she will talk through experiences she's had at Spotify and other organizations and share with you her learnings from working with non-traditional teams. You'll learn: The secrets to being flexible with existing agile frameworks How to optimize for the specific circumstances that non-traditional teams face How to optimize the environment for their success

Coaching Agile on Non-Traditional Teams Catherine Fleres is an Agile Coach who currently works with Spotify's Infrastructure and Operations organization. In this session, she will talk through experiences she's had at Spotify and other organizations and share with you her learnings from working with non-traditional teams. You'll learn: The secrets to being flexible with existing agile frameworks How to optimize for the specific circumstances that non-traditional teams face How to optimize the environment for their success

Get ready for an exceptional online learning experience with the Agile Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Operation & Quality Management bundle! This carefully curated collection of 20 premium courses is designed to cater to a variety of interests and disciplines. Dive into a sea of knowledge and skills, tailoring your learning journey to suit your unique aspirations. Agile Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Operation & Quality Management is a dynamic package that blends the expertise of industry professionals with the flexibility of digital learning. It offers the perfect balance of foundational understanding and advanced insights. Whether you're looking to break into a new field or deepen your existing knowledge, the Agile Project Management package has something for everyone. As part of this package, you will receive complimentary PDF certificates for all courses in this bundle at no extra cost. Equip yourself with the Agile Project Management bundle to confidently navigate your career path or personal development journey. Enrol today and start your career growth! This Bundle Comprises the Following CPD Accredited Courses: Course 01: PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) Exam Preparation Course Course 02: Agile Scrum Master Certification Course 03: Project Management Course 04: Business Project Manager Training Course 05: Project Management: How to Build a Project Charter Course 06: Diploma in Lean Process and Six Sigma Course 07: Cost Control & Project Scheduling Course 08: Logistic Management Course 09: Operations Management Course 10: Risk Assessment & Management Course 11: Compliance and Risk Management Diploma Course 12: Business Performance Management Course 13: People Management Diploma Course 14: Quality Management Course 15: Change Management Course 16: Time Management Course 17: Microsoft Word Advanced Course 18: Effective Communication Skills Course 19: Career Development Plan Fundamentals Course 20: CV Writing and Job Searching Learning Outcome: Gain comprehensive insights into multiple fields. Foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills across various disciplines. Understand industry trends and best practices through the Agile Project Management Bundle. Develop practical skills applicable to real-world situations. Enhance personal and professional growth with this bundle. Build a strong knowledge base in your chosen course via Agile Project Management. Benefit from the flexibility and convenience of online learning. With this package, validate your learning with a CPD certificate. Each course in this bundle holds a prestigious CPD accreditation, symbolising exceptional quality. The materials, brimming with knowledge, are regularly updated, ensuring their relevance. This bundle promises not just education but an evolving learning experience. Engage with this extraordinary collection, and prepare to enrich your personal and professional development. Embrace the future of learning with Agile Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Operation & Quality Management, a rich anthology of 20 diverse courses. Each course in the Agile Project Management bundle is handpicked by our experts to ensure a wide spectrum of learning opportunities. This bundle will take you on a unique and enriching educational journey. The bundle encapsulates our mission to provide quality, accessible education for all. Whether you are just starting your career, looking to switch industries, or hoping to enhance your professional skill set, this bundle offers you the flexibility and convenience to learn at your own pace. Make the Agile Project Management package your trusted companion in your lifelong learning journey. CPD 205 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? This Agile Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Operation & Quality Management bundle is perfect for: Lifelong learners looking to expand their knowledge and skills. Professionals seeking to enhance their career with CPD certification. Individuals wanting to explore new fields and disciplines. Anyone who values flexible, self-paced learning from the comfort of home. Requirements Without any formal requirements, you can delightfully enrol in this Agile Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Operation & Quality Management bundle. Career path This Agile Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Operation & Quality Management bundle will help you to pursue a range of career paths, such as: Project Managers Quality Assurance Managers Business Analysts Team Leaders Operations Managers Certificates Certificate Of Completion Digital certificate - Included Certificate Of Completion Hard copy certificate - Included You will get a complimentary Hard Copy Certificate.