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SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager: In-House Training Develop the skillsets needed to guide the delivery of value in a Lean Enterprise by becoming a SAFe® 5.0 Product Owner / Product Manager (POPM). During this course, attendees gain an in-depth understanding of how to effectively perform their role in the Agile Release Train (ART) as it delivers value through Program Increments. Attendees explore how to apply Lean thinking to decompose Epics into Features and Stories, refine Features and Stories, manage Program and Team backlogs, and plan and execute Iterations and Program Increments. Attendees also discover how the Continuous Delivery Pipeline and DevOps culture contribute to the relentless improvement of the ART. What you will Learn To perform the role of a SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager, attendees should be able to: Articulate the Product Owner and Product Manager roles Connect SAFe® Lean-Agile principles and values to the PO / PM roles Decompose Epics into Features and decompose Features into Stories Manage Program and Team backlogs Collaborate with Agile teams in estimating and forecasting work Represent customer needs in Program Increment Planning Execute the Program Increment and deliver continuous value Becoming a Product Owner / Product Manager in the SAFe® enterprise Preparing for PI Planning Leading PI Planning Executing Iterations Executing the Program Increment Becoming a Certified SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager

SAFe® for Teams: In-House Training Build the skills needed to become a high-performing team member of an Agile Release Train (ART) and learn how to collaborate effectively with other teams by becoming a SAFe® 5 Practitioner (SP). During this course, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the ART, how it delivers value, and what you can do to effectively perform the role using Scrum, Kanban, and Extreme Programming (XP). You will also learn how to write stories and break down features, plan and execute iterations, and plan Program Increments. Finally, you'll learn about the continuous delivery pipeline and DevOps culture, how to effectively integrate with other teams in the program, and what it takes to continuously improve the train. What you will Learn To perform the role of a SAFe® Practitioner, you should be able to: Apply SAFe® to scale Lean and Agile development in their enterprise Know their team and its role on the Agile Release Train Know all other teams on the train, their roles, and the dependencies between the teams Plan Iterations Execute Iterations and demonstrate value Plan Program Increments Integrate and work with other teams on the train Introducing the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®) Building an Agile Team Planning the Iteration Executing the Iteration Executing the Program Increment Practicing SAFe®

Explore the complexities of whistleblowing in our intermediate course, covering topics such as types of whistleblowing, protection laws, investigation techniques, and fostering a whistleblowing culture. Gain valuable insights and strategies to navigate ethical dilemmas and promote transparency within your organization.

This Professional Certificate Course in Implementing Agile within the Organization offers a comprehensive understanding of Agile integration. Explore organizational culture impact, strategies for implementation, and creating Agile plans. Learn to train teams, tackle implementation challenges, and measure Agile benefits. Additionally, delve into expanding Agile organization-wide, scaling frameworks, managing dependencies, implementing governance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and addressing scaling challenges. After the successful completion of the course, you will be able to learn about the following, Understand the importance of organizational culture and structure in Agile implementation. Identify strategies for introducing Agile methods to an organization, including pilot projects and executive sponsorship. Learn how to create an Agile implementation plan and identify success metrics. Understand how to train and coach team members in Agile practices. Identify common challenges in Agile implementation and strategies for addressing them. Understand how to measure and communicate the benefits of Agile to stakeholders. "Expanding Agile across the Organization'. Understand how to scale Agile beyond individual teams to the entire organization. Identify different scaling frameworks, such as SAFe and LeSS. Learn how to manage dependencies and align work across multiple teams. Understand how to implement Agile governance and manage risks at the organizational level. Learn how to create a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in the organization. Identify common challenges in scaling Agile and strategies for addressing them. This Professional Certificate Course in Implementing Agile within the Organization offers a comprehensive understanding of Agile implementation strategies. Explore the significance of organizational culture and structure, while learning to introduce Agile through pilot projects and executive sponsorship. Develop skills in creating Agile implementation plans, coaching team members, and addressing common challenges. The course delves into expanding Agile across the organization, covering scaling frameworks, dependency management, and organizational-level governance. Gain insights into fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, measuring Agile benefits, and implementing strategies for scaling challenges. This Professional Certificate Course in Implementing Agile within the Organization provides insights into fostering Agile culture. Learn strategies for introducing Agile, create implementation plans, and measure success metrics. Gain skills in training, coaching, and overcoming common implementation challenges. Explore the expansion of Agile across the organization, covering scaling frameworks, dependency management, governance, risk mitigation, and establishing a culture of continuous improvement. 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. Implementing Agile within the Organization Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic. Implementing Agile Within The Organization 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 Executives Organizational Leaders Agile Coaches Change Management Professionals Team Leads Human Resources Professionals Agile Practitioners Continuous Improvement Specialists Anyone Leading or Influencing Organizational Change Professionals Involved in Agile Transformation Individuals Responsible for Organizational Culture Project Management Office (PMO) Members 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.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The COBIT 2019 Foundation course would suit candidates working in the following IT professions or areas: IT Auditors IT Managers IT Quality professionals IT Leadership IT Developers Process practitioners Managers in IT service providing firms The above list is a suggestion only; individuals may wish to attend based on their own career aspirations, personal goals or objectives. Delegates may take as few or as many Intermediate qualifications as they require, and to suit their needs. Overview This COBIT 2019 Foundation course is designed as an introduction to COBIT 2019 and enables you to understand how an integrated business framework for the governance and management of enterprise IT can be utilized to achieve IT business integration, cost reductions and increased productivity. The syllabus areas that this course is designed to cover are: New framework introduction Key concepts and terminology Governance and Framework Principles Governance system and components Governance and management objectives Performance management Designing a tailored governance system COBIT 2019 builds on and integrates more than 25 years of development in this field, not only incorporating new insights from science, but also operationalizing these insights as practice. The heart of the COBIT framework updates COBIT principles while laying out the structure of the overall framework including: New concepts are introduced and terminology is explained?the COBIT Core Model and its 40 governance and management objectives provide the platform for establishing your governance program. The performance management system is updated and allows the flexibility to use maturity measurements as well as capability measurements. Introductions to design factors and focus areas offer additional practical guidance on flexible adoption of COBIT 2019, whether for specific projects or full implementation. From its foundation in the IT audit community, COBIT has developed into a broader and more comprehensive information and technology (I&T) governance and management framework and continues to establish itself as a generally accepted framework for I&T governance. 1 - COBIT 5 OVERVIEW AND INTRODUCTION Course Administration Course Objectives Exam Overview Certification Scheme History of COBIT COBIT 2019 Improvements Major differences with 2019 Misconceptions about COBIT COBIT and Other Standards 2 - KEY CONCEPTS AND TERMINOLOGY Introduction to Enterprise Governance of Information and Technology Benefits of Information and Technology Governance COBIT Information and Technology Governance Framework Distinction of Governance and Management Three Principles of a Governance Framework Six Principles for a Governance System 3 - GOVERNANCE SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS Introduction to the Components of a Governance System Processes and Capability Levels Organizational Structures and Defined Roles Information Flows and Items People, Skills and Competencies Principles, Policies and Frameworks Culture, Ethics and Behavior Services, Infrastructure and Applications 4 - GOVERNANCE MANAGEMENT OBJECTIVES Governance and Management Objectives Publication Governance and Management Objectives Governance and Management Objectives Core Model Evaluate, Direct and Monitor Align, Plan and Organize Build, Acquire and Implement Deliver, Service and Support Monitor, Evaluate and Assess 5 - GOALS CASCADE Governance and Management Objective Relationships Governance and Management Objective Descriptions High-Level Information Example Introduction to the Goals Cascade Enterprise Goals Alignment Goals Mapping Tables ? Appendix A 6 - PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT Introduction to Performance Management COBIT Performance Management Principles COBIT Performance Management (CPM) Overview Process Capability Levels Rating Process Activities Focus Area Maturity Levels Performance Management of Organizational Structures Performance Management of Information Items Performance Management of Culture and Behavior 7 - DESIGNING A TAILORED GOVERNANCE SYSTEM The Need for Tailoring Design Factors Enterprise Strategy Enterprise Goals Risk Profile I&T Related Issues Threat Landscape Compliance Requirements Role of IT Sourcing Model for IT IT Implementation Methods Technology Adoption Strategy Enterprise Size Focus Areas Designing a Tailored Governance System Management Objective Priority and Target Capability Levels Component Variations Specific Focus Areas Stages and Steps in the Design Process 8 - IMPLEMENTING ENTERPRISE GOVERNANCE OF IT The Business Case The COBIT Implementation Guide Purpose COBIT Implementation Approach Phase 1 ? What are the Drivers Phase 2 ? Where are we Now Phase 3 ? Where do we Want to be Phase 4 ? What Needs to be Done Phase 5 ? How do we get There Phase 6 ? Did we get There Phase 7 How do we Weep the Momentum Going? EGIT Implementation Program Challenges

SAFe® for Teams: Virtual In-House Training Build the skills needed to become a high-performing team member of an Agile Release Train (ART) and learn how to collaborate effectively with other teams by becoming a SAFe® 5 Practitioner (SP). During this course, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the ART, how it delivers value, and what you can do to effectively perform the role using Scrum, Kanban, and Extreme Programming (XP). You will also learn how to write stories and break down features, plan and execute iterations, and plan Program Increments. Finally, you'll learn about the continuous delivery pipeline and DevOps culture, how to effectively integrate with other teams in the program, and what it takes to continuously improve the train. What you will Learn To perform the role of a SAFe® Practitioner, you should be able to: Apply SAFe® to scale Lean and Agile development in their enterprise Know their team and its role on the Agile Release Train Know all other teams on the train, their roles, and the dependencies between the teams Plan Iterations Execute Iterations and demonstrate value Plan Program Increments Integrate and work with other teams on the train Introducing the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®) Building an Agile Team Planning the Iteration Executing the Iteration Executing the Program Increment Practicing SAFe®

SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager: Virtual In-House Training Develop the skillsets needed to guide the delivery of value in a Lean Enterprise by becoming a SAFe® 5.0 Product Owner / Product Manager (POPM). During this course, attendees gain an in-depth understanding of how to effectively perform their role in the Agile Release Train (ART) as it delivers value through Program Increments. Attendees explore how to apply Lean thinking to decompose Epics into Features and Stories, refine Features and Stories, manage Program and Team backlogs, and plan and execute Iterations and Program Increments. Attendees also discover how the Continuous Delivery Pipeline and DevOps culture contribute to the relentless improvement of the ART. What you will Learn To perform the role of a SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager, attendees should be able to: Articulate the Product Owner and Product Manager roles Connect SAFe® Lean-Agile principles and values to the PO / PM roles Decompose Epics into Features and decompose Features into Stories Manage Program and Team backlogs Collaborate with Agile teams in estimating and forecasting work Represent customer needs in Program Increment Planning Execute the Program Increment and deliver continuous value Becoming a Product Owner / Product Manager in the SAFe® enterprise Preparing for PI Planning Leading PI Planning Executing Iterations Executing the Program Increment Becoming a Certified SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager

Grateful Leadership™ - Using the Power of Acknowledgment­® to Engage All Your People and Achieve Superior Results: On-Demand Effective leaders must find ways to enhance people's level of engagement, commitment, and support, especially during the difficult periods of time that all organizations may face. Grateful Leaders can tap into the power of personal commitment and dedication by acknowledging people in an authentic and heartfelt manner. Those leaders who model true acknowledgment behavior will inspire others to do the same and to want to dramatically increase their levels of contribution to the organization, making the power of acknowledgment transformational. What You Will Learn You'll learn how to: Understand and develop the capability to act upon the need for Grateful Leadership to create a culture of appreciation in the workplace Understand the potentially huge benefits of Grateful Leadership in the workplace Overcome the barriers to using acknowledgment Demonstrate the language and subtleties of authentic and heartfelt acknowledgement behavior Describe the Seven Principles of Acknowledgment for "High-Interest Benefits" in the context of participant's personal leadership style Describe how to coach teams, managers, and other corporate stakeholders in using Grateful Leadership to produce breakthrough results Getting Started Introductions Course goals and objectives Introspection on the practice of Grateful Leadership The Workforce Engagement Sustainability Challenge Employees who are engaged, not engaged, and actively disengaged The costs of non-engagement Meeting the workforce engagement challenge Acknowledgment, Engagement, and Leadership Acknowledgment and its benefits Recognition versus acknowledgment 'Challenging people' case study Blanchard, Covey, Keith (Servant Leadership): how acknowledgment fits into these leadership models Leadership and acknowledgment The 5 C's - Consciousness, Courage, Choice, Communication, Commitment Employing the Power of Acknowledgment Overcoming barriers to acknowledgment The Seven High-Interest Benefits Principles of Acknowledgment Exploring the acknowledgment process Applying the Principles of Acknowledgment within the Context of Your Personal Leadership Style Case study The ROI of Grateful Leadership Creating your Grateful Leadership Personal Action Plan™ Creating a Vision Statement for your organization that incorporates Grateful Leadership into your corporate culture The 360° Grateful Leadership Competency Assessment Summary What did we learn, and how can we implement this in our work environments?

Management of Portfolios (MoP®) Foundation: In-House Training In this MoP® Foundation course, participants will acquire the sufficient knowledge and understanding of the principles, cycles, practices, techniques, roles, responsibilities, documents, and organizational context within which portfolio management operates. MoP helps organizations ensure if the investments are done in the right change initiatives and implementing them correctly. This is achieved by: Prioritizing the programs and projects in terms of their contribution to the organization's strategic objectives and overall level of risk Managing the programs and projects consistently to ensure efficient and effective delivery Maximizing the benefit by providing the greatest return from the investment made What You Will Learn Individuals certified at the MoP Foundation level will be able to: Define the scope and objectives of portfolio management and how it differs from program and project management List the benefits of applying portfolio management Explain the context it operates in List the principles upon which successful portfolio management is based on List the different approaches to implement MoP List the factors required to maintain the progress and assess the success of portfolio management State the purpose and key content of the major portfolio documents Define the scope of key portfolio management roles Introduction: MoP Scenario Background of the Methodology The MoP Principles Senior Management Commitment Governance Alignment Strategy Alignment Portfolio Office Energized Change Culture The MoP Definition Cycle Roles and Responsibilities The MoP Delivery Cycle Management control Benefits management Financial management Risk management Stakeholder engagement Organizational governance Resource management The MoP Framework Recap

Five half-day Leadership modules with mini work placed projects to bring the learning into action in the workplace.