Agile Project Management
| Qualification: | Agile Project Management |
| Course Code: | TC1189 + TC1193 + TC1198 |
| Nominal Days: | 2 + 1 + 1 |
OVERVIEW
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Agile Project Management aims to address the needs of those working in a project focused environment who want to be Agile.
This workshop provides the ability to deliver Agile Projects in organisations requiring standards, rigour and visibility around Project Management, whilst at the same time enabling the fast pace, change and empowerment provided by Agile.
It addresses the needs of management, project managers, team leaders, business analysts and the PMO working in an Agile environment, based on DSDM Atern.
DSDM and Atern are Registered Trade Marks of Dynamic Systems Development Method Limited in the United Kingdom and other countries.
Workshop Objective - 2 Day Agile Project Management
This workshop is about providing an understanding of:
- How to lay the foundations for successful Agile projects
- How an agile project is managed
- Clarify the different management styles needed for successful agile projects (compared to “traditional” projects).
- Provide integration with PRINCE2®
Please note that this workshop does NOT include the APMG Agile PM Foundation exam (refer to TC1193-TC1198 Agile Foundation & Practitioner Preparation)
The APMG Swirl Agile Project Management Device is a Trade Mark of APM Group Ltd.
Who this course is forBack to top
This workshop is designed for:
- Project Managers
- Technical Co-ordinators and Team Managers/Leaders
- Subject Matter Experts and Business Analysts
- Solution Testers and Developers
- Those in a PMO and other functions/departments working in an Agile environment
Training Timetable Back to top
| Sydney: | 1-2 August; 5-6 November |
| Melbourne: | 20-21 June; 12-13 September |
Workshop Objective - 1 Day Agile Foundation Preparation
The workshop includes review, consolidation of concepts and exam questions for the Foundation level certification. The Foundation exam is a 1 hour, 60 question multiple choice paper.
Who this course is forBack to top
This workshop is designed for:
- Project Managers
- Technical Co-ordinators and Team Managers/Leaders
- Subject Matter Experts and Business Analysts
- Solution Testers and Developers
- Those in a PMO and other functions/departments working in an Agile environment
- Delegates who would like to gain the APMG Foundation level certificate in Agile Project Management
Training Timetable Back to top
| Sydney: | 3 August; 7 November |
| Melbourne: | 22 June; 14 September |
In-house and customised training workshops also available please phone 02 9900 1400 for details
PREREQUISITES
In order to derive the greatest benefit from participation in this workshop, participants of the 2 day Agile Project Management workshop should have an interest, and/or role, in the project management arena.
Those wishing to participant in the 1 day Agile Foundation Preparation workshop must have completed the 2 day Agile Project Management workshop (TC1189).
EXAMINATION & CERTIFICATION
The Agile Foundation exam is a 1 hour, 60 question multiple choice paper.
Workshop Objective - 1 Day Agile Foundation Preparation
The workshop includes review, consolidation of concepts and exam questions for the Foundation level certification. The Foundation exam is a 1 hour, 60 question multiple choice paper.
Workshop Objective - 1 Day Agile Practitioner Preparation
The workshop prepares candidates for the APMG Agile Project Management Practitioner certification.
The workshop builds on the 3 day Agile Project Management workshop and includes a review, consolidation of concepts and exam questions for the Practitioner level certification.
Who this course is forBack to top
This workshop is designed for:
- Project Managers
- Technical Co-ordinators and Team Managers/Leaders
- Subject Matter Experts and Business Analysts
- Solution Testers and Developers
- Those in a PMO and other functions/departments working in an Agile environment
- Delegates who would like to gain the APMG Practitioner level certificate in Agile Project Management
Training Timetable Back to top
| Sydney: | 2 July; 20 October |
| Melbourne: | Public workshops may be scheduled depending on demand |
In-house and customised training workshops also available please phone 02 9900 1400 for details
PREREQUISITES
Those wishing to participant in the 1 day Agile Practitioner Preparation workshop must have completed the 3 day Agile Project Management workshop (TC1189 + TC1193) and passed the Foundation exam.
EXAMINATION & CERTIFICATION
The Agile Practitioner exam is a 2 hour examination based on a project scenario, with a total of 45 questions containing 15 question lines, each of which attracts 1 mark, giving a total of 60 marks. The pass mark is 30 (50%). The Practitioner exam tests knowledge, understanding, application, analysis and evaluation of the method.
The Agile Project Management Practitioner qualification is valid for 5 years. Practitioners should re-register within 3-5 years of their original certification in order to demonstrate their commitment to professional development.
Industry Certified RecognitionBack to top
PM-Partners are registered AIPM Assessors and recognised as a Project Managed Organisation by the Australian Institute of Project Management.
UP TO 28 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT UNITS (PDUS) AWARDED
PM-Partners group is a Global PMI (Project Management Institute) Registered Education Provider.
Participants who have been awarded the Project Management Professional Certification (PMP®) by the Project Management Institute are eligible to earn 14 PDU's for participation in the Agile Project Management workshop, 7 PDU's for participation in the Agile Foundation Preparation workshop and 7 PDU's for participation in the Agile Practitioner Preparation workshop.
How are these courses deliveredBack to top
All workshops may be conducted onsite or at our premises, with experienced facilitators providing group and/or individual instruction. Training is provided through hands-on learning, relevant exercises and the provision of a participant handbook. Our participants receive email support throughout the study process and are also entitled to complementary telephone consultation/advice within 60 days of workshop completion.
Workshop Content Summary
Agile Project Management - 2 Days
What is Agile? Choosing the right agile approach
- What is DSDM® Atern®
- Benefits of Agile
Agile Project Management – The Basics
- Agile Philosophy and Principles
- The Agile lifecycle
Roles and Responsibilities
- Business Sponsor
- Business Visionary
- Project Manager
- Technical co-ordinator
- Solution Development Team
Preparing for Agile Project Management
- The constraints
- Critical Success Factors
- The Approach
Agile Project Management
- Traditional v Agile
The Agile Project Management Process and Products
- Pre-Project, Feasibility, Foundations, Exploration & Engineering, Deployment
- Post-Project
Communication
- Facilitated workshops
- Modelling
- Daily stand-ups
- Iterative Development
Prioritisation and Timeboxing
- MoSCoW
- Iterations
Agile Control
- Risk, Issue and Change Management
Requirements, Estimating
- Role of the BA
- Functional v non-Functional
- Variables and contingency
- Measurement
Agile Planning
- Quality planning
- Outline Plan, Delivery Plan, Deployment Plan, Timebox Plan
Agile Foundation Preparation - 1 Day
A comprehensive review of the following subject areas:
- What is Agile? Choosing the right agile approach
- Agile Project Management – The Basics
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Preparing for Agile Project Management
- Agile Project Management
- The Agile Project Management Process and Products
- Communication
- Prioritisation and Timeboxing
- Agile Control
- Requirements, Estimating
- Agile Planning
- Agile Foundation Practice questions and review
Agile Practitioner Preparation - 1 Day
A comprehensive review of the following subject areas:
- What is Agile? Choosing the right agile approach
- Agile Project Management – The Basics
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Preparing for Agile Project Management
- Agile Project Management
- The Agile Project Management Process and Products
- Communication
- Prioritisation and Timeboxing
- Agile Control
- Requirements, Estimating
- Agile Planning
- Documentation
- Agile Practitioner Practice questions and review
PRINCE2® is a Registered Trade Mark of the Cabinet Office. MSP® is a Registered Trade Mark of the Cabinet Office. P3O® is a Registered Trade Mark of the Cabinet Office. MoP™ is a trade mark of the Cabinet Office. The APMG Swirl Agile Project Management Device is a trade mark of APM Group Ltd. The Swirl logo™ is a Trade Mark of the Cabinet Office.
