Overview

Agile project management is a key factor for success in today's business world. Companies that adopt Agile principles are able to deliver value faster, adapt to changing needs resulting in faster software or product delivery, and achieve higher customer satisfaction. On the other hand, companies that continue to use traditional methods are losing ground to their Agile competitors. The evidence is clear: Agile companies are setting new records for earnings and stock prices, while non-Agile ones are struggling to survive. Add the Agile approach to your project management toolbox with the SCHSBM’s Agile Project Management Programme and become more marketable within today’s changing project management environment.

In this practical programme you will be introduced to core Agile principles and methodologies of the Agile Project Management framework based on the Dynamic Systems Development Methodology (DSDM), and to key Agile and Scrum frameworks. Specifically, you will learn how to plan and run projects using Agile Scrum and Kanban methods, and Lean. You will also assess the benefits and disadvantages of using hybrid methods such as Lean Startup, Scaled Agile for the Enterprise (SAFe), and Disciplined Agile Development. In this way, this programme will prepare you for both agile delivery and agile management. The content delivered will enable you to achieve better practical results in your projects using adaptive approaches, thus equipping you with the skills needed to become competent Agile practitioners.

Learning Objectives

The goals of the programme are to:

• Apply Agile principles, methodologies, and frameworks to successfully manage complex projects.
• Use Agile methods and processes to adapt to change, align your work with organisational goals and customer needs, and create a culture focused on delivering value.

On successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Discuss the benefits of using Agile frameworks versus traditional project management approaches.
•  Outline the lifecycle of an Agile project.
•  Explain key concepts of Agile project analysis and design.
•  Apply the principles of the agile project management framework to project scenarios.
•  Apply lean principles to various project management scenarios.
•  Manage the scope, schedule, budget, and quality of Agile projects.
•  Communicate more effectively with your team on an Agile project.
•  Use Agile techniques to track and monitor Agile projects.

Programme Curriculum

• Core Principles of Agile Project Management
•  The DSDM Agile Project Management Process
•  Adopting an Appropriate Agile Approach
•  Overview of Agile Methodologies
•  Lifecycle of an Agile Project
•  Principles of Scrum
•  Agile Planning Process:
  •  Project Initiation and Gathering Requirements
  •  Conducting Estimates and Creating the Release Plan
•  Planning and Monitoring Agile Projects
•  Closing Agile Projects
•  Leading an Agile Team and Challenges for Agile Teams
•  Managing Stakeholder Engagement on an Agile Project
•  Delivering Value and Quality to Customers in Agile Projects

Entry Requirements

• Delegates in this programme will be most successful if they have a foundational understanding of traditional project management tools and processes
•  Some experience on formal projects at work or externally is recommended

Programme Highlights

•  Improve project efficiency using agile project management techniques shown to deliver faster results
•  Reduce the risk of project failure by adopting agile results-based controls

Who should attend:

• Project Managers, Programme Managers or Coordinators
•  Project Officers, Chief Project Engineers, Product Managers
•  Any Manager or Supervisor of project work done in teams
•  Senior Managers with project outcome accountability, or individuals who have on-the-job project management experience regardless of whether their formal job role is project manager
•  Agile Team Members seeking to become Agile Project Managers