Agile Project Management Course

Agile Project Management Course

Course Description

Are you ready to use the adaptive methodology in your organization? Take the Agile Project Management Course!

Project managers who would like to deliver projects using the Agile approach must take this course. While the focus of the training will be on Agile, it will also discuss the differences between Predictive, Adaptive, and Hybrid methodologies following the best practices and standards for Project Management.

Agile project management is a modern, flexible approach to project management. It allows you to break large projects down into more manageable tasks tackled in short iterations or sprints, enabling your team to adapt to change quickly and deliver work fast.

Software developers, construction companies, educational organizations, and even marketing teams use agile project management methodology. Many organizations can benefit from using the agile project management methodology, and it’s simple to set up and utilize.

While you can take advantage of software, books, or agile coaches, each agile team is unique. Understanding the basics can help you put together an agile project methodology that works for you and your organization.

The course will also comprehensively discuss the most popular Agile framework used – Scrum.

The facilitator is a PMP® Certified Project Manager and a Certified Scrum Trainer.

Course Objectives

At the end of the course, the participant will be able to:

• Learn the difference between Agile and Waterfall.
• Learn the scrum methodology.
• Familiarize with the roles and responsibilities of the team and the role of the project manager in Scrum.
• Use a project management tool to create milestones, tasks, durations, and reports to sponsors and stakeholders.
• Appreciate the use of Scrum methodology with a case study.
• Apply Sprint Ceremonies in the case study.
• Prepare for sprints and other Go-Live activities using the case study as an example.

Course Modules

Module 1

• Review Project Management
• Agile vs. Waterfall
• When to use Agile Methodology

Module 2

• Scrum Methodology
• Roles and Responsibilities
• Product and Product Backlog

Module 3

• The Role of a Project Manager on Scrum
• Project Manager vs. Scrum Master
• Timeline Discussion
• Sponsors and Stakeholder Meeting
• Project Meeting

Module 4

• Project Management Tool
• Milestones and Tasks
• Duration and Dates
• Roles
• Gantt Charts Reports

Module 5

• Case Study: IzanRose Online Store
• Requirements
• Product Backlog
• Backlog Grooming

Module 6

• Sprint 0 – The Preparation
• Sprint 1
• Sprint Planning
• Daily Standups
• MidSprint Review
• Burndown Rates
• Sprint Demo
• Sprint Retro
• Burndown Reports

Module 7

• Sprint 2 and Beyond
• External Requirements
• Go-Live Preparations
• After Go-Live Support