Agile Project Management

TRAINING COURSE

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Details

Agile is a flexible and iterative project management approach focusing on delivering value quickly by breaking projects into smaller, manageable tasks. It emphasizes collaboration, continuous feedback, and the ability to adapt to changes, ensuring that the final product aligns closely with customer needs.

Agile helps teams stay responsive to shifting business requirements, speeds up delivery times, and promotes efficiency by encouraging regular reviews and adjustments throughout the project lifecycle. This results in higher customer satisfaction and a more dynamic way of managing projects in today’s fast-paced business environment.

 

This 1-day workshop in Agile Project Management focuses on key concepts, practices, and tools that provide participants with a foundational understanding of Agile and how it can be applied in projects.  

Delivery Methods

Delivery Method Duration
Classroom
Instructor-led classroom-based training. Classes are scheduled at various conference centres in the Sandton area or your premises. Stationary and printed manuals or online resources are included. Refreshments, including 2 tea breaks and a cooked meal for lunch are provided. Training is between 9 am to 4 pm.
Classroom
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Live Virtual Training
This course is delivered live via Microsoft Teams. You will be able to see and hear the instructor, view their whiteboard, and ask questions or communicate in the chat. Attend from the comfort of your own home or private office.
Live Virtual Training
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Save up to 10% by booking and paying 10 business days before the course.

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Audience

Business owners, project managers, team leaders, team members, product owners, scrum masters, business analysts, IT professionals, QA professionals, consultants and coaches and anyone interested in Agile business practices.

Pre-Requisites

While the course is designed for beginners, it may be helpful if participants: 

  • Have some basic knowledge of project management
  • Are open to adopting new methodologies
  • Work in an environment where Agile practices can be applied (or have an interest in transitioning to one)

Course Outline / Curriculum

Overview of Agile principles and values

  • Agile vs. traditional project management (Waterfall)
  • Agile Manifesto discussion
  • Agile Methodologies

Introduction to Scrum and Kanban

  • Roles, artifacts, and ceremonies in Scrum
  • Overview of Lean, XP, and SAFe
  • Agile Roles and Responsibilities

Key roles: Scrum Master, Product Owner, Development Team

  • Stakeholder management in Agile
  • Self-organizing teams
  • Agile Planning and Estimation

Writing user stories (INVEST criteria)

  • Story points and estimation (Planning Poker)
  • Sprint Planning and Backlog management
  • Agile Tools and Metrics

Overview of Jira, Trello, and other tools

  • Tracking progress: Burndown charts and velocity
  • Agile reporting for stakeholders
  • The Agile Mindset and Culture

Fostering collaboration and continuous improvement

  • Encouraging feedback and iterative learning
  • Agile in Practice: Case Study and Simulation

Running a mini-sprint with Sprint Planning, Daily Standup, Sprint Review, and Retrospective

  • Debrief and key takeaways

Agile Challenges and Best Practices

  • Common challenges in Agile adoption
  • Tips for successful Agile implementation

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