Classes Agile
Agile Fundamentals
- 1 days
- 3 upcoming dates
- 3 guaranteed to run
- May qualify for CEU/PDU credit
Upcoming dates
All times shown in the class's own timezone. 3 of 3 are guaranteed to run, meaning they go ahead regardless of enrollment.
| Dates | Starts | Where | Status | Seat | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 19 | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CDT | Live virtual | GUARANTEED | $795 | |
| Mon, Nov 16 | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST | Live virtual | GUARANTEED | $795 | |
| Mon, Dec 14 | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST | Live virtual | GUARANTEED | $795 |
About this class
We have 3 scheduled dates of Agile Fundamentals, from Mon, Oct 19 through Mon, Dec 14. Every one is guaranteed to run regardless of enrollment. Seats are $795 each over 1 day, courseware included. Book online with a card, or send a purchase order and we will invoice on net 30 terms.
Agile is the future of project management. Many companies are adopting agile methodologies to increase team performance and improve customer satisfaction. This one-day virtual course is designed to teach you the principles and practices of Agile, such as Scrum.
This course has been approved by PMI for 8 PDUs.
What you'll be able to do
- Understanding what types of projects are ideal for applying Agile practices
- Crafting a product roadmap that is focused on delivering a consistent value stream that is recognizable to the customer
- How to become more accurate at estimating work and delivering on commitments
- How to manage an evolving product backlog with changing requirements
- How to write better requirements using user stories and acceptance criteria that best represents the voice of the customer
- How to create and interpret "Information Radiators" and make timely decisions that impact the success of a project
- How increasing customer interaction and transparency will better ensure that the product being delivered delights the customer
- How to employ Agile practices that improve quality, reduce defects and speed up delivery time
Course outline
Agile Foundation
- Agile Development Overview
- When is Agile Appropriate?
- Agile Manifesto
Agile Fundamentals
- Agile Environment
- Workshops
- Project Charter
- Agile Release
- Product Backlog
- Value-Based Prioritization
- Product Backlog Grooming
- User Stories
- INVEST
- Story Maps
- Epics
Agile Methodologies
- Agile Methodologies Overview
- Scrum Introduction
- Sprint Planning Meeting
- Sprint Goal
- Modeling
- Sprint Backlog
- Daily Scrum Meeting
- Sprint Review Meeting
- Definition of Done (DoD)
- Abnormal Sprint Termination
- Retrospective
- The Scrum Team
Agile Communications
- Team Chartering
- Stages of Team Development
- Communications Management
- Social Media-based Communications
- Agile Tooling
- Information Radiators
- Task/Kanban Board
- Work in Progress (WIP) Limits
- Sprint Burndown Chart
- Release Burnup Chart
Agile Estimating
- Relative Sizing
- Story Points
- Affinity Estimating
- Wideband Delphi Technique
- Planning Poker
- Consensus Building
- Velocity
Agile Metrics & Product Quality
- Cause and Effect
- Managing with Agile KPI's
- Test Driven Development (TDD)
- Unit Testing
- Acceptance Testing
- Escaped Defects
Agile Leadership
- Leadership Theories
- Knowledge Sharing
- Active Listening
- Brainstorming
- Negotiation
- Stakeholder Management
- Coaching and Mentoring
Agile Contracts and Accounting Principles
- Agile Contracts and Accounting Principles
- Burn Rate
Before you attend
No prior Agile experience is required. However, familiarity with basic project management concepts can be helpful.
Who this is for
This course is intended for anyone who wants to learn the principles and practices of Agile. For those looking to get certified, you should attend our PMI Agile Certification Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® certification training course.
How reserving works. Your card is authorized, not charged. We confirm the seat with the training center, usually within one business day, and take payment only once it is held. If the class turns out to be full we release the authorization and you are not charged.
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