Agile Training - United Kingdom

Who is this Scaled Agile Framework Training Course intended for?

This course is designed for:

• Executive level professionals.
• Development and Infrastructure Managers.
• PMs and Product Line Managers.
• Portfolio Managers.
• Solution Architects.

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this Certified Scaled Agile Framework Leading SAFe® 6.0 Training and Exam.

Certified Scaled Agile Framework Leading SAFe® 6.0 Training Overview

The Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) is a combination of workflow and organisational patterns that can be used to implement Agile-based practises at the enterprise level. SAFe® consists of structured guidance on planning and managing work, roles and responsibilities, and values to uphold. It supports collaboration, alignment, and delivery across a vast number of Agile teams. This training provides aspiring candidates with SAFe® guidance for workflow and organisational patterns, as well as managing Agile work. By empowering high-performance teams, SAFe® helps to improve time-to-market, quality, and productivity. Individuals with SAFe® knowledge and certification will enhance their skillset and career opportunities at higher designations.

This 2-day Certified Scaled Agile Framework Leading SAFe® 6.0 Training and Exam course provides a thorough understanding of SAFe® as an operating system for business agility and its core competencies. While attending this training session, delegates will become familiar with the Agile Manifesto, including individuals and interactions over processes and tools along with working software over comprehensive documentation. They will also get familiar with Lean portfolio management that delivers solutions to customers either internal or external to the enterprise. Our highly knowledgeable instructor with years of teaching experience will conduct this course and make delegates familiar with product owner duties.

Leading SAFe 6.0 Course Objectives:

• To know about the customer centricity and design thinking.
• To decouple the release of value from the development cadence.
• To evaluate portfolio progress toward business agility by measuring.
• To recommend organising around value with Agile Release Trains (ARTs).
• To obtain a SAFe® configuration that provides the best enterprise solution.
• To communicate the mission, vision, and strategy as well as value streaming.
• At the end of this training course, delegates will be able to thrive in the digital age and embrace the Lean-Agile mindset. They will also be able to construct well-written strategic themes and employ the portfolio canvas to describe the current and future state.

What's included in this Scaled Agile Course?

The following is included in this course:

• SAFe 6.0 Agilist Examination.
• One year SAFe® Community Platform membership.
• Experienced SAFe® Instructor.
• Certificate.

Certified Scaled Agile Framework Leading SAFe® 6.0 Exam information

The exam for the Leading SAFe® course is called SAFe 6.0 Agilist Exam. It’s a web-based exam that is provided by Scaled Agile. The fee for the exam in included in this course even though you do not do it with us. Successful completion of the exam will give you a one-year membership to the SAFe® Community Platform, which includes access to the SA Community of Practice. The exam can be taken up to 30 days after completing the course. The exam consists of:

• ​Exam format: Multiple Choice.
• Total exam questions: 45 questions.
• Passing score: 35 out 45 (77%).
• Exam delivery: Web-based (single-browser), Closed book, no outside assistance and timed.
• Exam retake policy: Second attempt on exam (first retake) can be done immediately after first attempt. Third attempt requires a 10-day wait. Fourth attempt requires a 30-day wait.

SAFe 6.0 Agilist Exam Prerequisites

All are welcome to attend the course, regardless of experience. However, the following prerequisites are highly recommended for those who intend to take the SAFe® 6 Agilist (SA) certification exam:

• 5+ years’ experience in software development, testing, business analysis, product, or project management.
• Experience in Scrum.

Candidates must have attended an accredited Leading SAFe® course prior to taking the exam.

Who is this Scaled Agile Training Course intended for?

This training course is suitable for anyone who is interested in getting in-depth knowledge of scale agile. However, this course is much more beneficial for:

• Product Owners.
• Product Managers.
• Solution Managers.
• Portfolio Managers.
• Program Managers.
• System Architects.

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this course. However, having a prior knowledge of below will be beneficial for the delegates:

• Leading SAFe® certification.
• Experience working in a SAFe® environment.
• Experience with Lean-Agile or other similar environments.

Certified SAFe® Product Manager/Product Owner Training Overview

The Scaled Agile Framework® is the combination of workflow and organisational patterns used to implement Agile practises at the enterprise level. A SAFe® Product Owner (PO) is an agile team member who defines stories and prioritises the team backlog to streamline programme priorities and execution. The certification will teach learners about SAFe®, product owner responsibilities, and how to manage programme backlogs. Additionally, this training will allow individuals to prepare for and participate in PI planning, iterate on executions, and inspect and adapt team improvements. Individuals with agile product ownership and product management skills will get desired designations at highly reputed companies and climb the ladder of success in a short span of time.

This 2-day Certified SAFe® Product Manager/Product Owner Training course equips delegates with a comprehensive knowledge of SAFe® for Lean enterprises and competencies to achieve business agility. During this training, delegates will learn about value streams that deliver value to the end-user directly or support internal business processes. They will also learn about product management, which evolves from customer feedback and learnings from the ART. Our highly knowledgeable instructor with years of teaching experience will conduct this course and make delegates familiar with product owner duties.

Course Objectives 

• To learn about the activities needed to deliver a product or service to a customer.
• To satisfy the customer through continuous delivery of valuable software.
• To match demand to capacity and eliminate excess work in the process.
• To develop and commit to Agile team PI objectives and iteration plans.
• To operate with the goal of achieving a continuous flow of value.
• To identify how to manage the programme backlog and Kanban.

After attending this training course, delegates will be able to align vision with strategic themes and use personas to improve the lives of customers with that vision. They will also be able to manage flow with Team Kanban and continuously refine the backlog.

What's included in this Scaled Agile Training Course?

The following is included in this course:

• SAFe® 6.0 Product Owner/Product Manager Examination.
• One year SAFe® Community Platform membership.
• Experienced Instructor.
• Certificate.
• Refreshments.

Certified SAFe® Product Manager/Product Owner Examination

The exam for SAFe® 6.0 Product Manager/Product Owner is called the SAFe® 6.0 Product Owner/Product Manager Exam. The first examination attempt should be taken within 30 days from the course completion date. It’s a web-based exam that is provided by Scaled Agile. The fee for the exam is included in this course and the exam must be taken through an external body. Successful completion of the exam will give you a one-year membership to the Scaled Agile with access to members-only resources. 

• Exam format: Multiple choice, multiple response
• Exam delivery: web-based (single browser), closed book, no outside assistance, timed.
• Exam duration: 90 minutes
• Total exam questions: 45
• Passing score: 33 out of 45 (73%)
• Retake policy: Second attempt on exam (first retake) can be done immediately after first attempt. Third attempt requires a 10-day wait. Fourth attempt requires a 30-day wait.

The first step toward becoming a Certified SAFe® Product Owner/Product Manager is to attend the SAFe® Product Owner/Product Manager course. This is a requirement, because attending the course provides access to all the study materials and the exam.

SAFe® 6.0 Product Owner/Product Manager Exam Prerequisites

All are welcome to attend the course, regardless of experience. However, the following prerequisites are highly recommended:

• Attend a Leading SAFe® course.
• Experience working in a SAFe environment.
• Experience with Lean, Agile, or other relevant certifications

Who should attend Agile Project Management Course?

This CPAPM course is perfect for individuals who wish to become a Certified Professional in Agile Project Management but have little to no understanding of Agile principles and practices. This course can also be attended by traditional Project Managers who wish to transition to an Agile environment, or Agile team leaders who want to take on this more advanced role.

Certified Agile Project Management Professional Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites and so anybody can attend this course.

Certified Professional in Agile Project Management (CPAPM) Course Overview

Our comprehensive Certified Professional in Agile Project Management (CPAPM) training course is designed to provide delegates with all the skills required to become successful Agile Project Managers in just two days.

Agile practices are adopted by Project Management professionals worldwide, thus this certification is globally recognised as an indicator of proficiencies within Agile. The benefits derived from CPAPM are valuable and directly transferable to the workplace, making our certification attractive to employers and desired by individuals.

A broad range of content is delivered during the two days of training, providing delegates with an abundance of material from which to acquire their new understanding. Our trainers are experts in the realm, and are acclaimed globally for their entrenched knowledge of Agile concepts. The ability of our trainers to transmit their expertise is unparalleled, and hence results in the evolution of delegates who are competent and confident in applying Agile notions.

Agile is an approach to Project Management that focuses on flexibility and fast improvement. It is a proven approach that can be applied to any business or project, therefore has universal potential. This CPAPM certification will effectively prepare each candidate to fulfil the responsibilities of an Agile Project Manager by providing them with practical experience of up-to-date Agile Project Management practices and techniques.

In addition to studying specific Agile methods, a variety of Agile concepts will also be thoroughly explained, including customer cooperation, managing vendors, and mitigating risk. As well as this, individuals will explore deliverables, Agile team roles and responsibilities, and MoSCoW prioritisation.

If you are looking for a complete and comprehensive guide to Agile Project Management, and wish to gain a globally acknowledged certification in the subject, then this training course is perfect for you.

What's Included in this Agile Project Management Course?

The following is included in this course:

• CPAPM Examination
• The Knowledge Academy CPAPM Manual
• Experienced CPAPM Instructor
• CPAPM Certificate
• Refreshments

Certified Professional in Agile Project Management (CPAPM) Exam Information

In order to become a Certified Professional in Agile Project Management, the delegate must pass an exam, which takes place on the final day of the course. This exam is made up of:

• Multiple choice questions
• Duration of 60 minutes
• 65% pass mark
• Closed book

Who should attend this Agile Training Course?

This course is suitable for anybody who wishes to gain an understanding and certification of the basics of Agile methodologies. Applicants of the course can be new to the industry all the way to highly experienced project managers.

Prerequisites

AgilePM® Foundation has no prerequisites.

Pre-course material is sent out to all delegates prior to the course. This will need to be completed before arriving at the course. 

Agile Project Management Foundation Course Overview

This 3-day course is an introduction to the Agile methodology and provides the training and examination for the AgilePM® Foundation certification (APMG accredited). Our qualified trainers will guide you through the programme so that you shall acquire the skills to work competently and proficiently, as part of a team, on an Agile project.

Agile training centres on continual iterative feedback, at regular intervals, to allow for frequent refinement of a project. Thus, meaning that it deflects from the traditional project management methodologies of following a rigid plan and instead permits customer collaboration and is welcome to change.

• Begin with an introduction to Agile methodologies
• Equip yourself with the core principles needed for a successful Agile project
• Understand the 12 Principles of Agile training and implement them into your projects
• Greater focus on customer satisfaction, fulfilled and satisfied clients translate to improved prospects of returning business
• Enhanced communication focus, between teams and clients, resulting in a better working environment
• Concentrated attention on working software and project productivity rather than extensive documentation

AgilePM® is a registered trademark of Agile Business Consortium Limited. All rights reserved.​

What's included in this Agile Training Course?

The following is included in this Agile Project Management Foundation course fee:

• AgilePM® Foundation Examination
• Pre-course material
• Experienced Instructor
• Certificate
• Refreshments

Official APMG Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Foundation Exam

Learn how to flex and deliver projects rapidly to meet your customer needs.

AgilePM® Foundation exam format:

• Question Type: 50 multiple choice questions.
• Duration: 40 Minutes.
• Supervised: Yes.
• Material Allowed: None, this is a 'closed book' exam.
• Pass Mark: 25/50 (50%).

Your certificate is received within two weeks of APMG receiving your exam paper.

Who should attend this Agile Training Course?

This course is suited to those who have a prior understanding of Agile Project Management. 

Prerequisites

To take the AgilePM® Practitioner exam, you must have passed the Agile Foundation exam. The DSDM Altern Foundation or Advanced Practitioner certificates are also acceptable substitutes. PM® Foundation has no prerequisites.

Pre-course material is sent out to all delegates prior to the course. This will need to be completed before arriving at the course.

Agile Project Management Practitioner (AgilePM®) Course Overview

This course serves as a comprehensive one-day workshop for the AgilePM® Practitioner certification. This APMG accredited course is for those wishing to build on their prior Agile knowledge and successfully implement these principles into their projects and daily routine in project management.

Agile training centres on continual iterative feedback, at regular intervals, to allow for frequent refinement of a project. Thus, meaning that it deflects from the traditional project management methodologies of following a rigid plan and instead permits customer collaboration and is welcome to change.

• Implement an Agile methodology into your daily thought-process
• Have a thorough grasp of the 12 Principles of Agile training and the ability to apply them
• Greater focus on customer satisfaction, fulfilled and satisfied client translates to improved prospects of returning business
• Enhanced communication focus, between teams and client, resulting in a better working environment
• Concentrated attention on working software and project productivity rather than extensive documentation
• Deliver quicker, cost-effective, and minimal risk change with AgilePM® certified team members

AgilePM® is a registered trademark of Agile Business Consortium Limited. All rights reserved.​

What's included in this Agile Training Course?

The following is included in this Agile Project Management Practitioner course fee:

• The AgilePM® Practitioner Examination
• Pre-course material
• Experienced Instructor
• Certificate
• Refreshments

Official APMG Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Practitioner Examination Information

Become an agile project leader with in-depth knowledge of agile principles.

Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Practitioner exam format: 

• Question Type: Objective Testing
• Total Questions: 4 questions, 20 marks per question
• Pass Mark: 40/80 marks required to pass the exam - 50%
• Duration: 2.5 hours
• Open Book: Yes, only the official AgilePM Manual is allowed

Your certificate is received two weeks after the AgilePM® results are released.

Who should attend this Lean Portfolio Management training course? 

This Lean Portfolio Management SAFe® Training course is ideal for anyone who wants to gain in-depth knowledge about the Lean Portfolio Management practices. However, this training will be more beneficial for:

• CEOs
• Business Owners
• Programme and Project Managers
• Solution Managers
• Agile Coaches

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this Lean Portfolio Management SAFe® Training course. However, fulfilling any of the following criteria can be beneficial for the delegates:

• Experience in a SAFe® Environment
• Certified Scaled Agile Framework Leading SAFe® 6.0 Training and Exam
• Certified SAFe® Product Manager / Product Owner Training and Exam

Lean Portfolio Management SAFe®​ Course Overview

Lean Portfolio Management applies lean thinking to the management of business, programme, and product portfolios to offer a quick and flexible flow of high-value labour. It helps organisations gain visibility, figure out what works, and optimise strategies by connecting strategy with implementation. Studying this training helps professionals also use lean portfolio management for agile portfolio operations and lean governance. This training course will help the learners gain a comprehensive understanding of the practical tools and techniques to implement lean portfolio management functions in their organisation. Having sufficient knowledge of using Lean Portfolio Management SAFe® will help learners brighten their careers by providing new career opportunities globally.

The Knowledge Academy’s 2-day Lean Portfolio Management SAFe® Training is designed to provide delegates with the knowledge and skills to use Lean Portfolio Management. During this training, delegates will learn how to conduct many low-cost experiments to evaluate the MVP. They will also learn about solution roadmaps that communicate forecasted solution deliverables over a planning horizon. The Knowledge Academy’s highly professional and knowledgeable tutor, who has years of teaching experience, will conduct this training.

Lean Portfolio Management Course Objectives:

• To develop solutions required for collaborating with external suppliers.
• To convert a business hypothesis into a technology-enabled solution.
• To develop business initiatives and implement new features.
• To balance the backlog of new business features with continual investment.
• To provide a shared mindset for improving operational efficiency.
• To launch the LPM implementation and create a sense of urgency for change.

At the end of this training course, delegates will be able to use practical tools and techniques to implement the Lean Portfolio Management functions in their organisations. They will also be able to capture the current and future state of the portfolio and identify important business initiatives to achieve the portfolio vision.

What's included within this Lean Portfolio Management training course?

• SAFe® Lean Portfolio Manager 6.0 Examination.
• Delegate pack consisting of course notes and exercises.
• Manual.
• Experienced Instructor.
• One-year membership to SAFe Studio

Who is this Scaled Agile Training Course designed for?

This course is intended for those who are new to SAFe® or who have some experience with agile development methodologies and want to enhance their knowledge and skills in SAFe®. However, it is more beneficial for:

• Agile Release Train Team Members.
• Anyone who applies Lean and Agile on a large scale.

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this Certified SAFe® for Teams Training course. However, delegates will thrive if they are well acquainted with Scrum, Kanban, and/or XP.

Certified SAFe® Practitioner for Teams Training Overview

SAFe® for Teams addresses the tactical ability required to be an effective member of an ART. Agile Release Train (ART) is the core element of any SAFe® environment and a multidisciplinary, long-term team that works with stakeholders to deliver effective solutions within a PI (Programme Increment) timeframe. This training provides organisations with a methodical approach to expanding their use of Agile principles, enabling several teams to collaborate successfully and create high-quality products and services. Studying this training equips learners with PI planning that helps teams plan and execute their work in a coordinated and efficient manner. Pursuing this certification helps individuals get equipped with the necessary skills and techniques to enhance their career opportunities and increase their earnings.

The Knowledge Academy’s 2-day Certified SAFe® for Teams Training course provides delegates with in-depth knowledge about the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) and its benefits. During this training, they will learn how to develop a lean agile mindset and SAFe® core values. Delegates will also learn about how to demonstrate value with the iteration review. This course will be led by our highly skilled and knowledgeable trainer, who has years of experience in teaching and will help delegates get a complete understanding of this course.

SAFe for Teams Course Objectives:

• To get an in-depth understanding of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®).
• To understand the importance of customer centricity and design thinking.
• To become familiar with how to build quality into software development.
• To learn how to conduct a team and technical agility assessment.
• To attain knowledge of how to define work in the support of the customer.

At the end of this training, delegates will be able to perform various tasks effectively, such as work with other Agile Release Train teams and plan PIs. They will also be able to improve competency, flow, and outcomes efficiently.

What's included in this Scaled Agile Training Course?

The following is included in this course:

• SAFe® 6.0 Practitioner Examination.
• One year SAFe® Community Platform membership.
• Experienced SAFe® Instructor.
• Certificate.
• Refreshments.

Certified SAFe® 6 Practitioner Examination

A Certified SAFe® Practitioner (SP) is a Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe) team member responsible for using Scrum, Kanban, and Extreme Programming (XP) in a SAFe environment. Key areas of responsibility include planning Program Increments and Iterations, breaking requirements into stories, developing incrementally with built-in quality, demonstrating value at a team and program level, and problem-solving impediments to drive relentless improvement.

• Exam format: Multiple choice, multiple select
• Exam delivery: web-based (single-browser), closed book, no outside assistance, timed.
• Exam duration: 90 Minutes
• Total exam questions: 45
• Passing score: 35 out of 45 (77%)
• Retake policy: Second attempt on exam (first retake) can be done immediately after first attempt. Third attempt requires a 10-day wait. Fourth attempt requires a 30-day wait.

The first step toward becoming a Certified SAFe professional is to attend the SAFe® for Teams course. This is a requirement, because attending the course provides access to all the study materials and the exam.

SAFe® Practitioner exam prerequisites

All are welcome to attend the course, regardless of experience. However, the following prerequisites are highly recommended for those who intend to take the SAFe® Practitioner (SP) certification exam:

• Familiarity with Agile concepts and principles
• Awareness of Scrum, Kanban, and XP
• Working knowledge of software and hardware development processes

Who should attend this Agile Training Course?

The course is intended for anybody involved in or looking to be involved in a programme management role. This includes programme managers and staff, project management office (PMO) managers, and staff involved in change at the strategic level.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites, but some experience of working on projects using Agile would be a bonus.

Agile Programme Management (AgilePgM®) Overview

Agile Programme Management (AgilePgM®) provides comprehensive best practice guidance on how to manage organisational change using Agile practices.

Project management has evolved over the last few years, and appetite for Agile has grown greater as businesses have realised its advantages over the traditional way of running things. There is no reason, however, why Agile techniques couldn’t also be used for programme management. Thus, APMG’s Agile Programme Management certification was born. 

Developed in partnership with Agile Business Consortium, creators of the original DSDM/Agile Project Framework, the Agile PgM Foundation certification provides best practice guidance on how to manage groups of projects in an Agile way.

This 3-day course provides a full grounding in the method and includes an exam to certify knowledge and enable you to receive your certification.

We recommend Agile Programme Management Handbook manual (ISBN No: 978-0992872717) prior to the course to accompany your learning. But it is not included in course fees. 

AgilePgM® is a registered trademark of Agile Business Consortium Limited. All rights reserved.

What's included in this Agile Training Course?

This training course includes 

• The Agile Programme Management (Agile PgM®) Examination
• Experienced Trainer
• Certificate
• Refreshments

Agile Programme Management (Agile PgM®) Exam Information

The Agile Programme Management (Agile PgM®) exam uses the following format. Successfully completing the exam awards you the certification.

• Question Type: Multiple choice.
• Duration: 40 minutes.
• Total Questions: 50 questions with four sections in total.
• Pass mark: 25/50 or 50%.
• Material Allowed: None, this is a 'closed book' exam.

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this SAFe® Agile Product Management certification training. However, having prior knowledge of agile principles and earning one SAFe® course would be beneficial for the delegates.

Audience

This training course is suitable for anyone who wants to become a pro in SAFe®, can attend this course. However, it is much more beneficial for:

• Product Managers
• Project Managers
• Developers
• Software Development Managers
• Software Development Architects
• Product Managers

SAFe® Agile Product Management Training Course Overview

The Knowledge Academy’s 3-day SAFe® Agile Product Management Training course covers all aspects of product management in a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) context. This course teaches product managers and product owners how to efficiently manage product backlogs, prioritise features, and connect product strategy with overall business goals. Delegates will discover how to use Lean-Agile principles to provide value to customers, interact with stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement in product management processes.

Course Objectives:

• Learn to effectively manage product backlogs and prioritise features
• Apply Lean-Agile principles to deliver customer value
• Collaborate with stakeholders and agile teams for alignment and feedback
• Define product strategy and make data-driven decisions
• Foster continuous improvement in product management processes
• Adapt to changing market dynamics for product success

After attending this training course, delegates will be able to create innovation in the value stream along with seeking improvement. They will also be able to create roadmaps to build solutions successfully.

• Delegate pack consisting of course notes and exercises
• Experienced Instructor

Prerequisites

For attending this training course, having a basic understanding of Agile Manifesto and SAFe® principles would be beneficial for the delegates.

Audience

This training course is suitable for anyone who wants to gain an understanding of overcoming the challenges of Agile. However, it is much more beneficial for:

• Government Leaders
• Government Influencers
• Executives
• Directors
• Branch Chiefs
• Development Managers

SAFe® for Government Certification Course Overview

The Knowledge Academy’s 2-day SAFe® for Government Certification Training is designed to provide delegates with a comprehensive understanding of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) and its application in government organisations. This course focuses on government agencies' unique challenges and opportunities when adopting Agile practices at scale. Delegates will gain knowledge and skills to implement and sustain agile practices within a government context. Our highly experienced and professional trainer will conduct this training course who has years of experience in teaching SAFe® courses.

Course Objectives 

• Understand the principles and core values of SAFe®
• Learn how to effectively plan, execute, and track Agile initiative
• Develop skills in Agile program and portfolio management
• Learn techniques for effectively scaling agile practices across multiple teams
• Understand how to establish Agile contracts and procurements

• Delegate pack consisting of course notes and exercises
• Experienced Instructor

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this training course. However, having a prior understanding of the SAFe® for Teams course would be beneficial.

While knowledge of SAFe for Teams and a background in engineering, development, project management, or quality assurance are highly encouraged to fully benefit from the course, neither of these criteria is required for the exam.

Audience

This SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Training course is suitable for anyone who wants to learn the development process. However, it is much more beneficial for:

• Developers
• Product Managers
• Product Owners
• Scrum Masters
• Business Analysts

SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Training Course Overview

The SAFe® Agile Software Engineering Training is a comprehensive course designed to equip software engineers, developers, testers, and other technical professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to apply Agile and Lean principles in software development within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) environment. Individuals will learn advanced engineering practices, including continuous integration, test-driven development, Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD), and DevOps principles, to deliver high-quality software in an iterative and incremental manner. This training focuses on empowering teams to collaborate effectively, embrace a culture of continuous improvement, and deliver customer value with speed and quality.

Course Objectives:

• Gain a deep understanding of agile software engineering principles, practices, and tools
• Learn advanced engineering practices such as continuous integration, test-driven development, and behaviour-driven development
• Apply DevOps principles to enable seamless integration and delivery of software
• Enhance technical agility and collaboration within agile teams
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in software engineering processes
• Enable the delivery of high-quality software with speed and customer value

• Delegate pack consisting of course notes and exercises
• Experienced Instructor

Prerequisites

For attending this SAFe® for Architects certification training, individuals should have earned one SAFe® course and also have attended at least one Agile Release Train (ART) and one Program Increment (PI).

Audience

This SAFe® for Architects Certification training course is suitable for anyone who wants to advance their career in IT enterprise. However, it is much more beneficial for:

• Scrum Masters
• Agile Coaches
• Consultants
• Architects
• Agile Trainers
• Solution Architects

SAFe® for Architects Training Course Overview

The Knowledge Academy’s 3-day SAFe® for Architects Training course is designed to provide delegates with the knowledge and skills required to drive effective architectural solutions and support the implementation of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) in an organisation. This course focuses on the role of architects in enabling business agility, creating architectural runway, and aligning architecture with enterprise strategy. Delegates will learn how to apply architectural practices in a SAFe® context, collaborate with agile teams, and ensure architectural integrity throughout the development lifecycle.

Course Objectives:

• Role of architects in a SAFe® environment and their contribution to achieving business agility
• Create and maintain architectural runways to support the development of large-scale systems
• Gain knowledge of architectural patterns, practices, and design principles
• Align architecture with the enterprise strategy and ensure business value delivery
• Understand how to collaborate effectively with Agile teams
• Learn how to implement DevOps practices and leverage technology trends

• Delegate pack consisting of course notes and exercises
• Experienced Instructor

SAFe® DevOps Certification Course Overview

The Knowledge Academy’s 2-day Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) DevOps Certification course delivers comprehensive instruction on DevOps ideas and techniques. Delegates will discover how to promote cooperation, communication, and automation across development, operations, and other business functions to achieve faster and more reliable software delivery. This training provides professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to grow DevOps techniques, allowing firms to offer value continuously and strengthen their competitive edge.

Course Objectives:

• Key principles and practices of DevOps within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®)
• Collaboration and communication between development and operations teams
• Acquire knowledge of automation techniques and tools to improve efficiency
• Implement continuous integration, continuous delivery, and continuous deployment practices
• How to optimise the software delivery pipeline and reduce lead time for delivering value
• Learn strategies for fostering a culture of shared responsibility

• Delegate pack consisting of course notes and exercises
• Experienced Instructor

Prerequisites 

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this AgileSHIFT® training course.

Who Should Attend this AgileSHIFT® training course?

This AgileSHIFT® training course is suitable for those who are interested to be part of a culture of organisational-wide agility and understand to work in to work in more agile ways immediately.

AgileSHIFT® Certification Overview

Agility is an organisation's ability to adapt or react to a rapidly changing, ambiguous, turbulent environment. Agility is most important for every organisation as it makes large scale businesses' transform more effectively and efficiently. AgileSHIFT® is a framework developed by AXELOS. This framework is the most effective for small and large-scale organisations because adopting this helps them prepare themselves for any change in the marketplace. Acquiring knowledge of AgileSHIFT® can help individuals develop advanced skills to provide the guidance which their organisation needs to thrive in an increasingly competitive and disruptive marketplace.

During this fully accredited 2-day AgileSHIFT® training course, which uses the most current agile and lean ways of workings for the organisation's transformational changes, delegates will gain comprehensive knowledge of basic and advanced concepts of AgileSHIFT®. They will learn about the difference between traditional relationship and relationship as AgileSHIFT®, increasing pace of change, the increasing role of technology, VUCA, tech-shift, enterprise agility, how an organisation can understand its delta, and more. This course will be taught by our expert trainers, who hold years of experience in teaching.

After attending this training course, delegates will be able to:

• Understand the nature and effect of a threat gap
• Become familiar with the relationship of run organisation and change organisation
• Learn about traditional relationship and relationship as AgileSHIFT®
• Understand the relationship between AgileSHIFT® and multimodal working
• Learn about benefits and barriers to enterprise agility
• Understand the steps of the path to value

After learning all these topics, delegates will be able to successfully implement this AgileSHIFT® framework in their organisations to adopt the habit of rapid changes, which will help them to survive in the competitive market.

The Knowledge Academy's AgileSHIFT® training demonstrates the delegates with all the required skills to help their organisations increase agility and make large scale businesses' transformation.

Delegates can also choose from our other popular Agile Training courses such as Agile Project Management Foundation & Practitioner (AgilePM®), Certified Scaled Agile Framework Leading SAFe® 5.1 Training and Exam, Certified Professional in Agile Project Management (CPAPM), Agile Programme Management (AgilePgM®), Agile Project Management Foundation (AgilePM®), Agile Project Management Practitioner (AgilePM®), Certified SAFe® Product Manager / Product Owner Training and Exam, and Certified SAFe® For teams.

What's included in this AgileSHIFT® training course?

• Delegate pack consisting of course notes and exercises.
• Experienced Instructor.
• AgileSHIFT® exam.

AgileSHIFT® Examination Information

The AgileSHIFT certificate is gained by attending a training course delivered by an AXELOS accredited training provider and passing the exam.

AgileSHIFT® exam format:

• Duration: 45 Minutes.
• Material Allowed: None, this is a 'closed book' exam.
• Question Type: Multiple Choice.
• Total Questions: 33, each question is worth 1 mark.
• Pass mark: A score of 20 marks or above (60%).

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this training. However, having a basic knowledge of agile principles and values (project, program, and change management) gives more benefit to delegate.

Audience

This course is designed for anyone who is responsible for organisational change processes and needs to implement changes in an Agile with flexible manner. However, it is more beneficial for:

• Change Agent Professionals
• Organisational Leaders

Agile Change Agent Course Overview

Agile is an iterative approach for developing software and successfully managing projects, allowing teams to effectively provide more value to their customers. The change agent is an individual or group of persons that assumes the task of initiating and managing change in an organisation. An inside person, such as a manager or employee who is assigned to manage a change process in an organisation, is known as an internal change agent. A change agent's main work is to change the organisational structure that can enhance organisational outcomes and efficiency. Today, Agile is of utmost importance for all organisations because of its iterative nature and influence on climate and readiness. Holding the required practical knowledge and expertise in agile and change initiatives can help individuals get better job opportunities with higher pay.

This 2-day Agile Change Agent training course provides delegates with comprehensive knowledge of how to use an agile approach to manage organisational change. This interactive course is specially designed to develop practical knowledge and expertise in agile and change to support effective transformation or change initiatives. Delegates will learn about change management, the benefits of the roadmap, number of iterations, emotional assessment, SMART goals, MoSCoW, and more.

This Agile Change Agent training course is accredited by APMG International.

During this course, delegates will:

• Become familiar with the roadmap and how it works
• Learn about the business need
• Be introduced to iterations
• Understand about active listening
• Learn about various agile approaches
• Understand the benefits of a positive environment

Attaining this certification will enable delegates to master proficiency to build their resource capacity to support any organisational change or transformation initiative. They will be able to manage changes for both small and large scale transformations. Holding this effective practical skill and knowledge in agile may also help delegates get new jobs, promotions, or pay rises.

After completing this course, delegates can choose from our most popular Agile courses, such as Agile Project Management Foundation & Practitioner (AgilePM®), Certified Professional In Agile Project Management (CPAPM), Agile Overview,  Agile Project Management Black Belt. These courses will help to enhance their productivity in an organisation effectively.

What's Included? 

• Delegate pack consisting of course notes and exercises
• Manual
• Experienced Instructor
• Refreshments
• Agile Change Agent exam

Official APMG Agile Change Agent Examination Information

Build your practical ability in agile and change

Agile Change Agent exam format:

• Question Type: Multiple choice.
• Total Questions: 50 questions.
• Pass mark: (25/50) 50%.
• Duration: 40 minutes.
• Material Allowed: None, this is a 'Closed book' exam.

Who Should Attend this Agile Training Course?

Individuals who may benefit from taking this course include:

• Ambitious project managers looking to improve their working practices
• Executives interested in improving the work culture and productivity of their teams

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites required to attend this course. However, to best implement the concepts provided, it would be best learned by those in a managerial position.

Agile for Teams Course Overview

The Knowledge Academy’s Agile for Teams 1-day training course is intended to equip delegates with the understanding and skill to implement Agile methodologies in their own organisations, ideally improving their teams’ productivity and enhancing customer satisfaction. Engineered to give delegates an insight into the principles behind Agile as well as introducing multiple Agile methodologies, this course gives delegates the flexibility and resourcefulness required to make Agile teams a success at any size.

Covering topics as diverse as Kanban and Scrum techniques to learning how to evaluate a project after its implementation, this Agile for Teams course will allow you to holistically transform the way in which you and your teams work, from the inception of a project onwards, to prioritise clear communication, efficiency, and satisfaction for both customers and employees.

By undertaking this course with The Knowledge Academy, you will benefit from the expertise of our well-renowned trainers and their unrivalled experience with a variety of Agile methodologies, enabling you to discover which approach is best for your organisation. You will also gain access to our peripheral materials, such as the course manual, designed to cement and enhance your understanding of Agile concepts for sustained use.

What’s Included in this Agile Training Course?

This training course features:

• The Knowledge Academy’s Agile for Teams courseware and supplementary materials
• Certificate of Completion
• The knowledge and experience of a respected instructor
• Refreshments