Agile Project Management Practitioner (AgilePM® V3) - United Kingdom

Agile Project Management Practitioner (AgilePM®) Course Outline

This two-day course focuses on the topics listed below.

Module 1: AgilePM v3 Syllabus Area (LP) Lifecycle and Products Theme

• Leadership Styles and Skills (Goleman)
  • Leadership Styles That Get Results
  • Emotional Competencies for Leaders

Module 2: AgilePM Fundamentals (AF)

• Understand the Philosophy of AgilePM, Components, and Their Relationships
• Balance Real World Needs: Time, Cost, Quality, and Features
• Understand AgilePM's 8 Principles

Module 3: Individuals and Interactions, Collaboration and Communication (IC)

• Adopt an Appropriate Style of Agile Leadership
• Apply the 9 Principles of Agile Leadership
• Shape an Agile Team Structure
• Identify Agile Project Leadership and Team Roles
• Evaluate Whether Agile Leadership Principles Are Applied Effectively
• Assess Roles, Responsibilities, and Collaborations
• Determine the Effectiveness of Collaboration and Communication
• Assess the Transparency of Process and Progress

Module 4: Risk Management and the Project Approach (RK)

• Explain the AgilePM Approach to Risk Management
• Tailor the Project Approach to Mitigate Risk
• Differentiate Between VUCA-derived and Approach-derived Risk
• Identify Relationships in the Project Approach Questionnaire
• Use the Project Approach Questionnaire to Identify Approach Based Risk

Module 5: Defining and Estimating the Work of the Project (DE)

• Apply Key Concepts and Hierarchy: Requirements, Goals, Backlogs
• Define the Work of the Project by Lifecycle Phase
• Estimate the Work Using Appropriate Approaches
• Apply MoSCoW Rules for Prioritisation
• Evaluate the Application of Key Concepts and Hierarchy
• Assess the Prioritisation of Work
• Evaluate the Application of Estimating Practice

Module 6: Planning and Controlling the Work of the Project, Governance, Compliance, and AgilePM Products (PG)

• Apply AgilePM Planning Concepts to Each Project Phase
• Track Progress and Respond to Change
• Tailor Scrum for Multi-team Planning and Dependency Management
• Demonstrate Control Over Development Using AgilePM and Scrum
• Assure Regulatory Compliance in Agile Projects
• Explain Financial Governance Differences in Agile vs. Traditional Projects
• Assess the Application of AgilePM Planning Concepts
• Evaluate the Application of Tracking and Control Concepts
• Analyse Effectiveness of AgilePM Planning Events and Scrum Customisation
• Assess the Appropriateness of Controls Using AgilePM and Scrum
• Analyse Integration of Regulatory Compliance with AgilePM and Its Impact
• Evaluate the Application of Work-Products for Regulatory Compliance and Financial Governance

Who should attend this AgilePM® v3 Practitioner Course?

This AgilePM® v3 Practitioner Training Course offers a deeper understanding of the AgilePM® methodology and focuses on the practical application of its principles and practices. The following professionals can benefit from attending this course:

• Senior Agile Project Managers
• Scrum Masters
• Product Owners
• Business Analysts
• Change Managers
• Quality Assurance Managers
• Risk Managers

Prerequisites of the AgilePM® v3 Practitioner Course

Delegates must possess the AgilePM® v3 Foundation Certification, before attending this AgilePM® Practitioner Training Course.

Agile Project Management Practitioner (AgilePM® v3) Course Overview

The AgilePM® v3 Practitioner Training is a comprehensive one-day course designed to prepare delegates for the AgilePM® v3 Practitioner Certification. In today's fast-paced business environment, the relevance of Agile methodologies is undeniable. This course equips professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to build on their prior Agile knowledge and successfully implement Agile principles into their project management routine.

Professionals in Project Management, including Project Managers and Team Leaders, must prioritise learning Agile Project Management. Agile methodologies emphasise flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability, diverging from traditional approaches. Proficiency in these principles enables quicker, cost-effective, and low-risk project execution, enhancing customer satisfaction and communication.

The 2-day training by the Knowledge Academy is a focused and intensive session that helps delegates implement Agile methodologies into their daily thought process. It provides a thorough understanding of the 12 Principles of Agile and equips delegates to apply them effectively. Delegates will leave this course as certified AgilePM® practitioners, capable of delivering efficient and cost-effective project management solutions.

Course Objectives

• To help delegates implement Agile methodologies into their daily thought process
• To provide a deep understanding of the 12 Principles of Agile and their practical application
• To emphasise a greater focus on customer satisfaction, leading to increased prospects of returning business
• To enhance communication between teams and clients, creating a better working environment
• To equip delegates to deliver quicker, cost-effective, and minimal risk changes as AgilePM® certified team members

Upon completion of this course, delegates will benefit by gaining AgilePM® v3 Practitioner Certification, which demonstrates their proficiency in Agile Project Management. They will be well-prepared to apply Agile principles in their daily project management routines, fostering improved communication, customer satisfaction, and project productivity.

What’s included in this AgilePM® v3 Practitioner Course?

• AgilePM®  v3 Practitioner Examination
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• AgilePM® v3 Practitioner Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack

Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Practitioner Exam Information

The Agile Project Management Practitioner Exam assesses one's understanding of Agile Project Management methodologies. Essentially, this is a key certification for showcasing advanced agile knowledge, especially for those progressing from the Project Management Foundation exam and aiming for a higher trajectory in Agile Project Management. 

• Question Type: Objective testing examination.
• Total Questions: 4 (20 points per question)
• Total Marks: 80 Marks.
• Pass Mark: 50%, or 40/80 Marks.
• Duration: 2.5 Hours.
• Open Book/ Closed Book: Open Book (Only the Official AgilePM Manual is allowed).