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Agile Project Management Awareness

Level: Foundation, Intermediate

Understand the Fundamentals of Agile Project Management
Discover How Agile Differs from Waterfall Projects
Learn Agile Roles, User Stories & Project Lifecycles
Understand MoSCoW Prioritisation & Timeboxing
Welsh Government Funding Accepted

Course Overview

Duration: 1 Day (9am-5pm) Accredited: Yes Exams: N/A Funding: ReAct Type: Classroom, Onsite, Virtual Company group booking discount available
This one-day Agile Fundamentals course provides a practical introduction to Agile ways of working and explains how Agile differs from traditional project delivery approaches such as Waterfall. Agile has become one of the most widely adopted approaches to project delivery, product development and business change. By focusing on collaboration, flexibility, [...]

This one-day Agile Fundamentals course provides a practical introduction to Agile ways of working and explains how Agile differs from traditional project delivery approaches such as Waterfall. Agile has become one of the most widely adopted approaches to project delivery, product development and business change. By focusing on collaboration, flexibility, continuous improvement and customer value, Agile helps organisations respond more effectively to changing requirements and deliver successful outcomes faster. Throughout the course, learners will explore the principles, values and practices that underpin Agile methodologies. The course explains how Agile projects are organised, planned, managed and controlled, providing delegates with a clear understanding of the roles, responsibilities and processes commonly found within Agile environments. Whether you are preparing to join an Agile project team or simply want to understand how Agile projects operate, this course provides a solid foundation in Agile concepts and practices.

Target Audience

  • Project team members working on Agile projects
  • Project managers and project support staff
  • Business analysts and change professionals
  • Product owners and product support teams
  • Managers and team leaders involved in Agile initiatives
  • Anyone seeking an introduction to Agile methodologies and project delivery

By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To:

  • Understand the principles and values of Agile
  • Recognise the differences between Agile and Waterfall approaches
  • Understand how Agile projects are organised and managed
  • Identify common Agile roles and responsibilities
  • Understand Agile planning and delivery processes
  • Recognise how Agile teams collaborate and deliver value
  • Understand how work is prioritised and managed in Agile environments
  • Appreciate the benefits and challenges of Agile delivery
  • Contribute more effectively to Agile projects and teams
This one-day Agile Fundamentals course provides a practical introduction to Agile ways of working and explains how Agile differs from traditional project delivery approaches such as Waterfall. Agile has become one of the most widely adopted approaches to project delivery, product development and business change. By focusing on collaboration, flexibility, [...]

This one-day Agile Fundamentals course provides a practical introduction to Agile ways of working and explains how Agile differs from traditional project delivery approaches such as Waterfall. Agile has become one of the most widely adopted approaches to project delivery, product development and business change. By focusing on collaboration, flexibility, continuous improvement and customer value, Agile helps organisations respond more effectively to changing requirements and deliver successful outcomes faster. Throughout the course, learners will explore the principles, values and practices that underpin Agile methodologies. The course explains how Agile projects are organised, planned, managed and controlled, providing delegates with a clear understanding of the roles, responsibilities and processes commonly found within Agile environments. Whether you are preparing to join an Agile project team or simply want to understand how Agile projects operate, this course provides a solid foundation in Agile concepts and practices.

Target Audience

  • Project team members working on Agile projects
  • Project managers and project support staff
  • Business analysts and change professionals
  • Product owners and product support teams
  • Managers and team leaders involved in Agile initiatives
  • Anyone seeking an introduction to Agile methodologies and project delivery

By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To:

  • Understand the principles and values of Agile
  • Recognise the differences between Agile and Waterfall approaches
  • Understand how Agile projects are organised and managed
  • Identify common Agile roles and responsibilities
  • Understand Agile planning and delivery processes
  • Recognise how Agile teams collaborate and deliver value
  • Understand how work is prioritised and managed in Agile environments
  • Appreciate the benefits and challenges of Agile delivery
  • Contribute more effectively to Agile projects and teams

What is Agile?

  • Agile defined
  • The Agile Manifesto
  • The Agile Project Lifecycle

Philosophy

8 Principles – for effective agile project delivery:

  • Focus on the business need
  • Deliver on time
  • Collaborate
  • Never compromise quality
  • Build incrementally from firm foundations
  • Develop iteratively
  • Communicate continuously and clearly
  • Demonstrate control

Project Variables

Organising an Agile Project: Roles and Responsibilities

  • Project and Team Roles

Requirements and User Stories

  • Epics and Elaboration
  • Functional and Non-Functional Requirements

Delivery on Time – through:

  • Combining MoSCoW Prioritisation and Timeboxing
  • Practical Application of MoSCoW

Planning and Controlling an Agile Project

  • Planning Horizons

 

Presented in association with aims4change.

What is Agile?

  • Agile defined
  • The Agile Manifesto
  • The Agile Project Lifecycle

Philosophy

8 Principles – for effective agile project delivery:

  • Focus on the business need
  • Deliver on time
  • Collaborate
  • Never compromise quality
  • Build incrementally from firm foundations
  • Develop iteratively
  • Communicate continuously and clearly
  • Demonstrate control

Project Variables

Organising an Agile Project: Roles and Responsibilities

  • Project and Team Roles

Requirements and User Stories

  • Epics and Elaboration
  • Functional and Non-Functional Requirements

Delivery on Time – through:

  • Combining MoSCoW Prioritisation and Timeboxing
  • Practical Application of MoSCoW

Planning and Controlling an Agile Project

  • Planning Horizons

 

Presented in association with aims4change.

This is a non accredited course and there is no formal assessment. For accredited Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) courses, view our related courses below.

This is a non accredited course and there is no formal assessment. For accredited Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) courses, view our related courses below.

  • One day training from NILC’s accredited AgilePM trainer
  • Course notes, presentation slides and diagrams
  • Recording from each training day (virtual-live courses only)
  • One day training from NILC’s accredited AgilePM trainer
  • Course notes, presentation slides and diagrams
  • Recording from each training day (virtual-live courses only)

There are no formal prerequisites for this course. The course is suitable for learners who are new to Agile and wish to develop an understanding of Agile principles, frameworks and ways of working.

There are no formal prerequisites for this course. The course is suitable for learners who are new to Agile and wish to develop an understanding of Agile principles, frameworks and ways of working.

Who is the Agile Project Management Awareness course suitable for?

The course is suitable for anyone who works on, supports or is preparing to become involved in an Agile project. This includes project team members, managers, stakeholders and employees within organisations that are considering adopting Agile ways of working.

Do I need any previous Agile or project management experience?

No. The course provides an introduction to Agile project management and is suitable for learners who have little or no previous knowledge of Agile. It can also benefit experienced project professionals who are more familiar with traditional project management approaches.

What will I learn on the Agile Project Management Awareness course?

You will learn the fundamentals of Agile, including the Agile Manifesto, Agile project lifecycle, Agile principles, project roles and responsibilities, requirements, user stories, MoSCoW prioritisation, Timeboxing, planning and project control.

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Who is the Agile Project Management Awareness course suitable for?

The course is suitable for anyone who works on, supports or is preparing to become involved in an Agile project. This includes project team members, managers, stakeholders and employees within organisations that are considering adopting Agile ways of working.

Do I need any previous Agile or project management experience?

No. The course provides an introduction to Agile project management and is suitable for learners who have little or no previous knowledge of Agile. It can also benefit experienced project professionals who are more familiar with traditional project management approaches.

What will I learn on the Agile Project Management Awareness course?

You will learn the fundamentals of Agile, including the Agile Manifesto, Agile project lifecycle, Agile principles, project roles and responsibilities, requirements, user stories, MoSCoW prioritisation, Timeboxing, planning and project control.

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Our virtual courses allow you to access live instructor-led training from the same expert instructors that deliver our classroom courses, without leaving the comfort of your home or office. All virtual courses are fully interactive, and learners can communicate with their trainer and peers at any time.

Many of our virtual courses are also recorded, so you can recap over the content you learnt as many time as you wish.

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Our classroom courses allow you to learn and interact face-to-face with our expert instructors in a comfortable and modern training environment. All of our classroom based courses take place at NILC centers, or high quality training facilities, and include all required IT and physical equipment.

We also limit our class sizes to help promote better discussions and to ensure your learning experience is comfortable as possible.

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Save time and hassle by arranging for one of our expert instructors to come to you. Our onsite courses allow you to learn in a location of your choosing, and you can train as many or as few people as you want – from a single person or team to whole departments. We can also fully customize the course content to the specific requirements of your business or project.

We offer onsite courses throughout the UK and it can be a great team building opportunity for colleagues to come together, bond and discuss.

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Our Online Self Paced courses allow you to learn new skills from our expert instructors, in your own time and at your own pace. Our flexible online learning platform allows you to access content on your computer, tablet or mobile device, whether you’re on the move or at home. All our online courses come with immediate access and you can start learning straight away, from any internet enabled compatible device.

We also offer online email support from our expert instructors, so they’re always on hand and happy to help you with any questions which may arise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The course is suitable for anyone who works on, supports or is preparing to become involved in an Agile project. This includes project team members, managers, stakeholders and employees within organisations that are considering adopting Agile ways of working.

No. The course provides an introduction to Agile project management and is suitable for learners who have little or no previous knowledge of Agile. It can also benefit experienced project professionals who are more familiar with traditional project management approaches.

You will learn the fundamentals of Agile, including the Agile Manifesto, Agile project lifecycle, Agile principles, project roles and responsibilities, requirements, user stories, MoSCoW prioritisation, Timeboxing, planning and project control.

Yes. A key objective of the course is to help you understand how Agile differs from traditional Waterfall approaches to product and project delivery. You will explore how Agile enables teams to work iteratively, respond to changing requirements and deliver incrementally.

Yes. You will explore how an Agile project is organised and understand the different project and team roles involved, helping you understand how individuals work together within an Agile environment.

Yes. The course covers requirements and User Stories, including Epics, elaboration and the difference between functional and non-functional requirements.

Yes. You will learn how MoSCoW prioritisation and Timeboxing can be used to help Agile teams prioritise requirements and support delivery on time. The course also includes practical application of the MoSCoW technique.

No. This is an awareness course and there is no formal examination or assessment. If you are looking to achieve an accredited AgilePM qualification, NILC also offers AgilePM Foundation and Practitioner training.

Yes. The course is particularly suitable for organisations that are considering implementing Agile methodologies. It can provide employees and stakeholders with a shared understanding of Agile principles, terminology, roles and ways of working before Agile is introduced more widely.

Yes. NILC can deliver the Agile Project Management Awareness course through classroom, live instructor-led virtual and onsite training. Virtual courses provide live, interactive training with the trainer, while classroom courses provide face-to-face learning. For organisations training multiple employees, NILC can also deliver the course onsite at your premises and tailor the training where appropriate.

Frequently Asked Questions

The course is suitable for anyone who works on, supports or is preparing to become involved in an Agile project. This includes project team members, managers, stakeholders and employees within organisations that are considering adopting Agile ways of working.

No. The course provides an introduction to Agile project management and is suitable for learners who have little or no previous knowledge of Agile. It can also benefit experienced project professionals who are more familiar with traditional project management approaches.

You will learn the fundamentals of Agile, including the Agile Manifesto, Agile project lifecycle, Agile principles, project roles and responsibilities, requirements, user stories, MoSCoW prioritisation, Timeboxing, planning and project control.

Yes. A key objective of the course is to help you understand how Agile differs from traditional Waterfall approaches to product and project delivery. You will explore how Agile enables teams to work iteratively, respond to changing requirements and deliver incrementally.

Yes. You will explore how an Agile project is organised and understand the different project and team roles involved, helping you understand how individuals work together within an Agile environment.

Yes. The course covers requirements and User Stories, including Epics, elaboration and the difference between functional and non-functional requirements.

Yes. You will learn how MoSCoW prioritisation and Timeboxing can be used to help Agile teams prioritise requirements and support delivery on time. The course also includes practical application of the MoSCoW technique.

No. This is an awareness course and there is no formal examination or assessment. If you are looking to achieve an accredited AgilePM qualification, NILC also offers AgilePM Foundation and Practitioner training.

Yes. The course is particularly suitable for organisations that are considering implementing Agile methodologies. It can provide employees and stakeholders with a shared understanding of Agile principles, terminology, roles and ways of working before Agile is introduced more widely.

Yes. NILC can deliver the Agile Project Management Awareness course through classroom, live instructor-led virtual and onsite training. Virtual courses provide live, interactive training with the trainer, while classroom courses provide face-to-face learning. For organisations training multiple employees, NILC can also deliver the course onsite at your premises and tailor the training where appropriate.

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