Course Overview:

This comprehensive course is designed to prepare individuals for the Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certification exam. Participants will gain a deep understanding of agile principles, practices, and methodologies through interactive lectures and practical exercises.

Section 1: PMI ACP Introduction

This section serves as an orientation to the PMI-ACP certification, providing an overview of its significance in the project management field. Participants learn about the structure of the certification exam, prerequisites for eligibility, and what to expect throughout the course. By the end of this section, learners will have a clear understanding of the PMI-ACP certification journey.

Section 2: Agile Framework and Terminology

Here, participants delve into the fundamental concepts of agile methodologies. They learn about the roles of Scrum Masters and team members within the Scrum framework, as well as other agile terminology essential for effective communication within agile teams. By the end of this section, learners will grasp the foundational principles of agile methodologies.

Section 3: Agile Manifesto Values & Principles

In this section, participants explore the Agile Manifesto and its core values and principles. They understand the foundational beliefs that underpin agile approaches to software development and project management. By studying the Agile Manifesto, learners gain insights into the philosophical basis of agile methodologies and how they guide agile practices.

Section 4: ACP Stakeholder Management

This section focuses on stakeholder management within the context of agile projects. Participants learn strategies for identifying, engaging, and managing stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. By the end of this section, learners will understand the importance of effective stakeholder management in ensuring project success in agile environments.

Section 5: Agility and Stakeholder Management – Practice Q&A

Through practice questions and interactive discussions, participants apply their knowledge of stakeholder management concepts to real-world scenarios. They engage in problem-solving activities to address stakeholder-related challenges commonly encountered in agile projects. This section helps reinforce learning and practical application of stakeholder management principles.

Section 6: Initiation

In this section, participants learn about the initiation phase of agile projects, focusing on agile chartering and establishing project foundations. They explore the components of an agile charter and the activities involved in project kick-off. By the end of this section, learners will be equipped to initiate agile projects effectively.

Section 7: Initiation- Practice Q & A

Through practical exercises and Q&A sessions, participants apply initiation concepts to simulated project scenarios. They engage in discussions to address challenges and make decisions related to project initiation activities. This section provides learners with opportunities to practice and refine their initiation skills.

Section 8: Release Planning

Participants delve into release planning techniques and strategies for agile projects. They learn how to prioritize requirements, allocate resources, and create a roadmap for iterative releases. By the end of this section, learners will understand how to develop comprehensive release plans in agile environments.

Section 9: Release Planning Practice Q&A

Through interactive exercises and Q&A sessions, participants apply release planning concepts to practical scenarios. They engage in discussions to address challenges and make decisions related to release planning activities. This section allows learners to practice and enhance their release planning skills.

Section 10: Iteration Planning

This section covers the iteration planning process in agile projects, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and task allocation. Participants learn how to optimize iteration cycles for efficient project delivery. By the end of this section, learners will be able to plan and execute iterations effectively.

Section 11: Iteration Planning – Practice Q&A

Through hands-on exercises and Q&A sessions, participants practice iteration planning techniques in simulated project scenarios. They engage in problem-solving activities to address challenges and make decisions related to iteration planning. This section reinforces learning and practical application of iteration planning principles.

Section 12: Execution

Participants learn about agile execution practices, emphasizing collaboration, adaptability, and continuous improvement. They explore strategies for managing work-in-progress and delivering value incrementally. By the end of this section, learners will understand how to execute agile projects effectively.

Section 13: Execution – Practice Q&A

Through practical exercises and Q&A discussions, participants apply execution concepts to real-world project scenarios. They engage in problem-solving activities to address challenges and make decisions related to agile project execution. This section helps reinforce learning and practical application of execution principles.

Section 14: Iteration Review

The importance of agile retrospectives is highlighted in this section, with a focus on fostering team learning and continuous improvement. Participants learn techniques for conducting effective retrospectives and implementing actionable insights. By the end of this section, learners will understand how to facilitate productive iteration reviews in agile teams.

Section 15: Iteration Review – Practice Q&A

Through interactive exercises and Q&A sessions, participants practice facilitating retrospectives and analyzing retrospective outcomes. They engage in discussions to address challenges and make decisions related to iteration review activities. This section allows learners to apply and refine their iteration review skills.

Section 16: Building High-Performance Teams

Participants explore strategies for building and nurturing high-performance agile teams. They learn about the importance of team empowerment, collaboration, and trust in achieving project success. By the end of this section, learners will understand how to cultivate high-performance teams in agile environments.

Section 17: Team Building – Practice Q&A

Through practical exercises and Q&A discussions, participants apply team-building strategies to simulated team scenarios. They engage in problem-solving activities to address team dynamics and challenges commonly encountered in agile projects. This section provides learners with opportunities to practice and refine their team-building skills.

Section 18: A Catalog of Agile Methods

This section provides an overview of various agile methodologies and frameworks, including Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and Extreme Programming (XP). Participants gain insights into selecting and tailoring agile approaches to suit project requirements. By the end of this section, learners will have a comprehensive understanding of different agile methods.

Section 19: Agile Methods – Practice Q&A

Through interactive exercises and Q&A sessions, participants apply agile methods and frameworks to practical project scenarios. They engage in discussions to address challenges and make decisions related to selecting and implementing agile methodologies. This section allows learners to practice and refine their agile method selection skills.

Section 20: PMI ACP Special Topics

Specialized topics related to agile project management, such as agile estimation techniques, risk management, and agile contract management, are explored in this section. Participants gain deeper insights into advanced agile concepts and practices.

Section 21: PMI-ACP Special Topics Practice Q&A

Through hands-on exercises and Q&A discussions, participants apply specialized agile concepts to address complex project management challenges and scenarios. They engage in problem-solving activities to analyze and resolve issues related to advanced agile topics.

Section 22: PMI-ACP Certification Process

Participants receive guidance on the PMI-ACP certification process, including application requirements, exam preparation strategies, and post-certification requirements. They learn how to navigate the certification process effectively and prepare for success in the PMI-ACP exam.

Section 23: PMI-ACP Conclusion

In the final section, participants review key concepts covered throughout the course and receive guidance on next steps for pursuing PMI-ACP certification and advancing their agile project management careers. They reflect on their learning journey and are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed as agile practitioners.

Who this course is for:

• Professionals aspiring to become certified Agile practitioners. Project managers seeking to enhance their Agile project management skills.
• Team members involved in Agile projects looking to deepen their understanding of Agile principles and practices. Individuals interested in pursuing a career in Agile project management or Agile coaching.
• Organizations aiming to adopt Agile methodologies and seeking to train their employees in Agile practices. Those preparing to take the PMI-ACP (Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner) certification exam.
• Students or professionals in the IT, software development, or project management fields aiming to expand their knowledge and credentials in Agile project management.