Next Scheduled Date: 29 Apr 2024
- Location: CTP Aldershot Training Centre
- Duration: 5 Days
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Funding:
ELCAS
- Total Cost: £1,274.41
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Why take this course?
Many companies are now moving away from traditional methods of project management - developing a product or IT system from start to finish - and are increasingly adopting an Agile approach. This approach means that products and systems are developed in increments so that they can be tested and amended at an early stage and are constantly reviewed by the project team and end user. This method saves time and money and ensures changes can be adapted throughout, rather than trying to implement changes or fix issues at the end of the project.For those interested in Project Management, this course will provide an understanding of managing projects within an agile context and enable you to implement an agile project in the workplace.
The training is delivered in association with QA, using knowledgeable Instructors who will ensure attendees understand the theory and how to put this learning into practice in a commercial business situation.
Is this the right course for me?
This is an ideal course for any Service leaver who has experience in managing projects or who may have gained a recognised Project Management qualification.It is also a valuable qualification for those involved within IT projects in roles such as Developer and Implementations Specialist.
Additionally, the course would be very relevant for Service leavers considering roles such as Business Analyst, Operations Manager or Quality Manager, or any other role with leadership or project management responsibilities, as it will provide an understanding of this agile method of approaching projects.
Agile ways of working are now moving beyond IT departments into other business areas such as HR, and so this would be a useful qualification for a wide variety of management roles.
To find out more about Agile, click here: https://apmg-international.com/article/what-agile-project-management
Qualifications
APMG Agile Project Management FoundationAPMG Agile Project Management Practitioner
Eligibility
Whilst there are no pre requisite qualifications for attending this course, it is recommended that attendees have some experience in managing projects and/or have completed relevant Project Management training such as Prince2 or PMQ. The training requires attendees to have had some experience in team leading, managing projects or project assurance/support.It is essential that attendees pass the Foundation exam prior to sitting the Practitioner exam on the final afternoon of the course. Service leavers considering this training should make themselves familiar with the DSDM framework in advance of attending training.
The framework handbook is provided online and Service leavers are encouraged to undertake some research on the DSDM website in advance.
Course Content
This 5 day course is based around the Dynamic Systems Development Method (DSDM) framework will give Service leavers the ability to:- Set up an Agile project
- Identify appropriate people for Agile roles
- Define Increments and Timeboxes to keep a project on track
- Communicate with business stakeholders in a project environment
- Use Agile techniques, including prioritisation of requirements, to ensure on-time project delivery
- Present the benefits of Agile approaches to senior management
- Identify risks to delivery of projects managed using the DSDM Agile approach
The training has 2 modules – Foundation and Practitioner - which cover the following:
Foundation
- What is Agile? And why use DSDM?
- Philosophy, Principles, and Project Variables
- Preparing for Success
- Preparing for Agile Project Management
- The DSDM Process
- The People - DSDM Roles and Responsibilities
- The DSDM Products
- Key Practices - Prioritisation and Timeboxing
- Planning and Control Throughout the Lifecycle
Practitioner
- Roles and Responsibilities - the project manager's view
- Agile Project Management through the Lifecycle
- The Effective Use of the Products
- Delivering on Time
- People, Teams, and Interactions
- Requirements and User Stories
- Estimating - How and When
- Project Planning throughout the Lifecycle
- Quality - Never Compromise Quality
- Risk Management
- Tailoring the Approach
Attendees are expected to become familiar with the DSDM framework, which is available online, in advance of attending the course.
Attendees will be provided with a copy of the Agile Project Management Handbook. Evening study will be required throughout the course to consolidate learning and prepare for the exams, through practice questions.
Pre-course reading will also be sent from QA Ltd, which must be completed in advance of attending the training.
The Foundation exam is a 40 minute multiple choice exam.
The Practitioner exam is a 2 ½ hour written exam. These are completed during the course.
Attendees will receive comprehensive study materials by post in advance of the course.
Virtual Classroom Training – IT Requirements
For those attending an online course, the Trainer will deliver this course using a webinar platform, Webex, to the same classroom sized group. You will be able to fully interact with the Trainer and the group, participate in group discussions and breakout rooms, view videos and boards, and have a very similar experience to that of classroom training.In order to attend the training online, you will need access to a laptop or PC ideally at home, which has no firewall restrictions. Your laptop or desktop should have a microphone and speakers so that you can continue to interact with the Instructor, as you would within the classroom environment. Please note a tablet or ipad will not be suitable for attendance on the course
Training will take place via Webex and further online details and system requirements are available here which will enable you to check that your IT meets the minimum requirements to use webex. We would be grateful if you could read the details regarding virtual training https://www.qa.com/faqs/virtual-classroom/ and also open up the test webex https://www.webex.com/test-meeting.html to ensure you can see the online platform test screen.
Course Manuals for Overseas Service Leavers - Due to the size and weight of course manuals and other reading materials, all Service leavers attending virtual training from overseas will be emailed electronic copies of materials in advance of the course. It would be helpful if you have dual screens to refer to these during the course. Please note that due to copyright, these materials cannot be printed. If you would prefer course materials to be posted, this can be arranged at an additional cost of £40. Please advise CBIC staff if you require posted materials.
Career Opportunities
There are many Project Management, IT and associated career opportunities linked to those who have experience of Agile Project Management. These include:
- Project and Programme Management positions
- Business Analyst
- Operation Manager or Team Lead
- IT development or systems implementations roles
- Change Delivery Manager
- Project Consultants
Agile Project Management Foundation and Practitioner Certificate
Scheduled dates and locations
- Date Location Availability
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29 Apr 2024
CTP Aldershot Training Centre
Reserve spaces available
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10 Jun 2024
CTP Aldershot Training Centre
Reserve spaces available
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22 Jul 2024
CTP - Online
Good Availability
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29 Jul 2024
RRC Cottesmore
Good Availability