Agile Project Man. (AgilePM®) foundation & practitioner

Introduction 

Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) is the world’s most widely used framework for Agile project management, and with good reason! Based on the Dynamic Systems Development Method (DSDM), AgilePM® combines the flexibility and adaptability of Agile with a level of control and direction found in more traditional project management approaches. Not only that, but the framework is also easier on newcomers than alternatives like PRINCE2 Agile, making it an excellent choice for businesses that are new to the Agile methodology.

This course will take students through AgilePM® before giving them a comprehensive understanding of how to apply it in practice. By passing the AgilePM® Foundation and AgilePM® Practitioner certification exams, a candidate will qualify for larger roles in Agile projects and even unlock new career and networking opportunities. 

More about the course

This course is designed to prepare students to sit and pass the AgilePM® Foundation and AgilePM® Practitioner certification exams. Passing the Practitioner exam will demonstrate a student’s understanding not only of the key elements of the framework, but also how to apply them in practice. 

In addition to practice exams, instructor-led videos, and other online training assets, students also receive free exam vouchers.

The AgilePM® Foundation and Practitioner online course on this page is provided by Good e-Learning, an Accredited Training Organisation of AXELOS Limited. 

What do you get? 

• 12 months’ access from the date of purchase to complete your training
• 30+ hours of online training content
• Free exam vouchers
• Access through multiple devices 
• Offline player for studying on the move 
• Tutor support 

Benefits for Individuals 

Being able to work in agile environments is becoming an increasingly important skill for project team members. Given the approach’s widespread applicability, a prospective or experienced Agile project manager will find their skills in high demand. However, the distinct principles and practices of Agile can seem strange to those more used to working with more rigid management structures.

This course helps students become fully certified AgilePM® practitioners as quickly and efficiently as possible. Certification in AgilePM® is an excellent career move for both experienced and budding project managers. The framework itself has proven to be demonstrably effective in ensuring projects deliver as much value as possible. Once an AgilePM® practitioner has enough experience in applying the framework, they can quickly unlock new responsibilities, as well as higher-paying job roles.

Benefits for Organizations 

Agile is ideal for projects that experience greater volatility, have fewer resources, and require more immediate results. It focuses on meeting iterative targets and reassessing project requirements, enabling more flexibility as well as immediate benefits as smaller goals are realized. At the same time, it also offers tools and best practices for enabling top-down managerial control along with alignment between projects and strategic business goals. 

This course offers the most efficient route for turning employees into fully certified AgilePM® practitioners. They will study Agile tools such as MoSCoW Prioritization and Timeboxing, which they can begin applying in their daily tasks. Training alongside coworkers can also make it easier for students to retain what they learn while also making sure they are all familiar with the terminology and best practices of AgilePM®. 

An Introduction to this AgilePM® Foundation Course

Following an introduction, this module provides students with a course guide.

Module 1: What is Agile Project Management?

This module looks at what defines AgilePM®, as well as the Dynamic Systems Development Method (DSDM) and its philosophy.

Module 2: The DSDM Principles

This module examines the eight principles of the DSDM.

Module 3: The DSDM Roles and Responsibilities

This module describes how the DSDM defines project and solution development-level roles, along with support roles.

Module 4: The DSDM Products

This module examines the DSDM’s 14 ‘products’.

Module 5: The DSDM Process

This module examines the phases of a typical DSDM project.

Module 6: Planning and Control

This module looks at how to plan projects in accordance with the DSDM and AgilePM®.

Module 7: MoSCoW Prioritization and Timeboxing

This module examines two key AgilePM® tools: ‘MoSCoW Prioritization’ and ‘Timeboxing’.An Introduction to this AgilePM® Practitioner Course

This module gives an introduction to the course and provides students with a course guide.

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An Introduction to this AgilePM® Practitioner Course

Following a short introduction, this module provides students with a course guide.

Module 1: What is Agile Project Management? (Recap & Quiz)

This module reexamines the content covered at foundation level. It then introduces students to an interactive case study that will be used throughout the course.

Module 2: The DSDM principles (Recap & Quiz)

This module starts with a quiz on the content found in the AgilePM® Foundation syllabus. Next, it shows how to apply the principles of the DSDM using the case study.

Module 3: The DSDM Roles and Responsibilities (Recap & Quiz)

This module starts with a quiz on the content covered in the AgilePM® Foundation syllabus. Next, it shows how to identify whether each DSDM role has been applied to a project correctly using the interactive case study.

Module 4: Communicating for Success

This module examines the biggest communication challenges found within a typical project, as well as potential solutions. Next, it shows how to study, identify, and solve communication issues using the case study.

Module 5: The DSDM Products (Recap & Quiz)

This module begins with a quiz on the content covered in the AgilePM® Foundation syllabus. Next, it shows how to apply DSDM products to a project using the interactive case study.

Module 6: The DSDM Process (Recap & Quiz)

This module begins with a quiz on the content in the AgilePM® Foundation syllabus. Next, it shows how to apply the DSDM process to a project using the interactive case study.

Module 7: Planning and Control (Recap & Quiz)

This module starts with a quiz on the content covered in the AgilePM® Foundation syllabus. Next, it shows how to plan and manage a project using the case study.

Module 8: MoSCoW Prioritization and Timeboxing (Recap & Quiz)

This module starts with a quiz on the content covered at foundation level. Next, it uses the interactive case study to examine how MoSCoW Prioritization and Timeboxing can be combined effectively.

Module 9: Requirements, User Stories and Estimation

This module describes user stories, requirements, and estimation techniques. It then uses the interactive case study to demonstrate how to utilize these in practice.

Module 10: Managing the Project

This module starts by describing quality and risk management techniques. Next, it demonstrates how to apply them in practice using the interactive case study.

The module then examines how to use the Project Approach Questionnaire to tailor products using the interactive case study.

Foundation Practice Exam Simulators

The course features two practice papers for the Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Foundation certification examination. Students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the course modules before attempting the practice exams. 

Foundation Exam Format:

• This is a multiple-choice exam consisting of 50 questions
• There is a time limit of 40 minutes to complete the exam
• The exam is closed book, with only the provided materials being permitted for use
• The pass mark for the exam is 50%: you must get 25 out of 50 questions correct

Practitioner Practice Exam Simulators

This course comes with two practice papers for the AgilePM® Practitioner examination. Students are encouraged to take the time to fully familiarize themselves with all course modules before attempting the practice exams.

Practitioner Assessment 

This course comes with FREE vouchers that can be used to take the official Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Foundation and Practitioner certification exams. The exams can be taken online via a service provided by ProctorU. 

Students must pass the Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Foundation certification exam before they can take the Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Practitioner certification exam.

Practitioner Exam Format:

• Scenario-based objective testing
• 80 multiple-choice questions based on a full project scenario provided on the first page
• There is a time limit of 2 hours and 40 minutes to complete the exam (160 minutes)
• Questions are divided into four sections, with 20 questions per section
• Each section adds to the events of the original scenario
• The exam is open-book
• The pass mark for the exam is 50%: you must get 40 out of 80 questions correct.

Please ensure your device meets the system requirements before booking your exam. You can do so via this online test. 

What is AgilePM®?

‘Agile Project Management (AgilePM®)’ is a project management framework. Based on the Dynamic Systems Development Method (DSDM), it combines the flexibility and adaptability of Agile management with the tighter controls and alignment of traditional project management. This has helped it become the world’s most popular Agile framework.

Who owns AgilePM®?

AgilePM® is owned by APMG International.

Is this AgilePM® course accredited?Yes, this AgilePM® Foundation and Practitioner certification course is accredited by APMG International.

What are the prerequisites for this course?

There are no prerequisites for sitting the AgilePM® Foundation exam. To sit the Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Practitioner certification exam, students must first pass the foundation-level exam.

What is the duration of this course?

This course provides over 30 hours’ worth of training materials. This includes learning modules, module-level assessments, revision modules, practice exams, and additional reference materials that can help you with your exam preparation.

How long can users access this course?

Learners receive 12 months of access from the purchase date of the course.

How long is the exam voucher valid for?

The exam vouchers are valid for 12 months from the point when they are issued.

How can the exam be taken?

The course includes exam vouchers for the Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Foundation and Practitioner certification exams, which can be taken virtually online using a service provided by ProctorU. 

Please ensure your device meets the system requirements before booking your exam. You can do so via this online test. Please visit the APMG International website for more information and guidance.

Does the course include a manual?

The course does not require a manual.