AgilePM® – Agile Project Management™ Certification – Foundation

Program Overview

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AgilePM – Agile Project Management Certification – Foundation

Overview

The AgilePM Foundation course introduces participants to Agile Project Management using the latest Version 3 framework, which brings significant advancements in Agile thinking, leadership, and delivery approaches. The course focuses on delivering value rather than just outputs, integrating Scrum as the product delivery engine, and providing enhanced guidance for multi-team projects.

Course Summary

Key updates in Version 3 include:

• A shift from project management to project leadership, emphasising collaboration.
• A focus on project outcomes rather than just outputs, ensuring real-world business impact.
• Integration of Scrum for product development and project scaling.
• Refined risk management embedded into the AgilePM framework.
• An improved learner experience with better training materials and interactive exercises.

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for:

• Project managers who want to adopt an Agile approach to project delivery.
• Team leaders and members working in Agile environments or transitioning to Agile.
• Business analysts, product owners, and Scrum Masters involved in Agile projects.
• Anyone aiming for the AgilePM Practitioner certification.
• Professionals looking to enhance project success through Agile leadership and collaboration.

Your Career

Achieving the AgilePM Foundation certification will enhance your career prospects by equipping you with the skills to effectively manage Agile projects in dynamic business environments. The focus on leadership, collaboration, and value delivery ensures you are prepared to take on project leadership roles in Agile organisations.

Typical career paths include:

• Agile Project Manager
• Scrum Master
• Product Owner
• Business Change Manager
• Agile Coach

Course Structure

This interactive and practical course is delivered over three days, covering:

• Day 1: Scrum Essentials – Understanding Agile ways of working, with a focus on Scrum fundamentals.
• Days 2–3: AgilePM Foundation – Applying Agile principles to project management, including roles, processes, planning, and risk management.

At the end of the course, participants will take the AgilePM Foundation exam.

What's Included in the Course Cost?

The course fee includes:

• Instructor-led training by experienced Agile professionals
• Official AgilePM Version 3 handbook
• Comprehensive course materials and exercises
• AgilePM Foundation exam
• Access to interactive training and real-world case studies

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the AgilePM framework, principles, and lifecycle.
• Apply Agile techniques such as MoSCoW prioritisation, iterative development, and timeboxing.
• Define roles and responsibilities within an Agile project.
• Integrate Scrum methodologies into Agile project management.
• Focus on delivering value and outcomes, rather than just outputs.
• Manage Agile risks effectively within the project lifecycle.
• Lead Agile projects with an emphasis on collaboration, leadership, and communication.

Benefits for Your Organisation

By sending employees on this course, organisations can:

• Achieve faster, more flexible project delivery.
• Improve collaboration and decision-making across project teams.
• Align projects with strategic business goals, focusing on outcomes rather than just deliverables.
• Enhance responsiveness to change and adaptability in fast-moving industries.
• Embed Agile leadership and teamwork to foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Course Delivery

This course is taught both online and on-campus (see booking table). When taught on-campus, it takes place at our Marylebone Campus in central London, within easy walking distance of Regent's Park and Marylebone High Street.

Teaching and Assessment

Our teaching approach is interactive and learner-focused, ensuring you gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The assessment consists of the AgilePM Foundation exam, which is a multiple-choice test conducted at the end of the course. This is a 40-minute exam with a 60% pass mark.

Our Tutors

All our trainers are experienced lecturers and experts in the area of project management. They are all APMG International approved trainers.

One or more of the following trainers will be delivering your course:

• Himanshu Jain
• Alun Davies-Baker
• Stephen Burbidge
• Mo Barakat
• Vic Page

Discounts and Offers

• Group: If you are booking as a group or institution, please contact us before you book as you may be able to benefit from our 15% group or corporate discounts.
• Foundation and Practitioner bundle: Book the AgilePM Practitioner course together with the AgilePM Foundation course for a 10% discount on the combined price.
• Returning short course delegates: We offer 10% discount to returning short course delegates. If you’re not booking your first short course or professional qualification with us and this discount is not applied to your course at checkout, please contact us.
• UoW undergraduate/postgraduate students, alumni and colleagues: We also offer a 20% discount to our undergraduate and postgraduate students, alumni, and colleagues. To receive your discount code, please contact us before booking your course.

Booking

• 16 Jun 2025: AgilePM Foundation, On Campus, £810
• 30 Jun 2025: AgilePM Foundation, On Campus, £810
• 07 Jul 2025: AgilePM Foundation, On Campus, £810
• 14 Jul 2025: AgilePM Foundation, Online, £810
• 21 Jul 2025: AgilePM Foundation, On Campus, £810
• 11 Aug 2025: AgilePM Foundation, On Campus, £810

Accreditations

The Agile Project Management Certification is accredited by APMG-International.

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Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

The AgilePM® – Agile Project Management™ Certification – Foundation course is designed for individuals working in project-focused environments who want to embrace Agile methodologies. It provides a comprehensive understanding of Agile project management, complementing traditional approaches like PRINCE2®.

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Objectives:

• Explain the foundations for successful Agile projects.
• Explain how an Agile project is managed.
• Clarify the different management styles needed for successful Agile projects compared to traditional projects.
• Prepare participants for the Foundation exam.
• Integrate AgilePM® with PRINCE2®.

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Outline:

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Content:

• Fundamentals and philosophy of Agile project management.
• Principles of Agile project management.
• Preparation for Agile projects.
• Agile project lifecycle and products.
• Roles and responsibilities in Agile projects.
• Team structures in Agile projects.
• Communication in Agile projects.
• MoSCoW and timeboxing.
• Estimation and measurement in Agile projects.
• Lifecycle configuration.
• Quality and maintainability in Agile projects.
• Planning, control, and risk management in Agile projects.
• Implementing Agile Project Management.

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Structure:

• Non-residential two-day course.
• Agile Project Management Foundation exam at the end of the second day.

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Course Schedule:

• Start Dates: 24 June 2024, 8 July 2024, 15 July 2024, 22 July 2024
• Mode of Delivery: On campus or online
• Day and Time: Monday - Tuesday, 9.30am–5pm
• Duration: 2 days

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Modules:

• Module 1: Fundamentals and Philosophy
• Module 2: Principles and Preparation
• Module 3: Lifecycle and Products
• Module 4: Roles and Responsibilities
• Module 5: Team Structures and Communication
• Module 6: MoSCoW, Timeboxing, Estimation, and Measurement
• Module 7: Lifecycle Configuration, Quality, and Maintainability
• Module 8: Planning, Control, Risk Management, and Implementation

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Module Descriptions:

• Module 1: Introduces the core concepts and principles of Agile project management.
• Module 2: Covers the principles and preparation required for successful Agile projects.
• Module 3: Explores the Agile project lifecycle, its products, and how they are managed.
• Module 4: Defines the roles and responsibilities of team members in Agile projects.
• Module 5: Discusses team structures and effective communication strategies in Agile environments.
• Module 6: Explains techniques like MoSCoW prioritization, timeboxing, estimation, and measurement.
• Module 7: Covers lifecycle configuration, quality assurance, and maintainability in Agile projects.
• Module 8: Focuses on planning, control, risk management, and the practical implementation of Agile project management.

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Assessment:

• Foundation Exam:
• Multiple-choice questions.
• 25 marks required to pass (out of 50 available).
• 40 minutes' duration.
• Closed-book exam, no material allowed.

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Teaching:

• Methods:
• Classroom lectures.
• Group exercises.
• Case studies.
• Supplementary learning material via the University's online learning platform.
• Multiple-choice questions at the end of each day to reinforce learning and prepare for the exam.
• Faculty:
• Dr Nadia Amin: Experienced lecturer with expertise in information systems engineering, systems development, ebusiness, and strategic management of IS.
Chartered IT professional and accredited Agile PM Practitioner and Trainer.
• Stephen Burbidge
• Islam Choudhury
• Himanshu Jain

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Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Agile Project Manager
• Agile Team Member
• Project Manager (with Agile expertise)
• Scrum Master
• Product Owner
• Opportunities:
• Career change or internal advancement in various organizations (medium or large, UK or international, government or non-government).
• Outcomes:
• Increased earning potential.
• Enhanced career prospects.
• Ability to manage projects effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment.

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Other:

• The AgilePM® Foundation certification provides the core principles needed to facilitate successful projects with a degree of scope and agility.
• The course offers a balance of theory and practical experience of Agile project management techniques.
• The course cost includes lectures, lecture materials, a copy of the manual, one sample examination paper, and the examination.
• The Agile Project Management™ Certification is accredited by APMG-International.
• The course is designed to complement and work with existing corporate processes such as PRINCE2®, quality, and audit processes.
• The course encourages stakeholder involvement, feedback, and effective controls to improve time-to-market and project success rates.
• The course promotes trust and close cooperation between the business and developers, providing ongoing visibility into project progress.
• The course helps organizations deliver change faster, at a lower cost, and with lower risk by continually validating project milestones against business objectives.
• The course provides a tried and tested approach to Agile project management, eliminating the need for companies to develop and integrate their own specific Agile management process.
• The course helps organizations achieve better communication and control over projects, allowing them to adapt project plans without disrupting the budget, timescale, and scope.
• The course promotes professionalism in employees and includes Agile certification in employee professional development schemes.