Introduction:

This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.

The Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) is a globally recognized certification that validates expertise in Agile methodologies, principles, and best practices. It demonstrates proficiency in Agile project management across multiple frameworks, ensuring adaptability in dynamic project environments. This training program is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to manage Agile projects effectively. It covers Agile planning, execution, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and Agile team leadership, ensuring professionals can implement Agile methodologies successfully.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

Analyze principles, frameworks, and methodologies that define the Agile mindset.
Evaluate governance strategies for initiating Agile projects and engaging stakeholders.
Classify methods for Agile planning, estimation, and risk management.
Determine structures for Agile execution, delivery, and performance measurement.
Prepare for the PMI-ACP certification exam .

Targeted Audience:

Project managers and coordinators adopting Agile methods.
Scrum Masters and Agile team leaders.
Product owners and business analysts.
Program managers and PMO staff.
Organizational development and transformation specialists.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Agile Principles, Frameworks, and Methodologies:

Principles, values, and adaptive thinking within the Agile mindset.
Structural comparison between Agile and traditional project management approaches.
Importance of using Scrum, XP, and Crystal frameworks.
Hybrid Agile approaches and their methods for complex projects.
Cultural challenges and strategies for successful Agile adoption.

Unit 2:

Initiating Agile Projects and Stakeholder Engagement:

Techniques for identifying and engaging stakeholders in Agile environments.
Frameworks for defining project vision, objectives, and success criteria.
Methods of gathering requirements through user stories, epics, and personas.
Agile contracts, procurement models, and compliance considerations.
Strategies for managing stakeholders and sustaining value driven delivery.

Unit 3:

Agile Planning, Estimation, and Risk Management:

Backlog management and prioritization techniques, including MoSCoW and WSJF.
Estimation techniques, including story points, T-shirt sizing, and planning poker.
Lean and Kanban frameworks for workflow optimization and continuous improvement.
Agile risk management methods for anticipating and mitigating uncertainties.
Adaptive planning strategies for managing Agile scope changes.

Unit 4:

Agile Execution, Delivery, and Performance Metrics:

Iterative execution through sprints, iterations, and continuous delivery.
Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
Performance measurement methods, including velocity, cycle time, and lead time.
Tracking tools for progress, including burn-down and burn-up charts.
Quality assurance and compliance activities in Agile project execution.

Unit 5:

PMI-ACP® Exam Preparation:

Overview of PMI-ACP® exam domains, format, and question types.
Key Agile concepts, frameworks, and techniques covered in the exam.
Sample exam questions and their potential answers.
Resources and materials to support successful certification preparation.

Note: This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.

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