This course introduces learners to the lifecycle of managing ‘Agile’ style of IT project management to deliver to business expectations, as well as an engaging stakeholder throughout the project. This course will introduce the agile concept, philosophies, and practices. It also introduces some approach under agile project management i.e. DSDM, Scrum, etc.

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

• Identify the background to Agile Project Management and understand terminology used.
• Identify the benefits of Agile Project Management.
• Identify the philosophy and principles of Agile.
• Identify the Agile project lifecycle.
• Identify the roles and responsibilities within the Agile project.
• Identify the techniques used in Agile project management, and their benefits and limitations.

• What is Agile?
• Traditional vs Agile Project Management
• History and Objectives of Agile
• Agile Philosophy
• Principles of Agile
• Agile Approach – DSDM, Scrum
• Empowered Teamwork with Business representatives
• Communication is vital
• Agile Testing Concept
• Techniques used in Agile – Prioritization, Risks, Estimating
• Roles and responsibilities in Agile (DSDM/Scrum) 

IT Management, Project Manager, IT Consultants, Business Managers, Business Process Owners, IT Developers, Service Providers, System Integrators

None, although a familiarity with IT project management will be beneficial.