Agile project management, widely used for software development, is increasingly recognized as having much more general application. Continuous improvement programs, business change projects, new technology development, research and development and a variety of other scenarios characterized by rapid change and high uncertainty can all benefit from an Agile approach. This program will present the concepts and methods of Agile project management generically, and show how to apply them to a range of project and change management situations.
Review the fundamentals of project and change management and show where Agile project management fits in
Present the 4 values and 12 principles of the Agile 'manifesto' and describe a range of Agile methodologies
Show how Agile project management methods and techniques can be applied generically in a range of project scenarios
Illustrate alternative Agile project management methods and explain how they can be applied and adapted
Present a wide range of powerful tools and techniques that can help Agile project teams succeed
Describe the key roles and responsibilities needed to enable Agile project teams to work effectively
Discuss the challenges of developing an Agile mindset within the organization and moving toward an Agile approach to managing projects
Managers
Project Managers
Members of Project Teams who currently use or plan to adopt agile techniques
People who want to get new skills and knowledge on Agile Project Management
Overview of 'classical' project management and methodologies
The link between project success and management performance
Limitations of classical approaches and the need for Agile methods
The 4 values and 12 principles of the Agile manifesto explained
The cultural challenges of using Agile project management
Choosing when and how to adopt Agile project management
Some key Agile methodologies explained: SCRUM, XP, Crystal
Identifying and engaging project stakeholders; defining roles and responsibilities
Setting the project vision and goals; defining project scope
The Agile approach to requirements capture and elicitation of needs
Tools and techniques for capturing and characterizing requirements
The role of documentation, reporting, and process management
Understanding Agile planning; the 'planning onion' concept
Developing the culture needed for collaborative involvement and iterative planning
Defining project deliverables; the 'product backlog' concept
Tools and techniques for defining and prioritizing requirements in Agile projects
Understanding and applying Agile estimating techniques
Dealing with uncertainty and managing risks
The results orientated, fast adapting culture of Agile teams
The monthly 'Sprint' process for project planning and review
The disciplines needed for effective daily SCRUM meetings
Reviewing progress, managing change and project reporting
Testing, completing and handing over of work packages
Managing the interface between the project team and the business
Why Agile teams are different: the importance of individuals and interactions
The skills and attributes needed to lead an Agile project team
The challenges faced and skills needed by Agile team members
Recognizing team development needs; adopting the right leadership style
Making the transition from project manager to an Agile coach
Because supervisory levels are the link between the executive and senior management levels, achieving the organization's objectives, increasing productivity and overall performance of the organization, affects the effectiveness and efficiency of supervisors' performance.
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As a supervisor, the success of your organization rests in your hands. This course provides you with the opportunity to develop highly effective and essential supervisory skills that will strengthen teamwork and organizational success. Also, this course will help you manage everyday operations with greater ease. Furthermore, it will help you leverage both your managerial and people skills to meet your new challenges as the 21st-century supervisor.
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Participants will explore and engage in academic debates and discussions around a set of key factors that shape, influence, and constrain the development and prosperity of nations.
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