AgilePM® Foundation+Practitioner v3

AgilePM^® Foundation & Practitioner
The go to course for Agile Project Management

ALC offers an outstanding, five-day Agile training program covering the full scope of AgilePM, the world's leading Agile project management framework & certification.

Developed by the Agile Business Consortium (formerly the DSDM Consortium) in association with APMG, this certification is aimed at anyone in a project environment who is looking for a leaner, structured approach that enables faster response to change and that is conducive to rapid implementation of high-priority initiatives.

Course Summary

AgilePM training and certification is underpinned by the AgilePM Reference Book which details the AgilePM framework. Developed by the Agile Business Consortium, the framework offers a practical and repeatable methodology that achieves an ideal balance between the standards, rigour and visibility required for good project management,  and the fast-pace, change and empowerment provided by Agile.

Agile methods have revolutionised projects by emphasising flexibility, collaboration, and customer centricity. Agile practices advocate for iterative progress, frequent reassessments, and the ability to pivot swiftly in response to changing circumstances. In today’s environment, it is crucial for project professionals to understand the benefits of an agile approach to project planning and delivering.

AgilePM Foundation introduces the DSDM Agile Project Management framework, a pragmatic and repeatable methodology. This course explains how to prepare for and run an agile project, highlighting documentation, techniques, roles and responsibilities recommended within the framework.

AgilePM Practitioner certification is for those who have passed the Foundation exam, it’s objective is to transition learners from understanding the framework to applying it effectively. It is designed for professionals in project focused environments who want to be agile.

In partnership with KNOLSKAPE, a global leader in experiential learning,? AgilePM v3 introduces a 90 minute online interactive group simulation at Practitioner Level .  The AgilePM Simulation Experience is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice, offering a hands-on approach to mastering agile methodologies.

• 90 minute online interactive group simulation using the course scenario
• Experiential Learning
• Peer Learning
• Collaborative Learning
• Real-world context

Key Changes from AgilePMv2 to AgilePMv3:

Download APMG's agilepm_v2_to_v3_-_what_has_changed pdf for a summary of changes.

Learning outcomes

Using the latest syllabus v3, the course will explain:

• Apply the underpinning philosophy and principles of AgilePM in a project situation
• Appropriately configure the lifecycle of an Agile project to a given scenario
• Identify and apply popular Agile techniques in a project situation, including MoSCoW prioritisation, iterative development and timeboxing
• Understand and assign roles and responsibilities within an Agile project
• Understand the mechanisms for governance and control of an Agile project
• Understand how to test, estimate and measure progress in an Agile project
• Describe and apply the Agile approach to managing requirements.

Who should attend

• Practicing & aspiring project professionals (e.g. Project Managers)
• Project support (e.g. team members, developers, etc.)
• Individuals and organsations wishing to adopt an Agile approach to project management
• AgilePM is applicable to a range of sectors and industries including:
  • technology
  • finance
  • government
  • healthcare
  • construction

Course contents

Course fees

Fees per person

AgilePM®  Foundation & Practitioner - Course & Exams (5 days)

• Live Virtual Training = $3,680 + gst
• Face-to-Face Training = contact ALC for a quote

All participants will receive:

• Official APMG certificate exams
• Credly digital badge alongside APMG certificate
• free Professional Assessment at Business Agility Professional Level 1 – Explorer.

Virtual Courses:

• E-COPY: Official Agile Project Management Reference Book v3 written and published by the Agile Business Consortium
• E-COPY: Comprehensive Course Workbook
  E-materials are provided by default with the option to purchase hardcopy materials for an additional cost.

Face-to-Face courses:

• HARD COPY + E-COPY: Official Agile Project Management Reference Book v3 written and published by the Agile Business Consortium
• HARD COPY + E-COPY: Comprehensive Course Workbook, quality colour printed

Certificate Exams

There are two exams included with the AgilePM course. Both exams are based on the new Handbook (v2.0) and are set and marked by APMG:

Foundation Exam

The Foundation exam is held at the end of the Foundation module and comprises:

• Multiple choice format
• 50 questions per paper
• 30/50 marks required to pass - 60%
• 40 minutes duration
• Closed-book

Practitioner Exam

The Practitioner exam is held at the end of the Practitioner module and comprises:

• Objective-testing - 4 Questions (20 Points per question)
• 40/80 marks required to pass - 50%
• 2.5 hours duration
• Open book examination (restricted to the AgilePM Reference manual only)

AgilePM Practitioner certification is valid for 5 years. To maintain the certification, candidates will need to complete and pass the relevant Re-Registration exam.

Prerequsites

There are no pre-requisites to sit the Foundation exam. To be eligible to take the Practitioner exam you must have one of the following:

• AgilePM Foundation v3 Certificate

Additional recognition with Agile Business Consortium

Successful AgilePM candidates can claim Business Agility Professional Level 1 – Explorer status and a digital badge from the Agile Business Consortium for added recognition of your Agile credentials. If you're a successful AgilePM candidate, claim your additional recognition and digital badge here.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by APMG.