The British Academy for Training and Development offers a comprehensive ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP) Course. The ICAgile certified professional (ICP) course offers a course that gives attendees an in-depth understanding of the Agile mind-set through value and principle based formation towards collaborative efforts, customer focus, and continuous improvement. This first aspect of the course will explain the history of the dynamic world in the realm of software development, the origin of Agile methodologies, and the Agile Manifesto, to impart to learners a context as to why Agile was developed.

It allows attendees to learn about the different Agile frameworks that include Scrum, Kanban, Extreme Programming (XP), and Lean, understanding how each supports a different Agile environment. It also covers Agile roles entailed such as Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Agile Team Member and clarifies responsibilities with those high-performing teams.

It does a great deal of work for team dynamics, such as teaching how to build such self-organising teams, encouraging emotional intelligence, and inspiring trust and collaboration within cross-functional teams. Other areas that will be tackled by attendees include facilitation and coaching skills, which are underpinned by how to help teams using Agile coaching techniques with effective communication.

Agile metrics and the tools used for progress tracking can be experienced by participants through burn-down charts, cumulative flow diagrams, and team velocity-tracking activities for use in checking and improving team performance. Then, an Agile mindset enhances an emphasis on creating a culture of learning, experimentation, and acceptance of failures as a learning opportunity.

On completion of this course, attendees will receive the ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP) award which is a world-class credential allowing them the benefit of being part of a truly global professional fraternity in the Agile domain. 

Objective:

By the end of the ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP) Course, attendees will:

Grasping the Agile mindset, value, and principle.Discover the origins and development of Agile practices.Apply the primary Agile frameworks of Scrum, Kanban, and XP in real-world situations.Promote self-organising, high-performing teams.Demonstrate effective Agile communications, coaching, and facilitation.Deliver value incrementally along with continuous feedback.Applying Agile Metrics and Progress Tracking Tools.Foster a culture of collaboration, learning, and ongoing improvement.Who should attend?

This course is ideal for

New and potential Agile team membersProject managers and team leads adopting Agile practicesProduct Owners and Scrum MastersBusiness analysts, developer, and QA professionalsHow will attendees benefit?

By completing the course attendees will gain many benefits:

Acquire a Globally Recognised Credential: Attendees are awarded the ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP) certificate that endorses their foundational knowledge on Agile and fortifies their professional stature. Nurture a Real Agile Mindset: Attendees will develop muscle memory to think and operate in Agile, enabling one to adjust rapidly to constantly changing environments and endorse an environment that promotes flexibility and innovative thinking.Enhance Team Collaboration and Communication: Attendees will better understand Agile roles, team dynamics, and facilitation techniques and will be better equipped to contribute to and lead high-performing self-organizing teams. Master Practical Agile Tools and Techniques: Attendees will study tangible applications of Scrum, Kanban, XP, and Lean so they can immediately put them to use in their own work settings. Improve Product and Service Delivery: With a focus on value-driven development and adaptive planning, attendees would be able to deliver customer value faster and more efficiently. Increase Career Prospects in Agile Roles: This course prepares attendees to assume Scrum Master, Agile Coach, Product Owner, or Agile Project Manager roles and, subsequently, grow their careers in Agile organisations. Be part of the Agile Transformation Journey: Whether building an Agile team or actively promoting a company-wide shift, participants will be prepared to advocate for Agile practices and contribute meaningfully to transformation efforts.

1. Introduction to Agile Mindset

• What is Agile?

• Values and Principles of Agile

• Understanding Agile beyond practices and tools

• Embracing change and adaptability

2. History and Evolution of Agile

• Origins of Agile methodologies

• Introduction to the Agile Manifesto

• Transition from traditional to Agile project management

3. Overview of Agile Frameworks

• Scrum: roles, ceremonies, and artefacts

• Kanban: visualisation, flow, and limiting work in progress

• Extreme Programming (XP) and Lean Thinking

• Comparison of frameworks and when to use them

4. Agile Roles and Responsibilities

• The roles of Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Team Member

• Stakeholder engagement and team collaboration

• Shared ownership and accountability

5. Building High-Performing Teams

• Characteristics of self-organising teams

• Developing trust and openness

• Supporting team learning and emotional intelligence

6. Agile Facilitation and Coaching

• Essentials of Agile coaching

• Techniques for facilitation and conflict resolution

• Encouraging team reflection and feedback loops

7. Value-Driven Delivery

• Understanding customer value and prioritisation

• Working with user stories, epics, and acceptance criteria

• Delivering early and often through incremental development

8. Adaptive Planning and Forecasting

• Release planning, iteration planning, and roadmapping

• Managing the product backlog

• Embracing change and evolving requirements

9. Agile Metrics and Progress Tracking

• Burn-down and burn-up charts

• Cumulative flow diagrams, cycle time, and velocity

• Using metrics for team improvement, not control

10. Fostering an Agile Culture

• Supporting experimentation and innovation

• Creating a safe environment for learning

• Driving continuous improvement and a growth mindset