The British Academy for Training and Development offers a comprehensive Agile Foundations Course, essential principles and practices of Agile project management will be imparted to the attendees. The course begins with an introduction to Agile itself, its values and principles in the Agile Manifesto. With a focus on the more researched methodologies, Scrum, Kanban, and Lean, students graduate with a much more enriched understanding of the Agile methodology. Roles and responsibilities within Agile teams are explained by the Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Development Team.

We cover the carrying out Agile planning, product backlogs, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. There is also a great stress on collaboration, and communication-all of them aim towards transparency and team spirit in the development process.

Other important areas covered are the incremental delivery and continuous improvement and how Agile promotes regular feedback from stakeholders for refining and evolving the product. It also gives an introduction to Agile metrics, such as velocity, burn-down charts, and lead time, for measuring progress and performance.

At the end of the course, attendees will understand how to apply Agile principles to real-life scenarios, in which case it brings customer satisfaction with the assurance of quick delivery and an adaptable canvas for change. The course thus provides a stepping stone for the participant keen on practicing or enhancing Agile processes in their organisations.

Objective:

By the end of this course, attendees will be able to:

Understand the basic principles of the Agile approach and the Agile Manifesto.Distinguish various Agile frameworks, the focus being on Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.Implement Agile concepts in team roles, project planning, and workflow management.Facilitate critical Agile functions such as sprint planning, daily stand-up sessions, and retrospectives.Utilise Agile metrics like velocity, burn-down charts, and lead time to keep track of Agile projects.Use Agile practices to improve collaboration, transparency, and customer satisfaction.Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

Project Managers transitioning to Agile environmentsTeam Leaders, Product Owners, and Scrum MastersSoftware Developers and QA ExpertsOther professionals in IT, engineering, and business who are parties to the Agile projectPeople who want to know the fundamentals of Agile project managementHow will attendees benefit?

Key benefits include:

Strong Understanding of Agile Principles: Attendees will develop an understanding of Agile values, mindset, and frameworks in a coherent manner so that they may run projects in more flexible and responsive ways.Opportunity to Deliver Projects: Attendees will now in shorter cycles deliver quality outcomes through incremental delivery and continuous feedback.Enhanced Team Collaboration: The course trains attendees in techniques for improving team dynamics, transparency, communication, and cross-functional collaboration. Role Clarity: Attendees are made aware of the Agile-specific roles such as Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Agile Team Member, thereby enabling them to perform effectively in Agile environments.Boosted Efficiency and Productivity: Attendees will learn the use of tools such as Kanban boards, sprint planning, and burn-down to facilitate processing and eliminate bottlenecks.Adaptability to Change: The Agile mindset prepares professionals to respond quickly to market and client changes, therefore, enhancing customer satisfaction.Furtherance of Career: Acquiring basic knowledge on Agile is a marketable skill that flashes resumes and enhances entry into roles for such organisations as agile led.

Introduction to Agile

• What is Agile methodology?

• History and evolution of Agile

• Benefits of using Agile in project management

The Agile Manifesto

• Core values and principles

• The Agile mindset and cultural shift

• Comparing Agile vs. Traditional (Waterfall) approaches

Agile Frameworks and Methodologies

• Overview of Scrum, Kanban, and Lean

• When to use each framework

• Integrating Agile with existing processes

Agile Roles and Responsibilities

• Role of the Product Owner

• Responsibilities of the Scrum Master

• The Agile Team structure and self-organisation

Agile Planning and Estimation

• Building and managing a Product Backlog

• Conducting Sprint Planning

• Estimating work with Story Points and Planning Poker

Agile Events and Ceremonies

• Purpose and structure of Daily Stand-ups

• Running effective Sprint Reviews and Retrospectives

• Managing iterations and continuous improvement

Agile Metrics and Tracking Progress

• Using Velocity, Burn-down Charts, and Lead Time

• Tracking team performance and productivity

• Ensuring transparency and timely delivery

Agile Collaboration and Communication

• Promoting team collaboration and stakeholder engagement

• Tools and techniques for Agile communication

• Creating a culture of continuous feedback

Applying Agile in Real-World Projects

• Adapting Agile to different project types and industries

• Case studies and hands-on exercises

• Overcoming common challenges in Agile adoption