The British Academy for Training and Development offers this training program in "Agile Product Management: Delivering Successful Products Using Scrum, Lean, and Agile Practices", designed to strengthen participants’ ability to manage products in changing business environments and translate customer needs into valuable products that can be continuously improved and developed.

The program focuses on Agile principles, Scrum practices, and Lean methods, and how they can be applied to product planning, prioritization, and development life-cycle management. It also covers building a clear product vision, translating customer needs into requirements, managing the product backlog, and improving coordination between product teams and stakeholders. Participants will explore approaches to performance measurement, waste reduction, faster value delivery, and better product decision-making, helping organizations respond effectively to market changes and achieve stronger product outcomes through continuous improvement.

Who Should Attend?

• Product managers and product development team leaders in organizations and businesses.
• Professionals working in project and program management and teams that use Agile practices.
• Business development, innovation, technology, and marketing professionals involved in product development.
• Executives and professionals seeking to apply Scrum, Lean, and Agile practices to improve product outcomes.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Understand the fundamental principles of Agile product management and their role in product development.
• Explore Scrum and Lean practices and their applications throughout the product life cycle.
• Develop the ability to establish product vision and prioritize initiatives based on customer needs and business value.
• Strengthen skills in product backlog management and coordination between development teams and stakeholders.
• Use performance indicators and continuous improvement approaches to increase product delivery efficiency and reduce waste.

• Fundamentals of Agile Product Management
  • The concept of Agile product management and its core principles.
  • Differences between traditional and Agile approaches to product management.
  • The role of value, customers, and adaptability in product management.
• Introduction to Scrum and Lean
  • Scrum principles and key components.
  • The concept of Lean and its importance in reducing waste.
  • The relationship between Scrum, Lean, and Agile product management.

• Product Vision and Product Strategy
  • Developing a clear product vision and defining its direction.
  • Aligning product strategy with organizational objectives.
  • Defining target value and desired outcomes.
• Understanding Customers and Market Needs
  • Identifying customer segments and their needs.
  • Analyzing problems and unmet needs addressed by the product.
  • Translating customer needs into valuable product requirements.

• Product Backlog Management
  • The concept and role of the product backlog in organizing work.
  • Writing and structuring clear product backlog items.
  • Prioritizing items based on value, risk, and effort.
• Prioritization and Decision-Making
  • Approaches to prioritizing products and features.
  • Balancing customer value with business objectives.
  • Managing changes in priorities based on market developments.

• Managing Product Development with Scrum
  • Scrum roles and responsibilities in product development.
  • Sprint planning and progress management.
  • Sprint reviews and continuous improvement.
• Collaboration Between Product Teams and Stakeholders
  • Identifying stakeholder roles and expectations.
  • Improving communication and coordination among stakeholders.
  • Managing expectations and supporting product-related decisions.

• Lean Principles in Product Management
  • Identifying sources of waste in product development.
  • Improving workflow and reducing non-value-adding activities.
  • Shortening the time required to deliver value to customers.
• Minimum Viable Product and Value Validation
  • The concept and objectives of the Minimum Viable Product (MVP).
  • Defining the minimum features required to deliver customer value.
  • Using feedback to guide product development.

• Product Planning, Releases, and Roadmap Management
  • Developing a clear product roadmap.
  • Planning releases and aligning them with product objectives.
  • Balancing long-term product vision with short-term priorities.
• Risk and Change Management in Agile Products
  • Identifying risks associated with product development.
  • Responding to changes in requirements and market conditions.
  • Making timely decisions based on available information.

• Product Performance Measurement
  • Defining appropriate product performance indicators.
  • Measuring customer value and satisfaction.
  • Analyzing results to support product-related decisions.
• Continuous Product and Process Improvement
  • Using feedback to improve products.
  • Identifying opportunities to improve processes and workflows.
  • Building a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

• Agile Leadership and Product Team Management
  • The role of leadership in supporting an Agile work environment.
  • Building collaborative and self-organizing product teams.
  • Promoting accountability, transparency, and faster decision-making.
• Integrating Scrum, Lean, and Agile Practices for Product Success
  • Selecting Agile practices that fit the product and organizational context.
  • Building an integrated system for value delivery and product improvement.
  • Connecting Agile practices with business outcomes and sustainable product success.