APMG Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Foundation & Practitioner

Unlock the full potential of AgilePM® V3 with our comprehensive training program. You'll learn to deliver tangible business value at every project stage, transition from a project manager to an Agile leader, and master Scrum for enhanced team agility and efficiency. Our training covers advanced strategies for managing multi-team projects and navigating risks effectively. Equip yourself with the latest AgilePM® techniques and stay ahead in today's fast-paced project environments. Enrol now and take your Project Management skills to the next level!

In just 3 days, you’ll understand the philosophy, principle and lifecycle of an Agile project.

Lead your projects to success in today’s dynamic environment. AgilePM3 keeps you adaptable, impactful, and in control.

This is a combined course, so you’ll sit both the APMG Agile Project Management Foundation and the APMG Agile Project Management Practitioner exam, to achieve your certifications.

As an official APMG Partner and through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get access to official courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

Please note: Firebrand Training is an APMG Accredited Organisation. AgilePM® is a registered trademark of Agile Business Consortium Limited. All rights reserved.

Audience

The AgilePM® V3 certification is designed for a wide range of professionals involved in Project Management and Agile practices. The primary audience includes:

• Practicing Project Managers: Those looking to enhance their skills with agile methodologies and lead projects more effectively.
• Agile Team Members: Individuals aiming to become Agile Project Managers or improve their understanding of Agile principles.
• Aspiring Agile Leaders: Professionals seeking to transition from traditional project management roles to agile leadership positions.
• Business Analysts and Consultants: Those who support agile projects and need a solid understanding of AgilePM® principles.
• IT and Development Professionals: Team members involved in delivering agile projects who want to formalise their knowledge and skills

Foundation 

• Introduction to AgilePM®
  • AgilePM® philosophy and principles
  • Benefits of AgilePM®
• Agile Project Lifecycle
  • Phases and processes
  • Configuring the lifecycle to different scenarios
• Roles and Responsibilities
  • Key roles in AgilePM®
  • Responsibilities and collaboration
• Agile Techniques
  • MoSCoW prioritization
  • Timeboxing
  • Iterative development
• Governance and Control
  • Mechanisms for project governance
  • Control frameworks
• Requirements and Testing
  • Managing requirements in AgilePM®
  • Testing and quality assurance
• Planning and Estimating
  • Agile planning techniques
  • Estimation methods
• Risk Management
  • Identifying and managing risks
  • Strategies for risk mitigation

Practitioner 

• Advanced AgilePM® Concepts
  • Deep dive into AgilePM® principles
  • Advanced lifecycle configuration
• Leadership in AgilePM®
  • Transitioning from project management to leadership
  • Leading agile teams effectively
• Scrum Integration
  • Using Scrum as the product delivery engine
  • Scrum roles, events, and artefacts
• Multi-Team Projects
  • Strategies for managing multiple teams
  • Coordination and communication
• Advanced Risk Management
  • Enhanced risk management techniques
  • Proactive risk assessment and mitigation
• Practical Application
  • Scenario-based exercises
  • Real-world case studies

The AgilePM® V3 certification exam track is structured to ensure a comprehensive understanding and practical application of AgilePM® principles.

Here’s an outline of the exam track:

Foundation

• Format: Multiple-choice questions
• Duration: 40 minutes
• Number of Questions: 50
• Pass Mark: 50% (25 out of 50)
• Focus: Understanding AgilePM® principles, lifecycle, roles, techniques, governance, and control.

Practitioner

• Format: Scenario-based questions
• Duration: 2.5 hours
• Number of Questions: 4 complex questions, each with multiple parts
• Pass Mark: 50% (40 out of 80)
• Focus: Applying AgilePM® principles in real-world scenarios, advanced lifecycle configuration, leadership, Scrum integration, multi-team management, and risk management.

Please note that you cannot take the Practitioner Exam if you fail the Foundation Exam.

The validity period for all APMG exams will be limited to 12 months from the booking date.

Requests to reschedule within this period will be accepted in the usual way, but extensions beyond this period will not be possible.

There are no formal prerequisites for the AgilePM® V3 Foundation certification, making it accessible to anyone interested in agile Project Management.

It is recommended that delegates have a basic understanding of what Scrum is and how it works.

However, for the Practitioner level, candidates must have passed the Foundation exam.

This ensures a solid understanding of AgilePM® principles before moving on to more advanced concepts and practical applications.

The AgilePM® V3 certification includes the AgilePM® V3 Reference Book by the Agile Business Consortium.

This comprehensive guide goes beyond theory, offering practical strategies to ensure your agile projects not only meet but exceed expectations. It covers all the essential principles, techniques, and practices of AgilePM®, making it an invaluable resource for both the Foundation and Practitioner levels of the certification.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

• Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
• You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
• Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
• Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
• You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
• You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
• You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

*For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
**Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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