COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Understand the origins of the Agile Manifesto.
- Explore the evolution of the Agile Manifesto.
- Explain the four key values of the Agile Manifesto.
- Describe the twelve principles of the Agile Manifesto.
- Differentiate traditional project management from Agile methodologies.
- Apply Agile principles to enhance team collaboration.
- Foster a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement in their organisation.
TARGET AUDIENCE
- Project Managers.
- Product Owners.
- Scrum Masters.
- Agile Coaches.
- Team Leaders.
- Stakeholders involved in Agile processes.
- Individuals seeking to enhance their Agile methodologies.
DAY 1: The Foundations of the Agile Manifesto
- Background and significance of the Agile Manifesto.
- Transitioning from conventional project management to Agile approaches.
- Major figures involved in the creation of the Agile Manifesto.
- The influence of the Agile Manifesto across different sectors.
- Examples of Agile adoption through case studies.
DAY 2: The Four Core Values of the Agile Manifesto
- Valuing individuals and interactions more than processes and tools.
- Prioritising functional software over extensive documentation.
- Favouring customer collaboration instead of contract negotiations.
- Emphasising adaptability to change over rigid planning.
- Assessing the significance of each value in Agile initiatives.
DAY 3: The Twelve Principles of Agile
- Ensuring customer satisfaction via early and ongoing delivery.
- Embracing changes in requirements.
- Frequently delivering operational software.
- Fostering collaboration between business stakeholders and development teams.
- Centring projects around motivated individuals and reflecting on team performance.
DAY 4: Agile Frameworks and Methodologies
- Overview of well-known Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean).
- Key distinctions and commonalities among Agile frameworks.
- Selecting the appropriate Agile framework for your project or team.
- Applying Agile practices across varied project settings.
- Addressing typical challenges during Agile implementation.
DAY 5: Putting Agile Values and Principles into Practice
- Approaches to integrate Agile values into organisational culture.
- Promoting Agile mindsets and behaviours within teams.
- Evaluating the effectiveness of Agile methodologies.
- Resources and tools for ongoing learning and enhancement in Agile practices.
- Tackling resistance to changes brought by Agile.