Agile Orientation for Digital Transformation: Concepts, Practices and Mindsets
Master Agile methodology in this 2-day course. Gain theory, practical skills, and toolkits for real-world implementation and success
About Course
Looking to master Agile methodology? This course is designed to equip individuals with strong foundational knowledge of Agile theory, practices, and behaviours to accelerate understanding and application of Agile principles.
Gain a clear understanding of key concepts and methodologies, and develop the skills to articulate them effectively. Learn practical insights for planning and participating in Agile practices, from ceremonies to utilising essential tools.
Explore real-world examples to uncover critical success factors and avoid common pitfalls in Agile projects. Take advantage of opportunities to apply learnings through case study activities and access toolkits that cultivate Agile mindsets and behaviours, seamlessly integrating them into your daily activities for enhanced productivity and success.
Skills you’ll gain
Project Management
Business Management
Who Should Attend
Project Managers
Product Managers
Business Analysts
IT Developers
Scrum Masters or other professionals working on project/product management roles who want to upskill themselves and drive their organisation's Agile agenda
Learning Outcomes
Agile Fundamentals and Mindsets
- Understand the foundational principles and values of Agile methodologies, including the Agile Manifesto, 12 Agile Principles, and the mindset shift required for agility in project management and product development
Scrums and Sprints
- Explore the Scrum framework, with a focus on building effective scrum teams and delivering within Sprints
Agile Roles
- Examine the various roles within Agile teams, including the responsibilities and expectations for roles such as Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Development Team members
- Emphasise collaboration and effective communication among these roles
Epics, Product Features, and Backlogs
- Learn how to break down project requirements into manageable components, including creating Epics, defining Product Features, and crafting User Stories to guide development and facilitate communication
Estimation
- Focus on Agile estimation techniques, including methods like story points, planning poker, and relative sizing to estimate effort for User Stories
- Develop a shared understanding of team capacity and improve release planning accuracy
Kickstart the Sprint
- Address the practical aspects of preparing for a Sprint, including Sprint 0 activities to ensure a well-organised start by preparing the product backlog
Roadmap Planning
- Explore techniques for aligning Agile development with organisational goals, including creating and maintaining Agile roadmaps, prioritising features, managing dependencies, and adapting to changes in business priorities
Sprint Ceremonies and Artefacts
- Cover various ceremonies and artifacts in Agile development, such as Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective, and Daily Stand-ups
- Gain insights into the purpose and value of artifacts like burndown charts, velocity and the Definition of Done
Teaching Team
Quek Aik Juei
Business Architecture Manager, Accenture
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Han Lim
Business and Technology Associate Manager, Accenture
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Course Details
Schedule
| Course Run | Dates | Time |
|---|---|---|
| June 2025 | 26 – 27 Jun | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm |
Day 1
| Time | Topics |
|---|---|
| 9:00 am | Introduction and Ice Breakers |
| 9:20 am | Agile Fundamentals (Theory – What is an Agile Mindset) |
| 9:50 am | Agile Fundamentals (Practicum – Coin game and case study) |
| 10:35 am | Break |
| 10:50 am | Scrums and Sprints (Theory – Improving Team Collaboration) |
| 11:10 am | Agile Roles (Theory – Responsibilities of Each Role) |
| 11:40 am | Agile Roles (Practicum – Case study) |
| 12:40 pm | Lunch |
| 1:40 pm | Epics, Product Features, Backlogs (Theory – Epics and Product Features) |
| 2:30 pm | Epics, Product Features, Backlogs (Theory – Product Backlogs) |
| 3:15 pm | Break |
| 3:30 pm | Epics, Product Features, Backlogs (Practicum – Product Backlogs) |
| 6:00 pm | Review and Feedback at 5:00 pm (Day 1) |
Day 2
| Time | Topics |
|---|---|
| 9:00 am | Recap |
| 9:20 am | Estimation (Theory – Estimation) |
| 10:05 am | Kickstart the Sprint (Theory – Sprint Zero) |
| 10:50 am | Break |
| 11:05 am | Roadmap Planning (Practicum – Release Plan) |
| 12:35 pm | Lunch |
| 1:35 pm | Sprint Ceremonies and Artefacts (Theory – Sprint Event Guidelines) |
| 2:35 pm | Sprint Ceremonies and Artefacts (Practicum – Tie it all together, case study) |
| 4:15 pm | Break |
| 4:30 pm | Assessment |
| 6:00 pm | Recap, Review and Feedback at 5:00 pm (Day 2) |
Certificate and Assessment
A Certificate of Attainment will be issued to participants who:
- Attend at least 75% of the course
- Undertake and pass non-credit bearing assessment during the course
Participants who meet the attendance requirement but do not pass the assessment will receive a Certificate of Participation.
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$2,616.00.
| Funding Category | eLIGIBLE fUNDING | cOURSE fEES pAYABLE aFTER fUNDING |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | 70% | S$784.80 |
| Singapore Citizen (40 & Above) Funded under SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) | 90% | S$304.80 |
| Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | 70% | S$784.80 |
| Non-Singapore Citizen | Not Eligible | S$2,616.00 |
Note: All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
For Organisations
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