Course Overview
Domain
Infocomm Technology
Business, Communication and Design
Format
Short Course
Duration
2 days
Fee Subsidy
Up to 90% SF Funding
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.
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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
What You Will Learn
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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Schedule
| Course Run | Dates | Time |
|---|---|---|
| November 2024 run | 7 – 8 Nov 2024 | 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 |
| 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 Participation will be issued to participants who
- Attend at least 75% of the course
- Undertake and pass non-credit bearing assessment during the course
Assessment Plan
Assessment Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Duration: 30 minutes
Weightage: 100%
Learners are to answer the MCQ quiz questions on Agile concepts and practices. The MCQ quiz questions will be able to assess if learners are able to achieve the desired learning outcomes, which is to gain a strong foundational knowledge of Agile theory, practices and behaviours.
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$2,616.00.
| Category | After SF Funding |
|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | S$784.80 |
| Singapore Citizen (40 & Above) | S$304.80 |
| Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | S$784.80 |
| Non-Singapore Citizen | S$2,616.00 (No Funding) |
Note: All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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