Empowering Project Managers to Execute Agile Projects in the Digital World

This program equips participants with the skills and tools necessary to effectively manage agile projects in today’s digital landscape. The goal is to empower project managers to lead virtual teams, adapt to fast-paced technological changes, and deliver high-value outcomes through iterative and collaborative processes. The program uses a blend of learning activities – self-paced learning, virtual/on-site workshops, live coaching, and on-the-job projects – to build skills and apply them in modern, tech-driven projects.

Development Outcomes:
  • Agile Competency in Digital Contexts:
    Understand and apply agile methodologies, principles, and frameworks specifically adapted to the demands of digital projects and virtual teams.
  • Proficiency with Digital Agile Tools:
    Use digital tools for agile project management, including backlog management, sprint tracking, and remote collaboration, ensuring efficient workflows and transparency in distributed teams.
  • Effective Virtual Team Leadership:
    Lead and coordinate agile teams across virtual and hybrid environments, fostering engagement, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Adaptability to Rapid Change:
    Use strategies to manage frequent changes, pivot quickly, and manage evolving project requirements.
  • Scaling Agile for Large Digital Projects:
    Apply scaling frameworks, such as SAFe and LeSS, to large, cross-functional digital projects to synchronize efforts across multiple teams effectively.
  • Delivery of High-Value Outcomes:
    Focus on value-driven project management to prioritize, iterate, and deliver outcomes that align with stakeholder needs and maximize project impact.

Development Journey

Agile Project Management for the Digital Age: Comprehensive Course Catalog

Welcome to our comprehensive Agile Project Management for the digital age learning program. This program combines agile principles with digital transformation concepts, offering a comprehensive learning journey to help participants navigate agile project management in modern, tech-driven, and virtual work environments.

Agile Fundamentals in a Digital World

Explore the foundational principles of agile and their evolution to meet the demands of today’s digital-first projects. This course introduces agile frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, and Lean, tailored for fast-paced, tech-driven environments.

  • Understand how agile principles translate to digital projects.
  • Identify core agile frameworks and know when each is best suited for tech-based projects.
Agile Tools & Techniques

Learn essential agile tools and techniques, including digital backlog management, user stories, and sprint planning, with a focus on digital platforms like Jira and Trello. This course emphasizes using these tools effectively for remote collaboration and efficient project tracking.

  • Create and manage digital backlogs, leveraging cloud tools.
  • Write user stories tailored for digital products and manage sprints virtually.
Agile Roles and Team Dynamics in Virtual Teams

Understand agile roles – scrum master, product owner, development team – in a virtual setting and discover strategies for fostering collaboration, transparency, and trust in distributed teams. This course covers the unique challenges and best practices for managing digital team dynamics.

  • Foster effective team dynamics in virtual environments.
  • Use digital tools to maintain transparency and engagement in remote Agile teams.
Agile in Practice: Digital Iteration and Rapid Prototyping

Dive into the practical side of agile with digital iteration and rapid prototyping techniques. Through virtual sprints, participants will learn to manage sprint ceremonies, collect user feedback, and refine digital products in iterative cycles, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

  • Lead agile ceremonies remotely and sustain a digital cadence.
  • Rapidly create and iterate digital prototypes based on user feedback.
Scaling Agile in Large Digital Organizations

Gain insights into scaling agile practices across large, tech-driven organizations. This course covers popular frameworks like SAFe and LeSS, enabling participants to synchronize agile efforts across multiple teams and overcome challenges unique to scaling agile in digital projects.

  • Apply digital-first scaling frameworks to large projects.
  • Understand how AI and automation influence agile methodologies.
Capstone Project: Digital Agile Project Application

Apply everything learned by managing a real or simulated digital project from start to finish. Participants will plan, execute, and present their project outcomes, demonstrating their ability to lead agile initiatives in a digital environment, culminating in a presentation to peers and coaches.

  • Develop and manage a digital project from inception to completion using agile methods.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in managing a tech-oriented agile project with distributed teams.

Learning Experience

Who Is This Program For

  • Project managers wanting to use agile principles to improve efficiency and adaptability in digital projects
  • Product managers who need to prioritize features, manage stakeholder expectations, and drive iterative product development in a tech-driven environment
  • Scrum masters focused on team performance, looking to deepen their understanding of digital tools and virtual team management techniques to enhance Agile practices in digital settings
  • Digital transformation specialists who require agile skills to manage cross-functional teams and manage rapid changes within digital transformation projects
  • IT and software development leads need to adopt agile methodologies to drive efficient, collaborative, and adaptable project outcomes
  • Team leaders and supervisors in digital roles who want to improve collaboration, productivity, and agility within their teams

Quote An excellent course that enhances my understanding of Agile practices. The examples and exercises are practical and relatable. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their project management skills.Quote

Michael J.,

Scrum Master

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Certificate

Upon successfully completing the program, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion, recognizing their mastery of essential leadership skills and readiness to drive team and organizational success. This credential signifies a commitment to personal and professional growth, demonstrating expertise in leadership, performance management, and effective communication.

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