Course Code: 14SFACP03DCL

Introduction :

This course is aimed at facilitating the complete and comprehensive studies necessary for appearing for and clearing the Agile Certified Professional (PMI-ACP)® examination. The course brings in detailed understanding of Agile practices along with case studies to enable the participants to execute and apply the practices to their day-to-day life.

Learning Objectives : The course will enable participants to…

• Appreciate and describe Agile Manifesto & Values
• Explain key Agile principles
• Get an overview of variety of Agile methodologies like Scrum ,XP, Kanban, DSDM, Crystal
• Define similarities and differences between traditional approach of project management vs Agile
• Apply Agile Tools and techniques
• Comprehend principles as per PMI-ACP exam content outline
• Practice and evaluate own strengths and weaknesses to best focus efforts for studying for ACP® examination
• Satisfy the pre-requisite of 21 contact hours of Agile Education for PMI-ACP® examination

Participants' profile :

If you are working in organizations using agile to manage projects, the PMI-ACP can provide an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of agile practices. The PMI-ACP is not limited to project managers or Project Management Professional (PMP)® credential holders; individuals with experience working on agile project teams can apply.

• Participants should have project management background or at least have worked in project environment.
• The course demands clear focus and commitment from the participants to study and take up the examination.
• Participants are expected to duly complete their class-work, homework, class assignments, etc.
• Participants preferably be member of Project Management Institute (PMI®). The membership can be obtained on www.pmi.org

Kit for Participants :

• Bound Hard copy of all the explanation-slides used by the faculty
• Study book
• Reference sites for mock practice sets
• Certificate of participation – This certificate is valid for claiming the necessary formal training for the PMI-ACP examination.