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Mastering Agile Estimating and Planning; A Step-by-Step Guide to Effective Project Management

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What does the Agile Estimating and Planning course cover?

Agile Estimating and Planning is covered here in 7 modules: Introduction to Agile Estimating and Planning: Overview of Agile principles and methodologies, Agile Estimating Techniques: Story Point Estimation, Wideband Delphi Estimation, Agile Planning Techniques and 4 more. The outline lists 32 specific topics, opening with Overview of Agile principles and methodologies and closing with Creating a personalized Agile plan.

How do you approach Agile Estimating and Planning step by step?

The work is sequenced in 7 stages. It starts with Introduction to Agile Estimating and Planning: Overview of Agile principles and methodologies, moves through Agile Estimating Techniques: Story Point Estimation, Wideband Delphi Estimation and Agile Planning Techniques, and ends at Applying Agile Principles to Real-World Projects: Case studies and group discussions.

What is in Module 1 of the Agile Estimating and Planning course?

Module 1 is Introduction to Agile Estimating and Planning: Overview of Agile principles and methodologies. It works through Overview of Agile principles and methodologies, understanding the importance of estimating and planning in Agile and introduction to Agile estimating and planning techniques. It sets the vocabulary the remaining 6 modules build on.

How is the Agile Estimating and Planning course delivered?

The Agile Estimating and Planning course is fully self-paced with immediate online access after enrolment. Access does not expire and future updates are included at no cost. It can be taken on any device, and a certificate of completion is issued by The Art of Service when you finish.

How much does the Agile Estimating and Planning course cost?

The Agile Estimating and Planning course is $199 as a one time payment. There is no subscription, no per seat licence and no hidden fee. Enrolment carries a 30 day satisfied or refunded guarantee, so it can be assessed in full before you commit.

Closely related courses: Agile Estimating and Planning Toolkit, Agile Estimation in Application Management, Estimation Techniques in Agile Project Management, Software Project Estimation in Agile Project Management.

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Mastering Agile Estimating and Planning: A Step-by-Step Guide to Effective Project Management



Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to master Agile estimating and planning. Through interactive lessons, hands-on projects, and real-world applications, participants will gain a deep understanding of Agile principles and practices, enabling them to effectively manage projects and deliver high-quality results.



Course Objectives

  • Understand the fundamentals of Agile estimating and planning
  • Learn how to create accurate estimates and plans using Agile methodologies
  • Develop skills in prioritizing and managing project backlogs
  • Master techniques for effective sprint planning and execution
  • Understand how to track and report project progress using Agile metrics
  • Apply Agile principles to real-world projects and scenarios


Course Outline

Module 1. Introduction to Agile Estimating and Planning: Overview of Agile principles and methodologies

  • Overview of Agile principles and methodologies
  • Understanding the importance of estimating and planning in Agile
  • Introduction to Agile estimating and planning techniques

Module 2. Agile Estimating Techniques: Story Point Estimation, Wideband Delphi Estimation

  • Story Point Estimation
  • T-Shirt Sizing
  • Wideband Delphi Estimation
  • Three-Point Estimation
  • Expert Judgment

Module 3: Agile Planning Techniques

  • Product Vision Board
  • Product Roadmap
  • Release Planning
  • Sprint Planning
  • Backlog Refinement

Module 4. Prioritizing and Managing Project Backlogs: Using MoSCoW prioritization

  • Understanding project backlogs and prioritization
  • Techniques for prioritizing project backlogs
  • Managing and refining project backlogs
  • Using MoSCoW prioritization
  • Kano Model

Module 5. Sprint Planning and Execution: Daily Scrum and Sprint Review, Managing and executing sprints

  • Understanding sprint planning and execution
  • Techniques for effective sprint planning
  • Managing and executing sprints
  • Using Scrum boards and burn-down charts
  • Daily Scrum and Sprint Review

Module 6. Tracking and Reporting Project Progress: Using burn-down charts and velocity

  • Understanding Agile metrics and reporting
  • Techniques for tracking project progress
  • Using burn-down charts and velocity
  • Reporting project progress to stakeholders
  • Retrospectives and continuous improvement

Module 7. Applying Agile Principles to Real-World Projects: Case studies and group discussions

  • Case studies and group discussions
  • Applying Agile principles to real-world scenarios
  • Best practices and lessons learned
  • Creating a personalized Agile plan


Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging lessons and activities
  • Comprehensive coverage of Agile estimating and planning techniques
  • Personalized learning experience with hands-on projects and real-world applications
  • Up-to-date content and expert instructors
  • Practical and actionable insights for effective project management
  • Certification issued by The Art of Service upon completion
  • Flexible learning with lifetime access and mobile accessibility
  • Community-driven with discussion forums and group activities
  • Gamification and progress tracking for a fun and engaging experience


Certificate of Completion

Upon completing this course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service. This certificate demonstrates the participant's mastery of Agile estimating and planning techniques and their ability to apply them in real-world projects.

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