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Agile Foundations: Principles, Mindset, and Core Methods

Overview

Explore the foundations of Agile project management, including its guiding principles, values, and major methodologies. Gain a deep understanding of how Agile transforms traditional project management and fosters effective, collaborative teams.

This course introduces the essential concepts and values that underpin Agile project management. Learners will examine the Agile Manifesto, core principles, and the benefits of adopting an Agile mindset. The course also provides an overview of key Agile methodologies such as Lean, Scrum, and Extreme Programming, and explores how Agile environments and behaviors drive team success. By the end, learners will be equipped to understand and advocate for Agile approaches in modern organizations.

Through engaging readings, video lectures, and knowledge checks, this course guides learners step-by-step through Agile fundamentals, emphasizing real-world relevance and practical application. Learners will build a strong conceptual foundation to support further exploration of Agile practices.

This course is part one of a three-course Specialization designed to build a complete and cohesive understanding of the subject. While it offers valuable skills on its own, you'll gain the most benefit by progressing through all three courses as a structured learning journey.

This course is based on Agile Project Management For Dummies, by Mark C. Layton and Steven J Ostermiller.

From Agile Project Management For Dummies

Copyright © 2017 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey

Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Syllabus 6

  1. Modernizing Project Management 30 minutes

    This module explores the evolution and core principles of agile project management, focusing on its advantages over traditional methods and how it supports flexible, customer-driven software development. Learners will gain insights into empirical decision-making and the practical application of agi…

  2. Applying the Agile Manifesto and Principles 1 hour

    This module explores the Agile Manifesto's four values, 12 principles, and three additional Platinum Principles. Learners will gain insight into how these concepts guide agile team behavior, project alignment, and successful product development. The module emphasizes practical application and the i…

  3. Why Being Agile Works Better 50 minutes

    This module explores the advantages of agile project management, focusing on how it improves efficiency, reduces waste, and enhances team performance. Learners will discover how agile methods differ from traditional approaches and the specific benefits they offer in real-world scenarios. By the end…

  4. Agile Approaches 40 minutes

    This module provides an in-depth look at agile project management, focusing on key frameworks such as lean, scrum, and extreme programming. Learners will explore the principles, practices, and real-world applications of these methods to improve project efficiency and adaptability.

  5. Agile Environments in Action 35 minutes

    This module explores strategies for creating productive agile environments, focusing on reducing distractions, utilizing effective communication methods, and adapting tools to support team collaboration in both collocated and distributed settings.

  6. Agile Behaviors in Action 1.5 hours

    This module explores the behavioral and cultural shifts required to implement agile methodologies effectively. It covers agile roles, team values, collaboration strategies, and practices such as consensus-building and cross-functionality. Learners will gain insights into fostering adaptability and…

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages

  • Structured courses with graded quizzes, assignments and deadlines you can reset.
  • A shareable certificate from the university or company when you pay.
  • Financial aid is often approved for students in India (apply 15 days before you need it).
  • Self-paced: start any time.
  • A clear syllabus (6 parts) you can see before you start.
  • Hands-on: you build or practise, not just watch.

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  • Wiley Skills Network

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