We have put this page together to help you, if either:
- You want to study Agile Project Management to learn about it, or
- To study for an Agile Project Management qualification, or
- You are considering it
On this page, we have colated all of our information, tools, and resources, to help you from your first investigations, to your final exams.
And, to keep it simple, we have divided it into Five Steps...
STEP 1: START YOUR JOURNEY
You're thinking about the learning Agile PM; maybe even a qualification.
Fabulous!
As Project Managers, we can no longer afford to ignore Agile.
And, even if you aren't involved in software and technology projects that are where Agile is mostly used, the ideas are becoming more important for other forms of projects too. So, whatever type of Project Management you're familiar with, it pays to learn something of Agile.
And for some of us, Agile qualifications will be a necessary stepping stone in your career.
So, before we start, let's understand what Agie Project Management is...
Some Free Resources to Help You Learn the Basics of Agile...
We also have two excellent introductory articles for you. Each was written by a guest author; and each an expert in Agile Project Management...
- Why You Can No Longer Ignore Agile Methodologies
...by Chris O'Halloran - What is Agile and Why is it Important to Project Managers?
...by Chuck Cobb
In addition, take a look at Chuck Cobb's FREE course: 'Learn the Truth about Agile versus Waterfall'.
There's an Elephant in the Room...
So, we'll address it!
Agile versus Waterfall
or, more properly...
Adaptive (agile) and
Predictive (traditional, or waterfall)
Project Management
What are they, what's the difference, when should you use each, and can you combine them?
There are many contexts where neither traditional, predictive Project Management, nor adaptive Agile Project Management will be appropriate. You'll want to get the best of both worlds. And why shouldn't you?
In this article, we answer four questions:
- What is Hybrid Project Management?
- Why do We Need Hybrid Project Management?
- How Can You Make Hybrid Project Management Work?
- What is the Role of ‘Project Manager’ in Hybrid Project Management?
STEP 2: CONSIDER YOUR OPTIONS
Now you Need to Inform Yourself about the PMP qualification.
There are plenty of Agile Qualifications out there, and we offer courses to prepare you for many of them.
But first, you should ask: 'Should I get a Project Management Qualification?'
If your answer is 'yes', then you next need to find your way through the bewildering array of Agile qualifications.
And finally, if it's been a while since the last time you did some studying, you'll want to brush up on how to get the best from your Project Management learning.
STEP 3: COMMITTED TO LEARNING
Now you've made your decision, you're firmly on your learning journey.
Stage 1: Preparation
The first stage is preparing to learn by soaking up some simple introductory content.
I'd start with the short videos in the Agile Methodologies module of our Free Academy of Project Management.
2
Comprehensive article...
With some basic information about Agile, it's time to learn what the PMI's Agile Practctice Guide covers.
In this article, you'll learn about:
- What the guide is... and is not
- What's in the guide (with summaries)
- Our response to the Guide
- The Guide's impact on PMI qualifications: PMP, CAPM, PMI-ACP
Stage 2: Structured Learning
You should have decided which of two paths, at this moment, you want to pursue:
- Learning about Agile Project Management for its own sake, and not for an exam
- Preparing for an Agile Project Management exam, to gain a qualification
The two columns below follow each route...
To learn a little about some of the principal certifications, check out these videos...
Non-qualification Route
We've partnered with Agile expert and lecturer Chuck Cobb, whose Agile Project Management Academy offers a cpomprehensive range of courses, from the basics to advanced learning.
And these courses are also available in money-saving bundles, carefully crafted for a smooth learning journey..
...or click the course thumbnail for information about the individual course.
Complete Agile PM Curriculum
Transform yourself...
Take on a high-impact Agile Project Management role
For project managers who are serious about learning Agile project management and becoming a capable practitioner.
Ideal if you are committed to taking PMI-ACP exam.
Complete Agile Business Management Curriculum
A complete curriculum for business-people and product owners who need to effectively participate and lead in an Agile environment.
For Agile Product Owners, Product Managers, Business Analysts, Project Sponsors, and Business Executives.
All-access Pass Agile PM Package
Everything. All Access.
Prepare for an Advanced Agile Project Management role.
For project managers who are serious about learning Agile project management and progressing to an advanced practitioner.
Ideal if you are committed to PMI-ACP and beyond.
Qualification Route
With our partners, the mPlaza, GreyCampus, and PM PrepCast, we offer a wide range of Agile qualifications.
Courses from scrum.org, Scrum Alliance, Agile Business Consortium, EXIN, Axelos, and PMI.
...or click the course thumbnail for information about the individual course.
Stage 3: Informal Learning
We have some book recommendations for you...
STEP 5: TAKE YOUR EXAM
You can book your Axelos, APMG, and EXIN Exams through us.
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