Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Foundation Certification
Access Duration - 365 Days
Awarded By "APMG International"
Guided Learning Hours (06)
Total Qualification Time 13 hours
Course Material
Number of Modules 11
Mock Exam Included
Official Exam Included
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126 STUDENTS
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What Will I Learn?
To recall Business Agility VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity) and the four Agile Manifesto values tailored for the project.
To explain the five Scrum Events, Scrum artifacts, commitments and theory of Scrum (three pillars of empiricism: transparency, inspection and adaptation)
To recognise and understand the four project variables (Time, Cost, Quality, Features) and the AgilePM philosophy and ethos behind it.
To apply the eight AgilePM principles in real project situations.
Course Overview
Master Agile Project Management
The AgilePM® Foundation is a popular project management certificate that focuses on the Agile methodology. Agile project management is an adaptable, iterative method of managing projects that allows teams to deliver value to stakeholders and respond rapidly and efficiently to change. This qualification can be of benefit to project managers, team members and project staff working on agile projects. AgilePM® Foundation provides project managers with the abilities needed to manage projects in a dynamic environment, covering the basic ideas and principles of Agile project management.
There are many ways in which certification can be of benefit to both the individuals and organisations. It equips individuals with the abilities and knowledge to successfully manage Agile projects. The certification demonstrates a commitment to Agile project management principles, better job prospects, and better earning potential.
The AgilePM® Foundation examination measures the candidate’s understanding of the concepts, principles and framework of Agile project management AgilePM®. On passing the exam you will receive certification that is globally recognised and will confirm your competence in Agile project management. The certification is a good starting point for professionals who want to take their Agile project management careers to the next level. Continuous education and professional development in Agile project management can improve skills and stay up to date with new developments in the field.
The AgilePM® Foundation certification exam is intended to assess a learner’s knowledge of the basic concepts and principles of agile project management. The course will improve a learner’s ability to plan, execute and control projects in a flexible manner, ensuring the success of project delivery. The AgilePM® Foundation also equips students with the tools to manage changing requirements, mitigate risk, and increase visibility and control on projects.
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Global Edulink is an APMG accredited training organisation, providing working professionals with a flexible and supportive learning environment. Learning with Global Edulink provides some added benefits over other learning platforms, such as:
- Accredited learning centre
- Qualified trainers
- High-quality course materials
- Unlimited tutor guidance
- Flexible payment methods
- 24-hour online support
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- The Awarding Body
- About the Tutor
- Who is This Course For?
- Prerequisites to Take This Course
- Method of Assessment
- Assessment Grading
- Certification
- Further Progression
- Prospective Careers
AgilePM is a member of the Agile Business Consortium, the professional body for business agility, which promotes business agility around the world. The Consortium also worked with APMG International, a global accreditation and examination body, to develop training and certification schemes and to produce the AgilePM® v3 Reference Book.
John Newton Moore is an APMG-approved AgilePM Approved Trainer and an AgilePM® v3 Practitioner. He is certified as a PRINCE2 Agile v3 Practitioner, a PRINCE2 v7 Practitioner with trainer status, and an Advanced Certified Scrum Developer by Scrum Alliance. He also holds several BCS accreditations in business analysis, requirements engineering and business process modelling, as well as ICAgile certifications in coaching, delivery and product ownership. He holds ITIL Foundation accreditation and certifications in MSP, PRAXIS and PMP.
John has more than 40 years of experience in IT and project management working for companies such as Cisco, Vodafone, the BCS, Westinghouse and McDonnell Douglas. He has written courses for the leading international training providers and delivered training in the UK, Europe and the Middle East. He has also reviewed PRINCE2 and PRINCE2 Agile materials and has written and reviewed exams for BCS credentials. He is currently an independent consultant and trainer with Newton Software Ltd.
- Project Managers
- Scrum Masters
- Product Owners
- Business Analysts
- Solution Architects
- Developers
- Testers
- Career Changers
- Returning Learners
- You should have an interest in agile project management and a good command of the English language.
There is only one closed-book multiple choice test to determine this qualification. The Exam is set and graded externally by APMG International.
- 50 questions per paper
- Multiple-choice questions
- 30 marks are required to pass (30/50) — 60%
- 40 minutes duration
- Closed book format
- There is only one closed-book multiple choice test to determine this qualification.
- Pass / Fail grading system
- A score of 60% or higher (30 out of 50) is required to pass
- No distinction or merit grades
Once the course and the exam are successfully completed, the learner is awarded the AgilePM® v3 Foundation Certification by APMG International.
Once you complete this Foundation certification, you can build on it with more advanced coursework in agile project management, including the AgilePM® v3 Practitioner certification. This certification is intended for project managers, product owners, solution architects and governance roles and tests application and analysis in a project scenario. Other advancements include AgilePM for Scrum to further integrate with Scrum techniques and Agile Programme Management (AgilePgM) to manage several connected agile projects.
As learners gain experience and complete this qualification, they can pursue or enhance roles such as (Source: Glassdoor UK),
- Agile coach - £78,000
- Product Owner - £67,000
- Agile Project Manager - £59,000
- Delivery Manager - £58,000
- Scrum Master - £54,000
- Business Analyst - £45,000
Course Curriculum
| Unit 1 - Introduction to AgilePM and Business Agility | |||
| Introduction to AgilePM and Business Agility | 00:07:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Introduction to AgilePM and Business Agility | |||
| Unit 2 - Key Concepts | |||
| Key Concepts | 00:20:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Key Concepts | |||
| Unit 02 Practice Questions | 00:07:00 | ||
| Unit 02 Practice Questions | |||
| Unit 3 - Scrum Overview | |||
| Scrum Overview | 00:16:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Scrum Overview | |||
| Unit 4 - AgilePM Fundamentals | |||
| AgilePM Fundamentals | 00:18:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – AgilePM Fundamentals | |||
| Unit 04 Practice Questions | 00:18:00 | ||
| Unit 04 Practice Questions | |||
| Unit 5 - Individuals & Interactions | |||
| Individuals & Interactions – Part 01 | 00:17:00 | ||
| Individuals & Interactions – Part 02 | 00:16:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Individuals & Interactions | |||
| Unit 05 Practice Questions | 00:07:00 | ||
| Unit 05 Practice Questions | |||
| Unit 6 - Collaboration & Communication | |||
| Collaboration & Communication | 00:20:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Collaboration & Communication | |||
| Unit 06 Practice Questions | 00:05:00 | ||
| Unit 06 Practice Questions | |||
| Unit 7 - Project Lifecycle Framework | |||
| Project Lifecycle Framework | 00:27:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Project Lifecycle Framework | |||
| Unit 07 Practice Questions | 00:04:00 | ||
| Unit 07 Practice Questions | |||
| Unit 8 - Requirements, Estimating & Prioritization | |||
| Requirements, Estimating & Prioritization | 00:29:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Requirements, Estimating & Prioritization | |||
| Unit 08 Practice Questions | 00:12:00 | ||
| Unit 08 Practice Questions | |||
| Unit 9 - Planning & Control | |||
| Planning & Control | 00:22:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Planning & Control | |||
| Unit 09 Practice Questions | 00:06:00 | ||
| Unit 09 Practice Questions | |||
| Unit 10 - Risk Management and Project Approach | |||
| Risk Management and Project Approach | 00:07:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Risk Management and Project Approach | |||
| Unit 10 Practice Questions | 00:08:00 | ||
| Unit 10 Practice Questions | |||
| Unit 11 - Governance, Compliance and AgilePM Project Artifacts | |||
| Governance, Compliance and AgilePM Project Artifacts – Part 01 | 00:19:00 | ||
| Governance, Compliance and AgilePM Project Artifacts – Part 02 | 00:15:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Governance, Compliance and AgilePM Project Artifacts | |||
| Unit 11 Practice Questions | 00:08:00 | ||
| Unit 11 Practice Questions | |||
| Wrap-Up and What’s Next? | |||
| Wrap-Up and What’s Next? | 00:14:00 | ||
| Wrap-Up and What’s Next? | |||
| Exercise Questions | |||
| Exercise Questions | |||
| Mock Exam | |||
| AgilePM® Foundation Sample Paper 01 – Mock Exam | 00:40:00 | ||
| AgilePM® Foundation Sample Paper 02 – Mock Exam | 00:40:00 | ||
| Additional Practice Materials | |||
| Additional Practice Materials | |||
| Official Exam Booking | |||
| AgilePM® Exam Booking | |||
FAQ's
A. Anyone who wants to work on or with agile projects, including managers, analysts, team members, and stakeholders.
A. No, all you need to pass the foundation exam is to understand the AgilePM guide.
A. You should have an interest in agile project management and a good command of the English language.
A. Through a single 40-minute closed-book, 50-question multiple-choice test.
A. The qualification is graded Pass/Fail.
A. The 8 guiding principles are: Focus on the business need; Deliver on time; Collaborate; Never compromise quality; Build Incrementally from Firm Foundations; Develop iteratively; Communicate Continuously and Clearly; and Demonstrate Control.
A. Yes. There are no employment criteria to take this course.
A. It is advisable to have a basic level of literacy in English.
A. No, AgilePM is a professional and an APMG-accredited certification.
A. The Foundation certification is a lifetime certification.
A. Yes. You can retake tests.
A. To pass you must get a score of 60%, or 30 out of 50 right answers.
A. No, the Foundation qualification is for beginners. There are no official requirements but a basic understanding of projects is helpful.
A. Yes. You can take APMG International’s remote proctored examinations from your home or place of business, if you have a reliable internet connection and a camera.
A. MoSCoW is an acronym for must have, should have, could have, won’t have. It ensures Minimum Usable Subset, prioritises features, and includes contingencies. Must Haves cannot exceed 60% of a timebox’s work, and Should + Could cannot exceed 40%. Always deliver Must Haves.
A. Risk management is totally part of the daily operations. Flexible scope, frequent reviews and iterative delivery reduce many risks.
A. Yes, employing numerous delivery teams, Scrums of Scrums events, and a wrapper of lifecycle phases, role domains, practices, and artefacts, AgilePM v3 offers scaling assistance.
A. AgilePM is best suited for projects where requirements are changing and uses flexible scope. PRINCE2 is a structured project management approach with stable requirements. They can also be combined with strong oversight to bring together agile ways of working.
A. The Project Approach Questionnaire is a diagnostic tool that assists teams in identifying risks to agile effectiveness and determining the extent to which to apply the AgilePM framework for a specific project. It guides the configuration of the AgilePM approach.
A. The important artefacts are the Solution Backlog, Product Backlog, Delivery Plan, Development Approach Definition, Management Approach Definition, and the Business Case. Most improve and develop over their lifetimes.
Reggie Holmes
The materials are a good representation of AgilePM v3 Edition 2. The practice tests and question style guide were very useful.
Carol Cox
I had never used agile before, but this course made it all really clear for me. These 8 principles and the MoSCoW method are now part of my daily work.
Gail Brooks
I studied online, working full-time for eight weeks. I had the freedom with 12-month access.