Agile Project Management (AgilePM®) Foundation Certification
Access Duration - 365 Days
Awarded By "APMG International"
Guided Learning Hours (12)
Course Material
Number of Modules 09
Mock Exam Included
Official Exam Included
Self-study Online
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18 STUDENTS
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What Will I Learn?
Apply the philosophy of Agile project management to a particular project
Appropriately plan and configure the project lifecycle in a real-world scenario
Assigns roles and responsibilities within an organisation to manage Agile projects
Learn to test, measure, and estimate the progress of an Agile business project
Overview
Agile project management skills can benefit global businesses!
AgilePM® Foundation is a widely recognised certification in the field of project management that focuses on the Agile approach. Agile project management is a flexible and iterative methodology that enables teams to respond quickly and effectively to changing requirements and deliver value to stakeholders. The certification is suitable for project managers, team members, and project staff involved in Agile projects. AgilePM® Foundation covers key concepts and principles that form the foundation of Agile project management enabling project managers to effectively manage projects in a dynamic environment.
The certification offers several benefits to individuals and organisations. It equips individuals with the skills and knowledge to successfully navigate Agile projects. The certification demonstrates a commitment to Agile project management principles, enhanced career prospects, and higher salary potential. To achieve AgilePM® Foundation certification, individuals are required to pass a multiple-choice exam. The exam assesses the candidate’s understanding of Agile project management principles, concepts, and the AgilePM® framework. Learners that successfully pass the exam will receive a globally recognised qualification, validating their Agile project management competence. The certification is an excellent starting point for professionals seeking to advance their Agile project management careers. It forms the foundation for higher-level AgilePM® certifications, such as AgilePM® Practitioner. Additionally, ongoing professional development and learning in Agile project management can enhance skills and keep individuals up to date with emerging industry trends.
The AgilePM® Foundation certification exam is designed to assess the learner’s understanding of the fundamental concepts and principles of agile project management. The exam follows a closed-book format, consisting of multiple-choice questions with a duration of 1 hour.
The course improves the learner’s ability to plan, execute, and monitor projects in a flexible manner, ensuring successful project delivery. Furthermore, the AgilePM® Foundation equips learners with the tools to handle changing requirements, reduce risks, and enhance project visibility and control.
Why Follow the AgilePM® Foundation Course?
- Gain an internationally recognised and respected certification
- A stepping stone to becoming a skilled project manager
- Prepares you to implement the dynamic agile methods of project management
- Earn a digital certification badge to display on your professional social media profiles
- Become a certified project management professional
- A chance to follow the exam in five different languages
Why choose Global Edulink?
Global Edulink is one of the leading online education providers in the UK. We work with recognised accredited bodies to offer qualified tutors, tested learning methods, interactive lessons, and self-paced studying for our learners. We are among the handful of e-learning providers that offer video-based course material for the AgilePM® Foundation course.
The benefits of studying the AgilePM® Foundation course with Global Edulink
- Learn from the highly experienced and professional tutor Gerry Steinhauer
- Achieve an industry-recognised qualification at a competitive price
- Video-based course material that helps learners to grasp the subject better
- A free webinar session for enhanced knowledge
- Friendly and prompt customer support
- Learn at your own pace; 100% flexible learning
- Excellent ratings on Trustpilot and other online review platforms
- The Awarding Body
- About the Tutor
- Learning Outcomes
- Who is this Qualification for?
- Prerequisites to take this Course
- Method of Assessment
- Certification
- Prospective Careers
The Agile Project Management Foundation course is accredited by APMG International. It is a reputable awarding organisation that accredits a variety of training courses and consultancy services. The organisation has a long history of accrediting organisations worldwide. APMG–accredited organisations are known for their high value and commitment to offering outstanding services and courses.
The Agile Project Management Foundation course was introduced in 2010 and over hundred and eighty-five thousand learners have followed it, globally. It is one of the most popular and highly regarded project management courses in the industry.
Gerry Steinhauer is a seasoned NLP Master Practitioner and Registered Practitioner of PRINCE2®, PRINCE2® Agile, AgilePM, MSP, and Agile Coach for Scrum, and DevOps. He has 15+ years of experience as a professional instructor and 40+ years of experience in IT and project management across various organisations. Currently, he is the director and founder of Xplain Training.
He has worked as a freelance consultant from 1986 to 2014, and held positions as a developer and project manager at the European Patent Office, Wang, BT, Hitachi, AMD, Thames Water, Reuters, and RBS. His expertise includes Project Management Training, Agile Development Training, Project, NLP Block Busting, Programme and Portfolio Management Support and Mentoring, and Business and Personal Life Breakthrough Coaching.
- Apply the philosophy of Agile project management to a particular project
- Appropriately plan and configure the project lifecycle in a real-world scenario
- Explore and identify the most popular Agile strategies for PM and apply them in any project situation such as MoSCoW prioritisation or iterative development
- Assigns roles and responsibilities within an organisation to manage Agile projects
- Learn more about the underlying Agile project management governance mechanisms
- Learn to test, measure, and estimate the progress of an Agile business project
The foundation level of the AgilePM® is for:
- Currently Practising project managers
- Agile teams aiming for a project manager role
- People interested in pursuing the AgilePM® Foundation course
- Learners must be over 19 years old
- Knowledge of basic English and ICT is required
You will have to take an online assessment in the form of a multiple-choice exam. The exam will be closed book.
- 50 questions per paper
- 25 marks required to pass (out of 50 available) - 50%
- 40 minutes duration
- You can follow the exam in five different languages
- The exam can be scheduled at your convenience and will be conducted via an online proctoring system
Upon the successful completion of the course and the exam, you will be awarded a much-in-demand AgilePM® Foundation Certification.
Here are some career prospects you can explore, along with the average UK salary per annum (approximately) according to Glassdoor.
- Project Management Consultant £85,000
- Agile Coach £81,000
- Product Owner £77,000
- Project Manager £70,000
- Scrum Master £66,000
- Team Manager £45,000
- Project Coordinator £41,000
Course Curriculum Download Brochure
| Introduction | |||
| Introduction | FREE | 00:06:00 | |
| Lecture Notes – Introduction | |||
| Exam Introduction | |||
| AgilePM® Foundation – Exam Introduction | FREE | 00:03:00 | |
| Module 1 - Choosing an Appropriate Agile Approach | |||
| Unit 1.1 – What is Agile? Choosing an Appropriate Agile Approach | FREE | 00:17:00 | |
| Lecture Notes – What is Agile? Choosing an Appropriate Agile Approach | |||
| Module 2 - Philosophy, Principles and Project Variables | |||
| Unit 2.1 – Philosophy, Principles and Project Variables | 00:31:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Philosophy, Principles and Project Variables | |||
| Module 3 - Preparing for Success | |||
| Unit 3.1 – Preparing for Success | 00:09:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Preparing for Success | |||
| Module 4 - The DSDM Process | |||
| Unit 4.1 – The DSDM Process | 00:17:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – The DSDM Process | |||
| Module 5 - The People – DSDM Roles and Responsibilities | |||
| Unit 5.1 – The People – DSDM Roles and Responsibilities | 00:24:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – The People – DSDM Roles and Responsibilities | |||
| Module 6 - The DSDM Products | |||
| Unit 6.1 – The DSDM Products | 00:14:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – The DSDM Products | |||
| Module 7 - Key Practices - Prioritisation and Timeboxing | |||
| Unit 7.1 – Key Practices – Prioritisation and Timeboxing | 00:19:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Key Practices – Prioritisation and Timeboxing | |||
| Module 8 - Planning and Control throughout the Lifecycle | |||
| Unit 8.1 – Planning and Control throughout the Lifecycle | 00:18:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Planning and Control throughout the Lifecycle | |||
| Module 9 - Other Practices | |||
| Unit 9.1 – Other Practices: Facilitated Workshops, Modelling, and Iterative Development | 00:13:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – Other practices: Facilitated Workshops, Modelling, and Iterative Development | |||
| Foundation Conclusion | |||
| AgilePM® Foundation Conclusion | 00:01:00 | ||
| Lecture Notes – AgilePM® Foundation Conclusion | |||
| Exam Preparation | |||
| AgilePM® Foundation – Sample Paper | 00:29:00 | ||
| Exam Instruction | |||
| Mock Exam | 00:40:00 | ||
| Additional Practice Materials | |||
| Additional Practice Materials | |||
| Official Exam Booking | |||
| AgilePM® Exam Booking | |||
FAQ's
A. Agile Project Management Foundation is a framework that emphasises flexibility, collaboration, and iterative development to deliver projects more efficiently. It focuses on adapting to change, continuous improvement, and delivering customer value.
A. Traditional project management follows a sequential, linear approach, while Agile Project Management Foundation embraces an iterative and incremental approach. Agile promotes allows for greater flexibility and faster delivery.
A. The core principles include customer collaboration, iterative and incremental development, self-organising teams, and continuous improvement.
A. Some popular Agile Project Management methodologies include Scrum, Kanban, Lean, Extreme Programming (XP), and Dynamic Systems Development Method (DSDM). Each methodology has its own specific practices and principles.
A. Agile Project Management acknowledges that requirements can change over time. It uses techniques to refine and adapt requirements throughout the project.
A. Common roles in Agile Project Management Foundation include the product owner who represents the customer and defines project requirements, the scrum master, who facilitates the team’s progress, and the development team responsible for project delivery.
A. AgilePM promotes transparency through visual tools like Kanban boards or task boards, daily meetings, and regular progress reviews.
A. There are several benefits including increased customer satisfaction, faster delivery cycles, improved quality through continuous feedback, better team collaboration, and adaptability to changing requirements.
A. This certification requires completing a training course and passing an exam.
A. Agile Project Management Foundation is versatile and can be applied to various types of projects such as software development, product development, marketing campaigns, and even non-IT projects.
Sam Williamson
I recommend this course to aspiring agile practitioners.
Chris Matthews
The exam had its challenges, but I passed it on the first attempt.
Shay Kaur
This training has been highly beneficial to me in my career progression.
Ashton Mccarthy
A great course, i am very grateful for the tutor who designed this course. Strongly recommended.
Silver Hussain
A great course to build your skills.