Syllabus
An Introduction to this AgilePM Foundation Course
Learning Objectives
This module provides an introduction to the course, along with a course guide.
Foundation Module 1: What is Agile Project Management?
Learning Objectives
This module describes Agile, along with the Dynamic Systems Development Method (DSDM) and its philosophy.
Foundation Module 2: The DSDM Principles
Learning Objectives
This module provides students with an overview of the eight principles of DSDM.
Foundation Module 3: The DSDM Roles and Responsibilities
Learning Objectives
This module describes each role found within DSDM at project level, solution development level, or in supporting roles.
Foundation Module 4: The DSDM Products
Learning Objectives
This module describes the 14 products used within the DSDM approach.
Foundation Module 5: The DSDM Process
Learning Objectives
This module describes the different phases within a standard DSDM project.
Foundation Module 6: Planning and Control
Learning Objectives
This module looks at how to plan projects as effectively as possible.
Foundation Module 7: MoSCoW Prioritization and Timeboxing
Learning Objectives
This module examines two of the most essential elements of AgilePM: MoSCoW Prioritization and Timeboxing.
Practice Exam Simulators
Learning Objectives
This module features two AgilePM Foundation mock exams. One is provided by APMG, while the other comes from the online training team at Good e-Learning. Students are encouraged to fully familiarize themselves with all Foundation modules before attempting a practice exam.
An Introduction to this AgilePM Practitioner Course
Learning Objectives
This module offers students an introduction to the course, as well as a course guide.
Practitioner Module 1: What is Agile Project Management? (Recap & Quiz)
Learning Objectives
This module begins with a quiz on the content covered at the foundation level. It then provides students with an introduction to the interactive case study that will be used throughout the course.
Practitioner Module 2: The DSDM principles (Recap & Quiz)
Learning Objectives
This module opens with a quiz on the content covered at the foundation level. It then uses the interactive case study to show how to apply the principles of DSDM.
Practitioner Module 3: The DSDM Roles and Responsibilities (Recap & Quiz)
Learning Objectives
This module opens with a quiz on the content covered at the foundation level. It then uses the interactive case study to demonstrate how to identify whether each DSDM role has been correctly applied to a project.
Practitioner Module 4: Communicating for Success
Learning Objectives
This module describes the biggest communication challenges typically found within a project, as well as several potential solutions. It then uses the interactive case study to show how to study, identify, and solve communication issues.
Practitioner Module 5: The DSDM Products (Recap & Quiz)
Learning Objectives
This module opens with a quiz on the content covered at the foundation level. It then uses the interactive case study to demonstrate how to apply DSDM products to a project.
Practitioner Module 6: The DSDM Process (Recap & Quiz)
Learning Objectives
This module opens with a quiz on the content covered at the foundation level. It then uses the interactive case study to show how to apply the DSDM process to a project.
Practitioner Module 7: Planning and Control (Recap & Quiz)
Learning Objectives
This module opens with a quiz on the content covered at the foundation level. It then uses the interactive case study to demonstrate how to plan and manage a project.
Practitioner Module 8: MoSCoW Prioritization and Timeboxing (Recap & Quiz)
Learning Objectives
This module opens with a quiz on the content covered at the foundation level. It then takes a look at how MoSCoW Prioritization and Timeboxing can be effectively combined using the interactive case study.
Practitioner Module 9: Requirements, User Stories, and Estimation
Learning Objectives
This module describes requirements and user stories, along with estimation techniques. It then uses the interactive case study to demonstrate how to utilize requirements, user stories, and estimation in practice.
Practitioner Module 10: Managing the Project
Learning Objectives
This module begins by describing risk and quality management techniques. It then uses the interactive case study to demonstrate how to apply them in practice.
Next, the module offers input on how to use the Project Approach Questionnaire to tailor products. It then uses the interactive case study to show this in action.
Practice Exam Simulators
This course is designed to fully prepare students to sit the Agile Project Management Foundation and Practitioner exams in quick succession.
This course comes with FREE exam vouchers and is eligible for exam pledge (a free resit on us!) - That's how confident we are that you'll pass the first time!
Before booking your exam, it will be a good idea to make sure that your device meets the technical requirements. You can do so via this online test. This test will examine the suitability of your webcam, microphone, and internet connection. AgilePM exams are invigilated by ProctorU on behalf of APMG International.
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AgilePM Foundation exam:
- This is a multiple choice exam consisting of 50 questions
- There is a time limit of 40 minutes to complete the exam
- The exam is closed book, with only the provided materials being permitted for use
- The pass mark for the exam is 50%: you must get 25 out of 50 questions correct
AgilePM Practitioner exam:
- Scenario-based objective testing
- 80 multiple-choice questions based on a full project scenario provided on the first page
- There is a time limit of 2 hours and 40 minutes to complete the exam (160 minutes)
- Questions are divided into four sections, with 20 questions per section
- Each section adds to the events of the original scenario
- The exam is open-book
- The pass mark for the exam is 50%: you must get 40 out of 80 questions correct
FAQs
What is APMG AgilePM?
'APMG AgilePM (Agile Project Management)' is a framework built around Agile, one of the world's most popular project management methodologies. It offers insight into how Agile best-practices can be successfully used and adapted to projects of various sizes and characteristics in different industries and sectors.
How does AgilePM work?
Agile Project Management is based on both Agile and the Dynamics Systems Development Method (DSDM). It encourages flexibility, adaptability, and iterative management, prioritizing successive gains that help justify projects and keep stakeholders happy.
How can AgilePM benefit businesses?
AgilePM follows demonstrably effective best-practices. It encourages flexibility and adaptability by avoiding stringent plans and instead focusing on short term gains and self-organization for different roles.
The framework also offers repeatable insight that businesses can continue to utilize and adapt in future projects.
Who can use AgilePM?
AgilePM can be studied and utilized by anyone looking to make project management a part of their career. The best-practices it offers are also general enough to be applied to virtually any organization regardless of industry, size, sector, or location
How valuable is AgilePM training?
According to Payscale, an Agile project manager can earn between $55,000 and over $172,000 (or £21,000 and over £118,000). Each candidate's exact salary will depend on their position, experience, industry, and so on.
Why is Agile project management so popular?
Agile as a concept has inspired a number of project management methodologies, including Lean, PRINCE2 Agile, and DSDM. At its heart, Agile offers a number of essential benefits, including increased flexibility, streamlined collaboration, the ability for teams to learn from each and every project, and improved stakeholder management.
With a focus on iterative targets, Agile can also enable organizations to enjoy the benefits of projects earlier on.
What is the APMG?
APMG (APM Group) International is an examination and accreditation body that oversees various certification schemes, including AgilePM.
What do I need to know about the AgilePM exam?
The APMG International AgilePM Foundation exam is a closed-book exam consisting of 50 multiple-choice questions. Students have 40 minutes to complete the exam and must score at least 50% to pass.
What other frameworks can complement AgilePM?
Agile Project Management is compatible with a number of other popular frameworks, including PRINCE2 and ITIL 4.
