Agile Methodology
Offered By: Rolls Royce via edX
Course Description
Overview
In this course you’ll learn about the Agile mindset, methodologies, principles and practices. It is designed by expert practitioners and offers you the foundations of Agile as well as ways of applying that in practice.
As a learner you will follow two characters, Roman and Maria, on their journey to becoming Agile Pioneers and Champions and bear witness to their challenges, frustrations and successes. Your journey will cover everything from the basics of Agile to detailed application of the methods. An emphasis is placed on how Agile can be practically used with different teams in a range of industry settings.
You’ll be introduced to concepts and content by means of videos, interviews, interactive games and stories. Moderators in the forums will facilitate peer-to-peer discussions to enhance your shared learning. You can test your own understanding with multiple choice questions at the end of each week.
In addition, if you opt for the verified track, you will get an accredited certificate and access genuine Rolls-Royce resources.
Syllabus
Chapter 1 – Agile Readiness
- Agile Mindset Bootcamp
- Agile Estimation Guide
- Agile Team Readiness
- Doing Agile vs. Being Agile
- Agile Leadership
Chapter 2 – Agile Methodology
- Agile Project Management
- Advantages of Agile Project Management
- 12 Principles and 4 Values of Agile
- Agile Team Structure
- Differences between Agile Management Processes
- Agile Project Management Roadblocks
Chapter 3 – Agile Frameworks
- Scrum Framework
- First Sprint Planning Guide
- Importance & Types of Retrospective
- Kanban in Brief
- Kanban vs. Scrum
- Intro to Scrumban
Chapter 4 – Scrum Master Training
- Scrum Master as a Coach
- Scrum Master as a Servant Leader
- Scrum Master Part Time
- Agile Scrum Scenarios
Chapter 5 – Agile Risk & Transformation
- Dependency Management: Pros & Cons
- Adopt Agile Methodology for Improved Delivery
- Managing Risk within Scrum
- Stages of the Agile Transformation Journey
Chapter 6 – Product Owner Training
- The Role of the Product Owner Parts 1-5
Taught by
Shalakya Gnanasekar and Pradhumn Tripathi
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