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Introduction to Agile

An introductory course for learners to become familiar with the methodologies, principles and critical concepts of agile.

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Course Overview

This introductory-level course explores the methodologies and practices of Agile development and explains the key concepts and principles that form the foundation of Agile project management. Introduction to Agile is self-paced and contains vocabulary games, flashcards, and interactive exercises to supplement and enhance your understanding of Agile concepts as well as video segments from Agile experts to help you become a more proficient Agile practitioner.


The concepts in this training course also are included in our Agile Certified Practitioner Exam Prep course as that course's introductory modules, which gives additional material to prepare students for the Project Management Institute's Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) Exam.


Course Format

This self-paced course offers a dynamic and engaging learning experience, combining interactive elements such as games, flashcards, video content, real-world case studies, and curated readings. Participants have the flexibility to progress at their own pace, while interactive games and quizzes reinforce key concepts and track progress. Flashcards, expert-led videos, real-world case studies, and carefully curated readings deepen knowledge.

This course is part of the Agile Project Management program.

Price

$750

Course Details

Units 1.0 CEUs / 10 PDUs

Location Online Courses

Course Type Self-Paced

Next Available Course

Classes Start Available Anytime

What You’ll Learn

After successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define Agile development and differentiate it from traditional waterfall practices

  • Identify the similarities and differences among several Agile methodologies

  • Describe the stages of the Agile development cycle and identify the factors that promote project success

  • Understand the nuances of leading and working with Agile teams

  • Apply best practices from organizations that have successfully incorporated Agile methodologies into their business activities

Your Instructor

Laszlo
Retfalvi

P.Eng., PMP, PMI-RMP

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<p dir="ltr">Laszlo is a results-driven leader with extensive private and public industry experience in delivering complex IT/IM enabled products, systems, and services. Laszlo is General Manager of Retfalvi and Associates and author of &ldquo;The Power of Project Management Leadership: Your Guide on How to Achieve Outstanding Results&rdquo;.</p>
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<p dir="ltr">Laszlo is past Vice President of the Program and Risk Management Office at Allen Vanguard Corporation. Laszlo has held the position of Director Enterprise Excellence at Lockheed Martin Canada RMS, a division of Lockheed Martin Corporation. Prior to this, Laszlo held a number of senior and executive positions at General Dynamics Canada, a division of General Dynamics Corporation. Previously, Laszlo was with the Irving Group of Companies and SED Systems.</p>
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<p dir="ltr">Laszlo is a frequent industry speaker at both national and international conferences/webcasts and has published over 70 papers in the areas of risk, talent, and leadership. Laszlo is the developer of the Project Management Leadership Model&copy;, a framework to develop personal and organizational project management leadership excellence.</p>
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