PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner

Extending the PRINCE2® metodology with Agile

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Agile is a methodology that relies on iterative development such that the needs and solutions emerge from collaborations between self-dependent teams. Agile endorses a disciplined approach to project management. The Agile approach believes in best practices that help in rapid development while meeting the organisation’s goals as well.

PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner is an endeavour to bring together the advantages of both Agile as well as the PRINCE2®  methodology. The delegates will get the advantage of using both these technologies in a single go. Also, the Agile methodology can be used in any industry. Being an extension of the PRINCE2® methodology, PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner provides knowledge of agile frameworks, concepts and behaviours that are applicable to an organisation's projects. Various approaches such as the Scrum and Kanban can be used as a part of the PRINCE2® Agile methodology. PRINCE2® Agile has six characteristics that help deliver the projects on time and within the estimated budget of the organisation.

  • Now with PRINCE2® 2017 Update

  • Apply suitable Agile method to be used with PRINCE2® Agile

  • Effectively customise PRINCE2® processes to meet the needs of the project

  • Understand in-depth all the main Agile concepts and blend them with PRINCE2® methodology

  • Combine Agile and PRINCE2® methodologies to earn a double advantage

WHAT'S INCLUDED ?

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Tutor Support

A dedicated tutor will be at your disposal throughout the training to guide you through any issues.

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Key Learning Points

Clear and concise objectives to guide delegates through the course.

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Exam Prepration Tips

It helps in preparation for the exam so that they can score well.

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Exam(s) included

Exams are provided, as part of the course. Obtaining certification is dependant on passing these exams

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Certification

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PREREQUISITES

For enrolling into the PRINCE2® Agile examination, the delegates must hold any one of the below certifications:

  • PRINCE2 Foundation
  • Certified Associate in Project Management® (CAPM)
  • Project Management Professional® (PMP)
  • PRINCE2 Practitioner
  • Levels of IPMA® (A, B, C and D - Certified Projects Director)

 

TARGET AUDIENCE

PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner course is recommended for:

  • Delegates who already have experience of Agile and now want to adopt PRINCE2®
  • PRINCE2 Practitioners
  • Agile Project Managers
  • Scrum Masters
  • Project Office Managers
  • Project Leaders
  • Team Managers
  • Agile Support
  • Agile Facilitators
  • DSDM Coaches

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

  • To use Agilometer for efficient decision-making
  • To customize PRINCE2® principles, processes and themes
  • Understanding of Agile framework along with PRINCE2® techniques
  • Understand basic concepts of working on agile methods
  • Understanding of the fundamental concepts of frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, Lean Startup and other techniques of agile
  • Recognise which agile methodology is suitable to use along with PRINCE2® Agile
  • Understand benefits of combining Agile and PRINCE2®

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Agile, even the name suggests, is for those organisations who are actively thinking of the future in terms of time and money. PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner qualification helps the delegates apply PRINCE2® concepts to their projects in real-time situations. Being two very strong methodologies for project management, their coming together signifies an even better approach being handled out to the delegates. While PRINCE2® focuses on providing better project management skills, the Agile technology helps in delivering projects on time as per the clients' requests. MSP Training offers PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner course to help delegates learn to combine PRINCE2® and Agile framework for better control and efficient management of the projects.

Examination

PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner exam has the following format:

 It is an objective type and open book exam having 50 questions in all. Each question carries 1 mark each. The delegates are required to score 60% or 30 marks to clear the certification exam. The Duration of this exam is 150 minutes with no additional time being provided for reading the questions.


PROGRAM CONTENT

  • Introduction to Agile
    • Basic concepts of agile ways of working
    • History of Agile
    • Benefits of Agile
    • Understand the difference between projects and Business As Usual
    • Why Agile was developed
    • Where to use agile approaches
    • Different agile maturity levels
    • Popular Agile frameworks
    • Techniques and behaviours of agile
    • Define PRINCE2® agile
    • Define kanban
      • Kanban method
      • Six general practices
      • Use of CFD’s (Cumulative Flow Diagram)
    • Core concepts of Lean Startup
    • How to shift to agile
    • Explain Scrum theory
    • Nature of scrum team
    • Scrum events
    • Scrum sprints and artefacts
  • Motive and context for merging PRINCE2® with Agile
    • Understand advantages PRINCE2® and Agile ways
    • Who can get benefit from using PRINCE2® agile
    • Understand eight guidance points
    • PRINCE2® governance and controls
    • PRINCE2® project journey
  • Motive and use of Agilometer throughout the project
    • Six sliders on Agilometer
    • Importance of Agilometer
    • Ways to improve Agilometer sliders
    • Requirements prioritisation in Agilometer
    • Rich communication focus area
    • Benefits of frequent releases
    • Benefits of failing fast
  • Understand fix and flex six aspects of projects 
    • Use hexagon for six aspects of project performance
    • Learn what to ‘fix’ and ‘flex’ about six aspects of project performance
    • Why ‘fix and flex’ approach is right
  • Adapt PRINCE2® themes, processes, principles and management products to project in agile
    • PRINCE2® Agile behaviours
    • Transparency
    • Collaboration
    • Self-organization
    • Rich communication
    • Exploration
    • Use specialist roles
    • Organisation of project team
    • Typical delivery team makeup
    • Understand servant leadership
    • Use and importance
    • Understand working agreements
    • Define testing
    • Quality checking
    • Approaches to planning
    • Common feedback loops
  • PRINCE2® monitoring techniques
    • Bum charts
    • Information radiators
    • How to direct project stage
    • Benefits of working collaboratively
    • Managing a stage and controlling stage boundary
    • Managing product delivery (scrum and kanban)
    • How to effectively close project
    • Guidance on use of contracts
    • Tips to become PRINCE2® Agile Project Manager

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ABOUT Dublin

Dublin lies on the eastern shore of Ireland. It is the largest and capital city of Ireland. The town has a populace of 1,173,179. As of 2016, the population of Greater Dublin was 1,904,806. By following the Norman Invasion, the Kingdom of Dublin become the principal city of Ireland. The city grew rapidly during the 17th century.

Before the Acts of Union, it was the second largest city in the British Empire. Dublin turns out to be the capital of Ireland by following the division of Ireland. Globalisation and World Cities Research Network reported Dublin as a global city. The city got the rank of “Alpha”. This places the city in top thirty cities across the world. This city is the significant and modern centre for arts, education, economy, administration and industry.

Climate

Dublin has an oceanic climate like that of northwestern Europe. It has awesome weather with cool summers and mild winters. The city doesn’t have temperature extremes as compared to other cities. The maximum temperature in January is approx. 8.8 °C and the maximum temperature in the month of July is approx. 20.2 °C.

The months with higher temperatures are May and June. October is considered as the wettest month with 76mm of rain. The amount of rainfall is even throughout the year in Dublin. It is the driest place in the Ireland as it is located in sheltered of the east coast. Half of the rain from the west coast reaches there making it the dry place to live in.

Places of Interest

Landmarks

The ancient monuments and landmarks were constructed in the city dates back hundreds of years. Dublin Castle is one of the oldest monument in the city. In 1204, the city was first established as the major defensive work. It was founded on the order of King John which was further named as Norman invasion of Ireland.

The spire of Dublin is one of the newest monuments in the city which is known as “Monument of Light”.  This replaces Nelson’s Pillar and is aimed to take Dublin’s place in the 21st century. Ian Ritchie Architects designed the architecture of spire. The testimonial has a base of lit, and the top is illuminated for providing a guiding light in the night. Other landmarks include Christ Church Cathedral, Molly Malone statue, The Custom House, Poolbeg Towers and much more.

Parks

Dublin is a green city. It has many green parks around it. It manages approximately 1,500 hectares of parks. Some of the public parks are Herbert Park, Phoenix Park and St Stephen’s Green. The Phoenix Park is approximately 3 km away from the west of the city centre. Because of its huge dimensions, it is one of the largest walled parks in the Europe. St Stephen’s Green Park is near the famous shopping street Known as Grafton Street.

Economy

The city is the economic centre of the Ireland as it is the economic development throughout the period of Celtic Tiger. Also, it is listed on number 10th as richest by personal income. Some of them are textile manufacturing, brewing, and food processing and distilling.

With the improvement in the economy, pharmaceutical, information and communication technology businesses come to the city from all around the world. With the establishment of International Financial Services Centre in the city, the financial services play a crucial part in the city. Dublin is the host of half of top 50 banks and top 20 insurance companies in the world.