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AgilePM® training and certification overview
The APMG International AgilePM and Swirl Device logo is a trademark of The APM Group Limited. AgilePM® is a registered trademark of Dynamic Systems Development Method Ltd.
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Partnership (since 2010)
AgilePM® based on
DSDM v1 launched in 1995DSDM Atern – 2007DSDM Agile Project Framework - 2014
Always had a focus on full
project lifecycle
DSDM is the longest established Agile approach
AgilePM® - how it came about
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Traditional PM approaches
Early “Agile” approaches such as RAD
focus only on speedquick fixes lack of qualitynarrow focus
Too big, too slowLack of user involvement Not transparent enough
good communicationuser involvementtransparency
Effective controlMore qualityWider perspective
AgilePM® - a robust Agile approach
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Click to edit Master title styleAgilePM® - a robust Agile approach
Traditional PM approaches
Early “Agile” approaches such as RAD
focus only on speedquick fixes lack of qualitynarrow focus
Too big, too slowLack of user involvement Not transparent enough
good communicationuser involvementtransparency
Effective controlMore qualityWider perspective
DSDM
Agile approach Project management focusAgilePM®
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Corporate environmentProject & Programme governance structures
AgilePM®
Other solution delivery focused Agile approaches
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Click to edit Master title styleBenefits of using AgilePM®
• More effective input and direction from the business
• Greater ownership of solution as it evolves• Delivery on time, with quality• Solutions meet real business needs, earlier
benefits through phased deployment• Transition is smoother with more co-operation
Top 3 benefits of agile adoption:
1. Ability to manage changing priorities2. Team productivity3. Project visibility
The 9th Annual State of agile development survey 2013
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1152
2985
5146
10272
2011 2012 2013 2014
Number of AgilePM exams sat
Foundation & Practitioner level
combined
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Click to edit Master title styleGaining the certification
Based on Agile Project Management Handbook
• Defines full content of AgilePM® • Definitive source for all AgilePM exams• Supports training and exams
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• Practitioner levelTests understanding and ability to apply appropriately to a given scenario4 main questions - 80 questions in totalComplex multiple-choice, 2.5 hrs50% to passOpen book
Format of exams – two levels
• Foundation levelTests knowledge and understanding50 questionsMultiple-choice, 40 minutes50% to pass
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Click to edit Master title styleAgilePM® topics covered
Foundation level• Philosophy • Lifecycle
• Roles and responsibilities• Products
• Planning and control
• PracticesMoSCoWTimeboxingIterative developmentFacilitated workshops, Modelling
• Principles
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Foundation level• Philosophy • Lifecycle
• Roles and responsibilities• Products
• Planning and control
• PracticesMoSCoWTimeboxingIterative developmentFacilitated workshops, Modelling
• Principles
Practitioner levelPractical application – PM perspective
AgilePM® topics covered
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Foundation level• Philosophy • Lifecycle
• Roles and responsibilities• Products
• Planning and control
• PracticesMoSCoWTimeboxingIterative developmentFacilitated workshops, Modelling
• Principles
Practitioner levelPractical application – PM perspective
People, teaminteractions
RequirementsUser stories
Risk QualityEstimating
Planning through the lifecycle
Tailoring
Deliver on time
Effective communicationCollaboration
AgilePM® topics covered
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“best business value emerges when projects are aligned to clear business goals, delivery frequently and involve the collaboration of motivated and empowered people”
Philosophy
Mindset and attitude
Iterative and incremental lifecylce Roles and
responsibilities
Optimum results
Being&
Doing
Underlying ethos
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Focus on the business need
Principles
Deliver on time
Collaborate
Never compromise quality
Build incrementally from firm foundations
Develop iteratively
Communicate continuously and clearly
Demonstrate control
Help shape mindset and attitude
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1. Embracing the DSDM approach
Factors instrumental to success
2. Effective Solution Development TeamEmpowerment, stability, skills, size
3. Business Engagement - Active and ongoing
4. Iterative development, Integratedtesting and Incremental delivery
5. Transparency
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• Philosophy statement changed to emphasiseimportance of people
• DSDM process (the lifecycle) simplified• People and communication perspective
strengthened• Detail of each role increased by looking at
responsibilities from PM’s position • Product set changed to emphasise the
evolutionary nature of them• There is a stronger PM focus throughout
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