APMG-International AgilePM® (Agile Project Management) Foundation Training Virtual

By the end of this course you should understand the key principles and terminology within the Agile Management Foundation guidance. Specifically:

• The underpinning philosophy and principles of Agile
• The lifecycle of an Agile project, including alternative configurations
• The products produced during an Agile project and their purpose
• The techniques used and their benefits and limitations
• The roles and responsibilities within an Agile project.

• What is Agile? And why use DSDM?
• Philosophy, Principles and Project Variables 
• Preparing for success
• The DSDM Process
• The People – DSDM Roles and Responsibilities
• The DSDM products
• Key Practices - Prioritisation and Timeboxing
• Planning and Control throughout the Lifecycle
• Other practices

This is an intensive two-day course that includes:

• All accompanying course material
• The AgilePM handbook
• The cost of the AgilePM Foundation examination (must be taken online via remote proctor within 12 months of purchase)

Optional extras:

• Pass Protect exam insurance - A cost effective solution, providing insurance and peace of mind if things don’t go to plan with your first exam attempt. For more information and terms and conditions click here
• AgilePM Foundation exam simulator: Unlock exam success with our exam simulator! Conquer tests confidently with randomized multiple-choice practice questions and instant feedback. Enjoy unlimited access for 12 months from point of purchase.

HOW YOU TAKE YOUR EXAM

The Foundation exam is taken online via remote proctor. Two weeks prior to course commencement ILX will arrange for an exam voucher to be issued. You then have a choice you can either:

• Book a suitable time after your virtual classroom event has finished to undertake your exam

OR

• We currently allocate exam time within the virtual classroom event. So that you can book directly, we will advise you of recommended exam timings as part of the candidate guidance — this is issued three weeks prior to course commencement

Note: You are responsible for booking your own exam.

Exam format

Foundation examination

• Multiple choice format
• 50 questions per paper
• 25 marks required to pass (out of 50 available) - 50%
• 40 minutes duration
• Closed book

With a clear, concise and detailed perspective on project productivity, the Agile PM certification is useful to all candidates and competency levels ranging from highly experienced project managers to those new to the industry.

There are no formal pre-requisites for undertaking the Foundation exam.

Pre-course

There is mandatory online pre-course work that must be completed prior to attending this course. It is expected that this pre-course will take approximate 8-10 hours to complete.You will be sent full instructions with a link to the online pre-course within 48 hours of your confirmed booking.

In addition, you will also be required to complete some evening work during the virtual classroom event.