Agile & Scrum Crash Course: Agile Project Management w/Jira

Master Agile & Scrum Project Management: Boost Your Skills, Dive Deep into Agile Mindset, Scrum Framework, and Jira!

Created by: GenZed Learning
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What Will I Learn?

• Understand & Apply Agile Principles and Values: Learn the foundation of Agile methodologies & how they promote customer-centric approaches to project management
• Master the Scrum framework: Gain a deep understanding of Scrum roles, events, artifacts, and processes, and learn how to effectively apply Scrum in your project
• Plan & Execute successful Sprints: Develop the skills to plan, prioritize, and execute high-quality work in short, focused iterations
• Effectively Manage Agile Projects Using Jira: Become proficient in using Jira, a powerful project management tool, to plan, track, and manage Agile projects
• Enhance Collaboration & Communication: Learn techniques to foster open communication, transparency, & collaboration within cross-functional teams
• Agile Estimation & Forecasting: Learn to predict timelines, allocate resources, and manage risks using effective Agile methods
• Effective Agile Retrospectives: Drive continuous improvement, enhance team performance, and achieve project success through insightful retrospectives
• Measure and report project progress: Gain the skills to accurately measure and report project progress using Agile metrics and reporting tools in Jira
• Align Agile Projects with Business Objectives: Maximize value delivery to customers & stakeholders by strategically aligning projects with organizational goals
• Agile Transformation Kickstart: Equip yourself to embrace an Agile mindset, master the tools for successful transition, from team members to leaders

Requirements

• No experience is necessary - this course will teach you Agile concepts from the ground up!

Target audience

• Students and Aspiring Professionals: Individuals interested in learning about Agile and Scrum as part of their academic studies or to prepare for a future career in project management, product development, or a related field.
• Project Managers: Professionals responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects, looking to enhance their skills and adopt Agile methodologies for improved project delivery.
• Product Owners: Individuals responsible for defining and prioritizing product features, who wish to better understand and implement Agile principles to maximize value for their customers.
• Scrum Masters: Facilitators of Scrum teams seeking to deepen their understanding of the Scrum framework and enhance their ability to guide teams towards higher efficiency and effectiveness.
• Team Members: Developers, designers, testers, and other professionals working in cross-functional Agile teams who want to improve their understanding of the Agile mindset and Scrum processes for better collaboration and project outcomes.
• Business Analysts: Professionals responsible for gathering and analyzing requirements, who wish to learn Agile techniques to better align their work with the needs of the organization and its customers.
• Quality Assurance Professionals: QA team members and managers looking to incorporate Agile principles into their testing processes and improve collaboration with development teams.
• Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders: Individuals leading their own businesses or startups, who wish to adopt Agile methodologies to ensure their ventures are responsive, adaptable, and customer-focused.
• Career Changers: Professionals considering a transition into project management or Agile-related roles and want to acquire a solid foundation in Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.