• Payment Options:
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• Inlcudes:
• Exam Fee: Yes
• Labs: Yes
• Test Prep: Yes
• Mentor Support: Yes

Subscription Plan: This plan provides not only access to our extensive course catalog but also dedicated mentorship for content mastery and effective career planning. Please note, course completion is required before starting a new one, ensuring a solid grasp of material. The plan requires an initial R2,500 deposit, reflecting our commitment to quality education. You may cancel anytime with a month's notice. Start your learning journey today!

Self-paced: Unlock your learning potential with our one-time payment option. This plan offers you access to comprehensive training manuals and supplemental materials for a period of up to 12 months, empowering you to learn at your own pace. While this option does not include mentor support, our dedicated career advisors remain readily available to guide you. Make a single investment to revolutionize your learning experience and open doors to new possibilities.

Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)

Prepare yourself for the PMI ACP certification exam by enrolling in the PMI-ACP course and lab. This comprehensive training program is designed to mimic real-world scenarios, covering hardware, software, and command-line interface environments. It seamlessly complements any textbook, course, or training material.

The PMI ACP course and lab are carefully crafted to align with the PMI ACP exam objectives. Throughout the program, you will gain a deep understanding of various crucial topics, including adaptive planning, team performance, value-driven delivery, stakeholder engagement, agile principles, mindset, problem detection and resolution, and more.

Earning the PMI ACP certification holds immense value across diverse industries today. As a globally recognized credential, it highlights your expertise in project management and your ability to navigate the challenges of project delivery within tight budgetary and other constraints. By becoming PMI ACP certified, you can enhance your capabilities as a project manager, opening up new opportunities for career growth and success.

Course Objectives:

• 1: Agile Foundations

  • History and the Agile Manifesto

• 2: Scrum and eXtreme Programming (XP)

  • What Is Scrum?
  • The Scrum Team
  • Scrum Artifacts
  • Scrum Events
  • The Daily Scrum
  • The Sprint Review
  • The Sprint Retrospective
  • eXtreme Programming (XP) Overview
  • Core Practices of XP

• 3: Key Aspects of Additional Agile Methodologies

  • Dynamic Systems Development Method
  • Kanban
  • What Is Lean Product/Software Development?
  • Feature-Driven Development
  • Crystal Methods
  • Adaptive Software Development (ASD)
  • Creating a Successful Mindset

• 4: Agile Initiation and Stakeholder Engagement

  • Charters and Agile Projects
  • Determining Return on Investment
  • Techniques of Pre-Project Engagement
  • The Definition of Done
  • Agile Knowledge Sharing and Communication

• 5: The Human Side of Agile Project Management

  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Adaptive Leadership

• 6: The Human Side of Agile Project Management

  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Conflict ResolutionTarget Audience:
  • Adaptive Leadership

• 7: Agile Estimation and Planning

  • Iteration Zero
  • Analyzing Based on Business Value
  • Timeboxing
  • Themes, Epics, and User Stories
  • Backlog Refinement
  • Story Mapping
  • Relative Sizing
  • Planning Poker
  • Planning Poker Best Practices
  • Initial Velocity
  • Iteration/Sprint Calculations
  • Story Point Estimates and Spikes

• 8: Agile Estimation and Planning

  • Iteration Zero
  • Analyzing Based on Business Value
  • Timeboxing
  • Themes, Epics, and User Stories
  • Backlog Refinement
  • Story Mapping
  • Relative Sizing
  • Planning Poker
  • Planning Poker Best Practices
  • Initial Velocity
  • Iteration/Sprint Calculations
  • Story Point Estimates and Spikes

• 9: Effective Team Performance on Agile Projects

  • Tuckman’s Ladder
  • Shu Ha Ri and Skill Mastery
  • Dreyfus Model: Five Stages of Skill Acquisition
  • Collaborative Working Environments
  • Distributed Teams
  • Osmotic Communication
  • Team and Individual Coaching
  • Velocity Tracking
  • Burn Down and Burn Up Charts

• 10: Agile Execution and Tracking of Iterations

  • Return on Investment and Benefit Measurement Methods
  • Earned Value Analysis
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • The Triple Constraints
  • The Gulf of Misunderstanding
  • Dot Voting, or Multi-Voting
  • MoSCoW
  • Monopoly Money
  • 100 Points
  • Kano Analysis
  • Customized Procurement

• 11: Detecting Problems and Working Through Changes

  • The Cost of Changes
  • Determining Defects
  • Risk Management

• 12: Tailoring, Quality Management, and Improving Project Processes

  • Tailoring
  • Tailoring and the PMBOK® Guide
  • Lead Time and Cycle Time
  • Process Improvement
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Continuous Product Improvement

Target Audience:

The Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) training is tailored for a diverse audience within the realm of project management. This includes project managers seeking to integrate Agile methodologies into their practices, product owners and managers responsible for feature prioritization, Scrum masters overseeing Agile processes, team members actively engaged in Agile projects, business analysts translating requirements into actionable tasks, quality assurance and testing professionals within Agile projects, stakeholders and executives invested in project success, Agile coaches and consultants guiding organizations in Agile adoption, and even individuals keen on understanding and applying Agile principles, provided they have some prior exposure to Agile practices. The PMI-ACP certification is structured to enhance existing knowledge and experience, making it imperative for participants to have a foundational understanding of Agile methodologies.

Benefits and Beyond:

The benefits of obtaining the Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certification extend far beyond a mere credential. It signifies a deep understanding and proficiency in Agile methodologies, equipping professionals with valuable skills applicable across diverse industries. PMI-ACP fosters adaptability and responsiveness to changing project dynamics, enhancing the ability to deliver value promptly. This certification also promotes collaboration, communication, and transparency within teams, crucial elements for project success. Additionally, PMI-ACP holders are often sought after by organizations aiming to adopt or optimize Agile practices, offering increased career opportunities and potential for higher earning potential. Beyond personal and professional development, PMI-ACP contributes to organizational growth by fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency, ultimately leading to higher-quality project outcomes and satisfied stakeholders.

Prerequisites:

For those obtaining the Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) include having a secondary degree (such as a high school diploma or associate's degree) with a minimum of 21 contact hours of training in Agile practices, or a higher degree (like a bachelor's degree) with a minimum of 12 months of general project management experience within the last five years, as well as at least 8 months of Agile project management experience within the last three years. Additionally, candidates must demonstrate a minimum of 2,000 hours of work experience on project teams, earned within the last five years, with a portion of this experience focused on Agile methodologies or working on Agile project teams. Keep in mind that these requirements are based on information available up until September 2021, and PMI may have updated their prerequisites after this date, so it's advisable to check the official PMI website or contact PMI directly for the most current information,  Jumping Bean Training Center offers a game-changing PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) training that equips you with essential skills to excel in the fast-paced world of Agile project management. With our self-paced, mentor-led program, you'll master Agile methodologies and gain confidence in handling dynamic projects. Earn the prestigious PMI-ACP Certification and unlock new career opportunities across industries. Embrace the future of Agile and join us at Jumping Bean to elevate your project management expertise and make a significant impact in today's evolving professional landscape. Enroll now and take the leap towards a successful Agile career.