Managing Projects using Waterfall and Agile Techniques Training Course

Business analysis is the process of investigating, understanding, and defining business needs to develop solutions that meet those needs. It is a crucial element in the organization's change management process and in designing new business solutions. Business analysis aims to ensure that technological, process, or organizational solutions meet business goals and requirements. It is a key element in ensuring the effectiveness of projects and changes in the organization by ensuring that implemented solutions are accurate, feasible, and fully aligned with business requirements.

The "Scrum for Advanced Scrum Masters + PSM II Preparation" training is aimed at experienced Scrum Masters who want to expand their competencies, gain a deeper understanding of how Scrum works, and become true leaders in an agile approach. The course covers interpretation of the Scrum Guide in accordance with Scrum.org's vision, which is crucial in the context of the PSM II exam. Participants gain practical knowledge regarding comprehensiveness, the empirical approach, Scrum values, and the role of the Scrum Master as a leader. Additionally, the course prepares for the PSM II exam, which is based on the latest version of the Scrum Guide.

This course is designed to equip business analysts with the skills needed to excel on Agile projects. Participants will learn how to collaborate effectively with the team, Product Owner, Scrum Master, and customers to streamline the development process. Through a simulated project, participants will practice handling common real-world scenarios.

Who should attend?

This two-day course is designed for IT professionals eager to adopt Iterative Agile and Scrum methodologies for software development management. It is especially beneficial for project managers, team leads, developers, and stakeholders who wish to play an active role in the software development lifecycle.

This course is designed for test managers, quality assurance professionals, testers, software developers, project managers, and management teams to clarify how Agile project management frameworks, particularly SCRUM, integrate testing practices.

Upon completing the course, each participant will design and execute a test plan for a sample application (which may be a real client application, if available).

This 2-day course provides a brief introduction to Agile software testing. It deals with foundational test concepts, within the context of Agile (Scrum) development and uses Crispin & Gregory’s Agile Testing Quadrants model as a framework to explore contemporary principles and practices of Agile testing.

Intended Audience

This course is intended for development teams who want to improve their testing practices in an Agile context.

It is also suitable for those intending to pursue testing as a specific career and is a suitable pre-requisite for the iSQI Certified Agile Tester course.

This instructor-led, live training in South Korea (online or onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate-level professionals who wish to gain a deeper understanding of Scrum and pass the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification exam.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Master the fundamentals and concepts of Scrum.
• Gain core competencies to handle internal and external distractions in project development.
• Master the ins and outs of all Scrum ceremonies.
• Gain proficiency in executing Scrum.
• Take the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Certification Exam with confidence.

JIRA Software is a powerful tool for Project Management, and people tend to focus more on the tool than the method itself.

This instructor-led, live training introduces the participants to the power of Jira and Confluence, working together to serve the only purpose of helping the team to deliver successfully the product / project. The team will learn how to properly use these tools to be more efficient handling User Requirements, Testing, Communication, centralized in one place.

Will be studied JIRA projects, Confluence spaces, workflows, boards (Kanban & Scrum), planning and dependencies, Jira/Confluence linkage, reporting, important fields and custom fields, issue types, screen & filtering.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create a Scrum or Kanban project
• Configure Jira to manage the project properly
• Manage issues effectively
• Build the necessary screen to handle issue types
• Create workflows and boards, and understand their interaction
• Perform basic and advanced searches and analysis
• Generate and review reports necessary for the team and the management

The PSPO II is an advanced Scrum.org certification course designed to deepen expertise in professional product ownership within complex organizational environments.

Delivered as a live, instructor-led session (available online or on-site), this program targets experienced Product Owners, product managers, and Agile leaders who aim to enhance product value and master contemporary product management methodologies.

Upon completing this training, participants will gain the ability to:

• Comprehend and apply advanced Product Owner stances in real-world scenarios.
• Utilize stakeholder management and product strategy to maximize value delivery.
• Implement Evidence-Based Management (EBM) principles for outcome-focused product delivery.
• Effectively prepare for the PSPO II certification assessment.

Course Delivery Format

• Interactive lectures and group discussions.
• Case studies and scenario-based exercises.
• Collaborative group activities and role-playing sessions.

Customization Options

• For tailored training solutions, please reach out to us to discuss your specific needs.

This two-day course explores the Lean-Agile principles and practices of the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®).

You will learn how to execute and release value through Agile Release Trains, how to build an Agile Portfolio, and how to lead a Lean-Agile transformation at enterprise scale.

You will gain an understanding of the Lean-Agile mindset and how to apply the principles and practices of SAFe to support Agile teams, programs, program portfolio management, and to coordinate large Value Streams. Attending the class prepares you to take the exam and become a certified SAFe® Agilist (SA). Associated Certification: SAFe Agilist (SA)

This two-day course equips incumbent Scrum Masters for their leadership role in facilitating Agile team, program, and enterprise success during a SAFe® implementation. The course covers facilitation of cross-team interactions in support of the program execution and relentless improvement. It enhances the Scrum paradigm with an introduction to scalable engineering and DevOps practices; the application of Kanban to facilitate the flow of value; and supporting interactions with architects, product management, and other critical stakeholders in the larger program and enterprise contexts. The course offers actionable tools for building high-performing teams and explores practical ways of addressing Agile and Scrum anti-patterns in the enterprise. Attending the class prepares you to take the exam and become a certified SAFe® Advanced Scrum Master (ASM).

This two-day program is crafted to assist teams within an Agile Release Train (ART) in operating efficiently within an Agile ecosystem by leveraging frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, and XP. Attendees will gain insights into functioning as Agile Teams, managing backlogs, and successfully planning and executing iterations. The curriculum also highlights the importance of understanding a team’s position within the ART and how to collaborate, plan, execute, and drive continuous improvement alongside peer teams.

The training equips teams to engage in a Program Increment (PI), encompassing both Team-level and Program-level activities, with a strong emphasis on preparing for upcoming PI planning sessions. Upon completing the course, participants will be ready to take the certification exam to earn their SAFe® Practitioner (SP) credential.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be capable of:

• Applying SAFe principles to extend Lean and Agile practices throughout the organization.
• Gaining a clear understanding of their team’s role within the Agile Release Train and its contribution to overarching goals.
• Identifying other teams within the train, including their roles and interdependencies.
• Effectively planning and executing iterations.
• Showcasing delivered value and driving continuous process improvement.
• Actively participating in and contributing to Program Increment planning.
• Collaborating and integrating efforts with other teams within the Agile Release Train.

Scrum employs an evidence-based framework that maximizes the team's ability to respond to emerging requirements, deliver value quickly, and adapt to new market conditions.

The goal of this approach is to understand and respond to customer needs in a timely manner and manage any other unpredictable challenge that may occur for which a sequential approach is not suitable.

This program is also referred to as SCRUM awareness training.

Who is this for?

Designed for managers, executives, and key decision-makers who wish to evaluate the benefits of adopting this methodology or gain a clear understanding of their team's activities.

It is equally beneficial for software development clients who want to remain actively involved in the development process.

The Scrum Master serves as a vital component of any Agile or Scrum team. This course equips participants with a deep understanding of the Scrum framework, preparing them to take the online Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master (PSM1) certification exam.

Target Audience:

This course is designed for current or aspiring Scrum Masters, as well as other professionals working within a Scrum environment who require comprehensive knowledge of Scrum practices.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Comprehend the origins and evolution of Agile methodologies.
• Understand and apply the core values and principles underpinning Agile methods.
• Distinguish between defined processes and the empirical process control used in Agile.
• Gain a thorough understanding of Scrum roles, artifacts, events, and practices.
• Be fully prepared to successfully sit for the Professional Scrum Master (PSM1) exam.