This Agile Management Fundamentals Workshop provides detailed information about the Agile (Scrum and XP) methodologies as related to project management. The course provides information regarding the evolution of Agile methodologies, the unique benefits provided by Agile methodologies and challenges/best practices in adopting Agile/Scrum methodology in an organization. This course also introduces participants to the core concepts of Scrum/XP and how it can be effectively applied in work environments. Participants of this course will grasp the concepts, principles and methods of Agile development and get a fast start towards executing their plans for incorporating Agile practices and techniques into their organizations. This workshop will give participants the foundation of knowledge they need to begin. It is a starting point for participants to acquire the techniques, skills and tools that enable you to build Agile discipline. Participants will also gain an understanding of the collaboration and communication needed between customer and developers for Agile to succeed.

In addition to defining Agile principles, the course takes participants through the process of conducting a feasibility assessment of a particular product/project, initiating an Agile Project by developing a high-level product roadmap, then performing release planning followed by sprint planning and sprint execution (Agile ceremonies).