This course is part of the Fundamentals of Agile Project Management ExpertTrack
Advanced Agile with Scrum and Kanban
Develop your Agile knowledge as you explore key frameworks to help improve your process efficiency.
Duration
7 weeksWeekly study
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Advanced Agile with Scrum and Kanban
Explore Agile concepts in product management
On this seven-week course, you’ll build on your foundational knowledge of Agile and start to develop more advanced Agile skills to use in the workplace.
Through a series of hands-on exercises, you’ll delve into key areas of Agile as well as tools and techniques for practical application.
You’ll explore Scrum, Extreme Programming, Lean, and Kanban to gain a thorough understanding of how to apply Agile concepts in product management.
Build your understanding of Extreme Programming (XP)
You’ll learn the values of Extreme Programming to help you understand how to use this Agile software development framework to improve software quality.
You’ll also develop practical skills in Scum activities like executing the product backlog and contributing to a sprint retrospective.
Learn how to manage tasks with a Kanban board
As you expand your understanding of project management tools, you’ll learn how to organise and manage tasks with a Kanban board.
This knowledge will ensure you can use Kanban boards to help you maximise efficiency and workflow.
Use the Cynefin Framework to support your organisation
To help improve problem-solving and decision-making within your organisation, you’ll learn how to utilise A3 thinking and the Cynefin Framework. This understanding will help you respond more accurately and appropriately to issues that arise in your workplace.
Guided by industry experts in the technology sector, you’ll finish the course with both theoretical and practical knowledge to help you implement advanced Agile methodologies.
Syllabus
Week 1
Product Management
Course introduction
In this activity, you'll be introduced to the FutureLearn platform, and the content that will be covered during this course. You will also get an overview of the topics covered during the first week of this course.
Product management
In this activity, we start by looking at two popular design thinking tools and then moving on to the related field of lean startup.
Lean startup
In this activity, we explore lean startup as another approach for initiating a product journey, and how it differs from design thinking.
Week wrap up
In this activity, you'll have the opportunity to test your knowledge of the topics covered during the week. You will also be provided with a summary of the week's learning, and some insight on what to expect in the new week.
Week 2
Scrum Overview
Welcome to the week
Moving into the second week of this course, this activity will give you an overview of the topics that will be covered during this week.
Scrum overview
In this activity, we explore the topic of Scrum, defining Scrum roles and elements of a Product Backlog, and discuss how to incorporate a project manager into an Agile team.
Week wrap up
In this activity, you'll have the opportunity to test your knowledge of the topics covered during the week. You will also be provided with a summary of the week's learning, and some insight on what to expect in the new week.
Week 3
Scrum Activities
Welcome to the week
Moving into the third week of this course, this activity will give you an overview of the topics that will be covered during this week.
The Scrum activities
In this activity, we are exploring Scrum activities, the format, and participation expectations for a Sprint retrospective event.
Week wrap up
In this activity, you'll have the opportunity to test your knowledge of the topics covered during the week. You will also be provided with a summary of the week's learning, and some insight on what to expect in the new week.
Week 4
Extreme Programming (XP)
Welcome to the week
Moving into the fourth week of this course, this activity will give you an overview of the topics that will be covered during this week.
Values
In this activity, you will explore the values of Extreme Programming (XP).
Practices
In this activity, you will explore the tools and practices available in Extreme Programming (XP).
Week wrap up
In this activity, you'll have the opportunity to test your knowledge of the topics covered during the week. You will also be provided with a summary of the week's learning, and some insight on what to expect in the new week.
Week 5
Kanban & Lean
Welcome to the week
Moving into the fifth week of this course, this activity will give you an overview of the topics that will be covered during this week.
Kanban or Lean
In this activity, we will explore Kanban and Lean and learn how to choose the best option for our projects.
Week wrap up
In this activity, you'll have the opportunity to test your knowledge of the topics covered during the week. You will also be provided with a summary of the week's learning, and some insight on what to expect in the new week.
Week 6
Advanced Kanban and Lean
Welcome to the week
Moving into Week 6 of this course, this activity will give you an overview of the topics that will be covered during this week.
Kanban queueing theory
In this activity, you will learn about Kanban queueing theory.
Lean problem solving approach
In this activity, you will learn the key importance of continuous improvement in Lean thinking, and you will be introduced to A3 Thinking for problem-solving.
Week wrap up
In this activity, you'll have the opportunity to test your knowledge of the topics covered during the week. You will also be provided with a summary of the week's learning, and some insight on what to expect in the new week.
Week 7
Systems Thinking
Welcome to the week
Moving into the final week of this course, this activity will give you an overview of the topics that will be covered during this week.
Systems thinking
In this activity, we explore the differences between complicated and complex systems, and then go on to explore the Cynefin framework.
Course wrap up
In this activity, you will have the opportunity to test your knowledge of the topics covered during the week, by completing a graded test and applying what you have learned to a task.
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Learning on this course
On every step of the course you can meet other learners, share your ideas and join in with active discussions in the comments.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...
- Discuss and apply major Agile concepts in Product Management including Design Thinking, personas/empathy maps, and Lean Startup
- Participate in Scrum activities like executing the product backlog and contributing to a sprint retrospective
- Describe the values of Extreme Programming and determine which scenarios call for certain practices
- Organize and manage tasks with a Kanban board
- Utilize A3 thinking and the Cynefin Framework to support organizational problem-solving and decision-making.
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for those with prior knowledge of Agile. It explores advanced topics that will most be suited for project managers and programmers.
Who will you learn with?
Agile IT Project Manager for Medical Devices managing several mobile applications.
Consultant focused on improving organizations ability to deliver value effectively using tools such as Agile, Lean, Systems Coaching (ORSC), Business Process Improvement/BPM, and Design Thinking
Who developed the course?
University of California, Irvine
Established in 1962, the University of California, Irvine Division of Continuing Education (UCI DCE) has served the lifelong learning needs of individuals, organizations, and the community on a local, regional, and global scale.
Established
1965Location
Irvine, USAWorld ranking
Top 100Source: Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020
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