Agile Masterclass: Agile for Project Management

Course Overview

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This Agile Masterclass will equip you with the knowledge and tools to successfully apply Agile methodologies in project management. You will learn the core principles, concepts, and techniques to manage projects more efficiently, using Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to understand the strengths and limitations of Agile and implement it in real-world scenarios. The course begins with an introduction to Agile and why it has become essential in software development. You’ll explore Agile principles, the differences between Agile and Waterfall, and the advantages and disadvantages of using Agile. Then, you will dive into key Agile concepts such as product backlog, burndown charts, and Minimum Viable Product (MVP), setting the stage for more advanced practices. You will explore Scrum in depth, focusing on the roles within a Scrum team, Scrum events, and Scrum artifacts. You'll learn how to manage projects using Scrum, with an emphasis on real-life applications. The course also covers Agile Kanban and Extreme Programming (XP), showing you how to optimize processes, identify inefficiencies, and manage tasks effectively using various Agile frameworks. This course is ideal for project managers, team leaders, and software development professionals who want to enhance their skills in Agile methodologies. A basic understanding of project management concepts is beneficial, though not required. The course is designed for beginners and intermediates looking to master Agile project management techniques.