Preparation for ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP) Certificate
The British Academy for Training and Development presents the ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP) Course. This learning course serves to entrench systems in its audience with a view to developing in the individual a sense of an Agile mindset regarding the abilities to communicate personal involvement as well as that of customers with flexibility in responding to changing developments. Learners will trace the evolving timeline of Agile; connect with the Agile Manifesto, understand deeper, and internalize its values and principles. It will further expose the would-be learners to the major frameworks/ methodologies of Agile practically like Scrum, Kanban, Lean, XP (Extreme Programming) and demonstrate when and how these different methods are viable for use in the real world. Besides, they will get really well versed in bringing all the Agile roles under the Product Owner, the Scrum Master, and the Development Team This training will also cover Agile practices such as user stories, backlog refinement techniques, estimation methods, and prioritisation routines; valuable tools for managing customer value delivery. Attendees will learn about Agile planning and execution, including iteration planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives. It further teaches the features of Agile teamwork where self-organisation, psychological safety, and continuous improvement are actualized and finally encourages developing an understanding for Agile leaders as they become champions for creating organisations with the Agile culture and a growth mindset. At the end, attendees will have a broad knowledge of Agile philosophy, values, and practices, ready to apply Agile principles confidently and seek additional Agile certifications.
Overview
Course Objectives
Objective:
The objectives of ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP) Course are:
To ensure an accurate understanding of the Agile philosophy, values, and principles.To discover key Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and XP.To impart real-world knowledge of Agile ceremonies, artifacts, and roles.To improve skills on Agile planning, estimation, and delivery methods.To facilitate adoption of Agile practices that facilitate collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement.To facilitate the application of Agile leadership and foster a culture for self-organising teams.
Target Audience
This course is ideal for:
Project Managers making a shift to AgileBusiness Analysts, Scrum Masters, and Product OwnersSoftware Developers, Testers, and QA professionalsTeam Leaders and Managers who want to adopt AgileProfessionals who want to attain ICAgile certificationAnyone interested in learning and applying Agile practices effectively.
Course Outline
Introduction to Agile
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Understanding the Agile mindset
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The Agile Manifesto and its core values
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History and evolution of Agile methodologies
Agile Principles and Culture
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Embracing customer collaboration and adaptability
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Building psychological safety and trust in teams
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The role of continuous feedback in Agile success
Overview of Agile Frameworks
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Scrum: Roles, events, and artifacts
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Kanban: Workflow visualisation and WIP limits
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Lean: Eliminating waste and optimising flow
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XP (Extreme Programming): Engineering practices
Agile Roles and Responsibilities
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Understanding the Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Development Team
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The concept of cross-functional teams
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Role of leadership in Agile environments
Agile Practices
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Writing effective user stories
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Backlog grooming, estimation techniques, and prioritisation
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Definition of Done and acceptance criteria
Agile Project Lifecycle
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Sprint/iteration planning
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Conducting daily stand-ups
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Holding sprint reviews and retrospectives
Team Dynamics and Agile Mindset
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Supporting self-organisation and team ownership
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Encouraging collaborative problem-solving
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Cultivating a growth mindset and resilience
Agile Leadership and Change Management
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Leading by example in Agile environments
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Driving Agile transformation across departments
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Overcoming resistance to Agile adoption
Schedule & Fees
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