In a dynamic market where adaptability and efficiency are key, our course provides an essential understanding of agile methodologies as opposed to conventional approaches. Through the Course: Why Agile, Agile vs Traditional, Agile Methodologies, the course provides a detailed insight into why agility has become an essential paradigm in contemporary project management. By exploring Scrum, XP, Kanban and other established methodologies in depth, students will discover the characteristics of an agile culture, learning to recognise the roles and tools that enhance team coordination and performance. Whilst not aiming to turn students into experts overnight, this course lays the groundwork for future specialisation.
Sector-specific
Agile Management
40 hours
Why Agile, Agile vs Traditional, Agile Methodologies
Agile Management
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand the current context, which calls for an agile management approach.
- Compare the agile approach with the traditional one.
- To understand the basic principles of agile management culture.
- Identify the core roles used in agile methodologies.
- Recognise the most commonly used agile methodologies, such as Scrum, Kanban, XP, etc.
- To explore Kanban in greater depth as a tool for managing teams and services.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. CONTEXT AND NEED FOR AN AGILE APPROACH
Organisational changes in the digital age
Limitations of predictive models in changing environments
The emergence of a new paradigm: agile thinking
Factors driving the adoption of agility
TEACHING UNIT 2. COMPARISON OF MODELS: AGILE VS. TRADITIONAL
Linear approach vs incremental approach
Risk management and changes in both models
Roles, structures and decision-making
Advantages and challenges of each methodology depending on the context
TEACHING UNIT 3. FUNDAMENTALS OF THE AGILE MINDSET
Core values of agile working
Key qualities: flexibility, collaboration and ongoing commitment
The cultural impact of agile thinking on teams and organisations
TEACHING UNIT 4. AN OVERVIEW OF AGILE APPROACHES
An Introduction to Existing Agile Frameworks
Common features and key differences
Criteria for selecting an agile approach based on the project or organisation
TEACHING UNIT 5. SCRUM, KANBAN AND BEYOND: A PRACTICAL EXPLORATION
Principles and components of Scrum
Visual flow and work in progress with Kanban
A practical comparison: when to use each approach
Combined use of agile frameworks
TEACHING UNIT 6. BUILDING AGILE TEAMS AND WORKING DYNAMICS
Self-organising and cross-functional teams
Collaborative roles: facilitator, developer, client
Agile tools for teamwork and transparency
TEACHING UNIT 7. THE PATH TOWARDS AGILE ORGANISATIONAL TRANSFORMATION
Steps towards adopting an agile model
Common obstacles to transformation and how to tackle them
Measuring progress and continuous improvement
Real-world examples of agile implementation
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