Project Management Training in Bhutan

This instructor-led, live training in Bhutan (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level end users who wish to improve their project management and task tracking efficiency.By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the basic functionalities of Smartsheets.
• Learn how to navigate and customize Smartsheets to manage tasks, projects, and workflows effectively.
• Gain hands-on experience creating and managing sheets, reports, and dashboards.
• Collaborate with team members using Smartsheets for real-time project tracking and management.

This instructor-led, live training in Bhutan (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level project managers who wish to use Asana to manage their organization's projects and processes.By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Build their first project in Asana, which they can immediately apply to their work.
• Learn best practices in project management, enabling them to manage projects more effectively.
• Learn effective methods for setting goals and priorities, helping them to focus more on what is important to achieve desired results.
• Discover how to summarize work with the team, reflect on failures and mistakes, and implement improvements.
• Learn how to save several hours a week using templates and automation available in Asana and integrations with other platforms.
• Learn to analyze bottlenecks in projects through Asana’s statistics and reports, enabling more efficient project management.
• Discover how to create an environment in Asana to streamline operations and communication within the team so that no important information or actions are missed.
• Enhance their time management, project management, and team management skills, allowing them to act more effectively as a leader.

This instructor-led, live training in Bhutan (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level project and programme managers who wish to learn the fundamentals of the framework to embed MSP within a programme lifecycle.By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the MSP® principles, governance themes, and transformational flow.
• Apply MSP® principles to manage programmes effectively, including stakeholder engagement, governance, leadership, and risk management.
• Enhance skills in planning, executing, and closing programmes while managing risks and ensuring quality.
• Learn how to align programmes with organizational strategy and ensure that the benefits are realized.

This instructor-led, live training in Bhutan (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level project managers, team leaders, and team members who wish to learn the basics of Microsoft Planner and how to use it to organize and manage teamwork with intuitive, collaborative, visual task management.By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up and use Microsoft Planner.
• Create and manage tasks with details and attachments.
• View and organize tasks with boards, charts, and calendars.
• Collaborate with team members using chat, email, or Teams.
• Integrate Microsoft Planner with other Microsoft 365 apps and services.

This instructor-led, live training in Bhutan (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level project managers who wish to learn how to use Oracle Primavera Cloud to effectively create, manage, and track projects.By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand Primavera Cloud's interface and capabilities.
• Create, manage, and track project schedules effectively.
• Understand resource allocation and optimization techniques.
• Learn to identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks.

This instructor-led, live training in Bhutan (online or onsite) is aimed at project managers who wish to successfully manage a project with the help of Oracle Primavera P6 project management solution. By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the Primavera P6 interface.
• Create and control a project schedule.
• Add, organize, and manage project activities.
• Track and monitor the progress of the entire project lifecycle.
• Create a custom project status report.

This instructor-led, live training in Bhutan (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level business analysts who wish to learn the tools and techniques of business analysis and to prepare for the PMI-PBA exam.By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Learn the tools, techniques, and practices of business analysis as outlined by PMI.
• Master the five domains of business analysis.
• Develop practical skills for identifying stakeholders' needs, managing requirements, and ensuring successful project outcomes.
• Understand the PMI-PBA certification process and prepare for the certification exam.

This course is part of the Data Scientist skill set (Domain: Advisory & Leadership).

The aim of this course is to provide a deeper understanding of agile project management and how it compares with traditional project management methods.  The course will explore some of the main agile methods, techniques and tools and show how they can be effective in project delivery, through a mixture of presentations, exercises and interactive activities.   The course will also consider the latest guidance in the UK public sector around agile delivery and the GDS standard.
  
By the end of the course you should be able to:

• understand agile and what agility means in a business context
• explain Scrum, and understand how it can be used to deliver projects
• explain Kanban, and understand how it can be used to deliver projects
• describe different agile techniques that can support project delivery
• communicate the importance of teams in delivering agile projects 
• be aware of the GDS standard and its influence in UK public sector project delivery 

Training allows you to learn the knowledge, techniques and tools in defining business value from the vision stage through goal identification, quality planning and estimation, includes elements related to effective communication with external and internal customers.
The training is dedicated to those interested in developing competence in defining objectives, scope and business value in projects.
The training consists of a substantive part, workshops, practical examples.

CAPM® stands for Certified Associate in Project Management. PMI’s Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® is a valuable entry-level certification for project practitioners. Designed for those with little or no project experience, the CAPM®demonstrates your understanding of the fundamental knowledge, terminology and processes of effective project management. Whether you are new to project management, or already serving as a subject matter expert on project teams, the CAPM can get your career on the right path or take it to the next level. The PMP® / CAPM® certification is issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI®), which is the world’s leading association of Project Management Professionals. BENEFITS OF BEING A CAPM

• Recognized Expertise: The PMP® / CAPM® certification is globally recognized and respected certification provided by PMI, the leading association of Project Management Professionals. With 12% increase in number of PMP® / CAPM®  certification every year, they have been made the de-facto industry standard for Project Managers.
• Better Job Opportunities: The PMP® / CAPM® certification recognizes your expertise in Project Management: It tells your current and potential employers that you have a solid foundation of project management knowledge, which could be readily applied at the workplace.
• Prestigious Membership: You will be a member of one of the most prestigious professional groups: By attaining the PMP® / CAPM®  certification, your name will be included in the largest and most prestigious group of certified Associate in Project Management Professionals.
• Increase Salary: It has been observed that Project Managers, who have the PMP® / CAPM® certification, draw more salary than their counterparts, who do not have the certification.
• Global recognition: The PMP® / CAPM® certification is endorsed by leading companies. In fact, they encourage their Project Managers to have the PMP® / CAPM® certification.

For further information regarding the benefits of the PMP® / CAPM® certification, we request you to visit www.pmi.org ABOUT PMI The Project Management Institute PMI® is the world’s leading not-for-profit project management professional association. PMI® supports over half a million members in 170 countries worldwide. PMI® members are individuals practicing and studying project management in many different industry areas. PMI® has become, and continues to be, the leading professional association in project management. More details can be found here: www.pmi.org

Change management is a process that aims to effectively introduce change in an organization to achieve desired goals and adapt to a changing environment. It requires understanding the reasons why change is necessary, identifying areas requiring modification and clearly defining the goals and benefits that the change is to bring. Change management is a dynamic process that requires flexibility, openness to feedback and readiness to adapt the strategy depending on people's reactions and changing conditions. It is also crucial to understand that change will not always be easy, so it is important to create a plan that takes into account both organizational goals and the needs of individuals in the change process.

The training allows you to get acquainted in practice with aspects of cooperation with the project environment - stakeholders,
clients, end users in the project.
The training is dedicated to those interested in developing competencies in cooperation with stakeholders - suppliers, partners, internal and external clients, project managers, project and team leaders.
The training consists of a substantive part, workshops, practical examples.

The training allows you to learn in practice the aspects of collaboration in a project team. Through the perspective of
modern model of cooperation Participants will have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with aspects of formulating and
conveying information, establishing rules of cooperation, receiving/transferring delivered work, as well as with the
aspects of effective communication, motivation and their importance for success in the team work.
The training is dedicated to those interested in development of competencies in managing a project team.
The training consists of a substantive part, workshops, practical examples.

Domain Driven Design (DDD) is an approach for handling complex behaviors when developing software.

The training provides practical insights into aspects of the approaches to creating new products and services based on
based on a deep understanding of the problems and needs of users.
 
The training is dedicated to those interested in Developing competence in preparing requirements for projects, understanding user needs and preparing solutions that will increase probability of customer satisfaction.
The training consists of a substantive part, workshops, practical examples.

The training provides practical insight into aspects of estimating and pricing projects, estimating productivity,
effective working time as a basis for scheduling/planning of work in a project.
The training is dedicated to those interested in developing competencies in monitoring methods project estimation, project participants, owners processes and project managers.
The training consists of a substantive part, workshops, practical examples.

ITIL 4 Foundation enables candidates to look at IT Service Management
through an end-to-end operating model for the creation, delivery and continual improvement of tech-enabled products and services. ITIL 4 Foundation equips candidates with:
A holistic approach to the facilitation of co-creation of value with customers and other stakeholders in the form of products and servicesITIL 4 Foundation equips candidates with:
-A holistic approach to the facilitation of co-creation of value with
customers and other stakeholders in the form of products and services
-The guiding principles of ITIL 4
-The four dimensions of Service Management
-Key concepts from Lean, Agile, DevOps, and why these are
important to deliver business value
-How ITIL practices described in ITIL 4 will maintain the value and
importance provided by the current ITIL processes, whilst at the same
time expand to be integrated to different areas of service
management and IT, from demand to value.Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This course is designed for anyone who needs an understanding of IT Service Management to help deliver better value to customers. It is appropriate for all IT staff and management, as well as customers who work closely with IT to support business requirements. This course is also designed for students who are seeking the ITIL® 4 Foundation certification and who want to prepare for ITIL® 4 Foundation exam.

ITIL 4®  Foundation enables candidates to look at IT Service Management through an end-to-end operating model for the creation, delivery and continual improvement of tech-enabled products and services.ITIL 4®  Foundation equips candidates with:

• A holistic approach to the facilitation of co-creation of value with customers and other stakeholders in the form of products and services
• The guiding principles of ITIL 4® 
• The four dimensions of Service Management
• Key concepts from Lean, Agile, DevOps, and why these are important to deliver business value
• How ITIL practices described in ITIL 4®  will maintain the value and importance provided by the current ITIL®  processes, whilst at the same time expand to be integrated to different areas of service management and IT, from demand to value.

Who is ITIL 4®  Foundation for:ITIL 4®  Foundation is suitable for individuals who require a basic understanding of the ITIL®  framework and how it may be used to enhance the quality of IT service management within an organization. The certification also applies to IT professionals who work within an organization that has adopted ITIL®  and so need to be aware of and contribute to the overall service improvement programme.ITIL 4®  continues to support the ITSM community while expanding to a wider range of professionals working in the digital world, guiding how IT interfaces with, and leads the wider business strategy.

Exam is obligatory:
Single-choice test consisting of 40 questions
The duration of the exam: 75 minutes (an additional 15 minutes for non-native language candidates for ITIL® )
To pass the exam, it is necessary to obtain a minimum of 26 points out of 40.

The training allows you to learn the knowledge, techniques and tools in planning goals, measures and factors of
success based on the Strategic Balanced Score Card) and the Hoshin Kanri approach - "Catchball" - from vision and
strategy to operational plans / from operational plans to vision and strategy and the OKR approach - Objectives and Key Results. The training is dedicated to those interested in developing competence in defining objectives, scope and business value in projects.
The training consists of a substantive part, workshops, practical examples.

The multiple-choice exam contains 50 questions and lasts 60 minutes.
To pass the exam, you must answer 28 questions correctly.
The materials and the exam are available in Polish or English.
It is not allowed to use the manual

• Single-choice exam, includes 50 questions and lasts 150 minutes.
• To pass the exam, you must answer 30 questions correctly.
• The materials and the exam are available in Polish or English.
• The manual can be used

Training allows you to develop your competencies, learn advanced knowledge, techniques, tools and practices in the area of conducting projects based on the "Scrum framework" from the perspective of a Scrum Master - a leader responsible for understanding and applying Scrum effectiveness. The training is a natural continuation of the path of development for Scrum Masters.
The training is dedicated to Scrum Masters who areinterested in further developing, implementing and improving Scrum effectiveness in the organization.
The training consists of a content part, workshops, practical examples.
As part of the training, participants are prepared for certification - PeopleCert Professional Scrum Master level II
through a test exam and have the opportunity to take the certification exam.

This Program Management Professional (PgMP)® certification training course will guide you through the Standard for Program Management and support your journey to the PgMP® exam. 

Project Management, Change Management, Transitions Consideration

Training allows you to learn the knowledge, techniques, tools, and practices for conducting projects based on Traditional Project Management - approaches classical, among others, the philosophy, organization of project work, roles and approaches to organizing project phases in practice. During simulations and workshops and participants have the opportunity to learn and
practice selected tools and techniques. The basis is popular methodologies: Prince2, PMI, IPMA.
The training is dedicated to people interested in implementing classical approaches in the organization, people
participating in projects, project managers implementing or planning to implement approaches to managing
projects. The training consists of a substantive part, workshops, practical examples.

Through this 1-day workshop, participants will learn how to manage projects more efficiently, ensuring  the projects are delivered on time and within budget according to their scope statement. Participants will identify their strengths and weaknesses as Project Managers; gain skills in initiating, planning, executing, controlling and evaluating their projects.

Through this 3-day workshop, 21 hours, participants will learn how to manage projects more efficiently, ensuring  the projects are delivered on time and within budget according to their scope statement. Participants will identify their strengths and weaknesses as Project Managers; gain skills in initiating, planning, executing, controlling and evaluating their projects.

Training allows you to learn the knowledge, techniques, tools, and practices for conducting projects based on Traditional Project Management - classical approaches, among others, the philosophy, organization of project work, roles and approaches to organizing project phases in practice. During the workshop and participants have the opportunity to learn and practice
selected tools and techniques. The basis are popular methodologies: Prince2, PMI, IPMA.
The training is dedicated to people interested in implementing classical approaches in the organization, people
participating in projects, project managers implementing or planning to implement approaches to managing
projects. 
The training consists of a substantive part, workshops, practical examples.

Training allows you to learn in practice the aspects of management of the project implementation process by
adjusting the optimal PMO model - Project Management Office and designing the processes of implementation, maintenance and development of PMO in the context of needs of the organization.
As a participant, you will learn about modern PMO models, methods and tools related to the construction and
development of project structures, and tools for evaluating their effectiveness.
The training is dedicated to those interested in developing competence in portfolio management projects in the organization. 
The training consists of a substantive part, workshops, practical examples.

In this comprehensive PMP certification training, we cover the following topics along with tools and techniques to be used. Our expert trainers provide guidance on strategic thinking, tips to succeed in the exam as well as in real-world project management scenario. Towards the end of the program, we conduct Q & A sessions so that you can be fully prepared for the examination and achieve project management success in the long run.

Author training to prepare for the PMP® exam (Project Management Professional®) Each training participant receives a certificate of completion PMP-Prep training (35 hours)
Target group:

• Experienced project managers willing to improve theirs qualifications and confirm them internationally the world with the prestigious Project Management certificate Professional - (PMP®)
• Less experienced project managers and members project teams wishing to expand their knowledge and project management skills
• Middle and senior managers, willing expand your competences in management and supervision projects
• People who have experience in project management and want to improve their competences.

Training objectives:

• Comprehensive preparation for obtaining a certificate Project Management Professional (PMP®) via for systematizing the possessed knowledge, about getting acquainted with the specifics of the PMP® exam
• Fulfillment of the formal exam admission condition PMP®, i.e. obtaining 35 of the so-called contact hours
• Getting to know the practices, techniques and tools of project management

Form of classes:

• Presentations of project management issues
• Questions and quizzes related to PMP® exam topics
• PMP® certification question style questions and analysis

• Single-choice exam, includes 68 questions and lasts 150 minutes.
• To pass the exam, you must answer 38 questions correctly.
• The materials and the exam are available in Polish or English.

"PRINCE2® 6th edition Foundation - accredited training with exam" is a comprehensive training introducing the PRINCE2 methodology version 6.0, addressed to professionals planning to implement classic "waterfall" approaches in project management. Participants gain not only theoretical knowledge, but also practical skills through workshops and examples. The training ends with an exam enabling you to obtain the international Peoplecert certificate.

This course contains all the training and materials you need to attain both the Foundation & Practitioner qualifications in just five days.The PRINCE2 Foundation introduces you to the PRINCE2 method whilst the Practitioner teaches you to apply and tailor PRINCE2 to the running and managing of a project. This course conforms to the 6th Edition syllabus.Training ObjectivesUpon completion of the PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner course you should be able to:

• Understand key concepts relating to projects and PRINCE2
• Understand how the PRINCE2 principles underpin the PRINCE2 method
• Understand the PRINCE2 themes and how they are applied throughout the project
• Understand the PRINCE2 processes and how they are carried out throughout the project
• Apply the PRINCE2 principles in context
• Apply and tailor relevant aspects of PRINCE2 themes in context
• Apply and tailor relevant aspects of PRINCE2 processes in context

Powered by NobleProg Polska sp. z o.o., ATO (PeopleCert Registry ID 5860)

Learning Objectives:

• Master fundamental project management skills, concepts, and techniques
• Link project goals and objectives to clear, compelling stakeholder needs
• Develop work breakdown structures
• Set realistic, measurable objectives and ensure positive results
• Estimate project costs and schedules using simple, proven techniques
• Establish a dependable project control and monitoring system

Learn about project planning and related activities to ensure the successful management of your projects.

INTRODUCTION Globalisation, transformed markets, intense competition and new technologies have converged to make organisational management focus more sharply on making certain that every internal programme and project achieves all intended results. Stakeholders are demanding that the internal and external forces of change are managed with the type of programmes that will enable the organisation to thrive in the face of change. Holding departments accountable for results is the essence of this unique seminar that presents the principles and practices on which Results-Based Management (RBM) is founded. This Results-Based Management training course enables staff and managers to align, develop and review ongoing planning and reporting that is essential to the success of any public or private programme. This training seminar provides an understanding of the processes needed to bring different business teams together to (a) better manage and measure the outcomes of their respective programmes and projects; (b) keep a project under control; and (c) achieve stated objectives and goals.   This training course will highlight:

• The multiple processes of Results Based Management (RBP)
• The critical role of monitoring in demonstrating the performance of programs and projects and in steering the implementation process towards the intended results
• Developing realistic programme objectives and measures to assess project outcomes and impact
• Developing a results-based project framework
• Project and program scheduling and reporting
• Monitoring, evaluating and strengthening the effectiveness of a program

OBJECTIVES This training course is designed to achieve five key objectives.  At the end of the session you will learn how to:

• Apply current best practices in Results-Based Management (RBM) 
• Demonstrate how to realise the potential for Results-Based Management (RBM) 
• Design a RBM approach for involving all stakeholders
• Control RBM projects and measure outcomes
• Enable your teams to apply Results-Based Management (RBM) in their own activities

TRAINING METHODOLOGY This training seminar uses a number of learning tools including but not limited to:

• Case studies on real life examples of RBM
• Round table discussion groups to review and qualify the actual projects - ongoing or at the planning stage - by members of the group
• Video references on examples of the skills necessary to achieve results
• Presentation media on the steps to achieve RBM
• Open discussions on ideas and experiences with the participants

ORGANISATIONAL IMPACT The organisation will benefit from this training seminar in the following ways:

• Improve the understanding of the principles, norms, standards, processes and responsibilities governing planning, monitoring and evaluation
• Overcome any resistance to using Results-Based Management
• Develop more efficient methods of controlling cost and outcomes
• Help staff members bring results to the forefront of their ongoing planning and reporting documents on a regular basis
• Overcome the pitfalls of project plans that delay and burden projects

PERSONAL IMPACT The participants of this RBM training seminar enjoy many benefits personally and professionally in the following manner:

• Helping staff learn to focus on the issues that deliver the maximum results to their on-going planning and hard work
• Improving the communication skills that win over important stakeholder “buy-in” to improve their expectations to gain their power of influence
• Reduce the risks of carrying forth long projects that could lead to disappointing results and possible failure
• Learn the importance of monitoring and evaluation techniques to indicate the way to successful results
• Overcome the resistance from stakeholders by enabling solid evidence that secures your funding

WHO SHOUD ATTEND? The NobleProg course “Result-Based Management” is designed to benefit experienced managers from any specialism within your organisation who have responsibility for successful execution of programmes and projects. It will develop high level managerial skills that are vital in achieving and sustaining continuous performance improvement. This training course will particularly benefit the following professionals:

• Strategic and Operational Planning Specialists
• Supply Chain and Logistics Team Members
• Financial Managers
• Marketing and Business Development Staff
• Human Resource Managers

This instructor-led, live training in Bhutan (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level business and IT professionals who wish to enhance their skills in requirements management.By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key activities and products of requirements management.
• Apply effective techniques for requirements elicitation.
• Document requirements using appropriate methods and notations.
• Implement a requirements architecture and repository.

Training allows you to improve in practice the knowledge, techniques and tools in running projects from the perspective of the
Scrum Product Owner - a function that is responsible for ROI - return on investment in a project/process taking care to achieve a
consensus between needs, technology and quality while managing projects in the organization.
The daily work of a Product Owner is mainly Product Backlog - Requirements Register management.
The training allows you to learn the tools and techniques that allow you to define and deliver the value of the business value of the project/process, among others: effective and flexible product/project development planning, defining customers, end users, identification of needs, defining business value and quality criteria, preventing the creation of redundant quality and functionality.
An integral part of the training is a workshop that allows you to get acquainted with working with the "product backlog" "step by
step by step".
The training is dedicated to people interested in developing Product Owner competencies, implementing approaches to
effective, managing the delivery of business value. The training consists of a substantive part, workshops, practical examples.

Training allows you to improve in practice the knowledge, techniques and tools in running projects from the perspective of a
Scrum Master - the leader responsible for understanding and application of Scrum, for shaping Agile attitudes and the effectiveness of the work of teams both at the level of performance and at the level of communication and collaboration.
The training provides an overview of the aspects, tools and techniques that allow you to define, prepare organization/teams to implement and develop a customized to its specific Scrum model, as well as techniques and tools to support the effective work of Agile teams in terms of efficiency, communication, creating transparency and delivering business value to the project/process, among others: effective and flexible team development planning, productivity growth, matching tools and techniques to the
specifics of projects/processes.
An integral part of the training are workshops that allow you to get acquainted with working with Scrum Master "step by step".
The training is dedicated to people interested in development of competencies in Scrum, people participating in
projects, Scrum Masters implementing or planning to implement Agile approaches in projects.
The training consists of a content part, workshops, practical examples. 

The training allows you to learn in practice the aspects of preparation of business requirements based on the approach
user story map approach. The basis of the training is the process of working with requirements - from identifying customer needs transferring needs to the preparation of an effective Product Backlog and decomposition of requirements based on the User Story Map approach. The training is dedicated to people interested in developing competence in defining business value, quality and effective design of
business requirements.
The training consists of a content part, workshops, practical examples.

The PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) examination is aimed at project management professionals who are using or wish to use agile methodologies in their organization. The PMI-ACP certifies that a person has real-world experience managing agile projects and is familiar with the variou subsets of the agile methodology, including Scrum, Kanban, Lean and others.In this instructor-led, live training, participants will obtain the materials, knowledge and practice needed to prepare for the PMI-ACP examination. Audience

• Project managers
• Program managers
• Project leads
• Other team members participating in agile projects

This course aims to enable participants to plan, manage and control project risks. By attending, participants will acquire the knowledge to develop project risk management plans, identify project risks, analyze the identified risks and plan responses for them. They will also learn to analyze the risks qualitatively and quantitively using different practical techniques and learn all the critical tools and techniques required to pass the PMI-RMP®  (Risk Management Professional) certification exam.

"AgilePM® Foundation training" is a comprehensive introductory course to the Agile Project Management 2.0 methodology, dedicated to people interested in implementing the Agile approach in projects. The program covers key project management topics such as philosophy Agile, success factors, process design, team organization and effective practices. Participants acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively apply Agile in practice.

"AgilePM® Practitioner training" allows you to develop competences in project management based on the Agile Project Management methodology, version 2.0. It is dedicated to Agile Project Managers and people interested in implementing the Agile approach. The course covers topics such as team organization Agile, project life cycle, effective product delivery, project estimation, risk management and DSDM configuration. Participants prepare for certification through a practical exam, earning the international AgilePM® Practitioner certificate.

This course provides guidance into the process Owner responsibilities so they can describe what they are doing as a process and provides the education needed to oversee the design, re-engineering and improvement of IT Service Management (ITSM) processes; particularly in the context of Agile Service Management. Participants learn how to apply Scrum practices to Process Owner responsibilities and use Agile and Lean principles and practices to put in place ‘just enough’ process and how to continually align process performance with overall business goals. 

Learn how to use Agile Service Management to increase the customer value your processes create and to compete in a fast-paced disruptive world. A Certified Agile Service Manager is the working equivalent of a development Scrum Master. Together, Scrum Masters and Agile Service Managers can instill Agile thinking into the entire IT organization as the basis of a DevOps culture.

Applying Professional Scrum (APS) is a 2-day course that teaches Scrum in a highly practical way. Students hit the ground running through instruction and team-based exercises. Working in a series of Sprints, teams of students build a software application, thereby facing real-life problems. The mechanics, roles, principles and (empirical) process of Scrum are demonstrated. Common missteps and misunderstandings are discussed so students grow a higher awareness of their symptoms. Applying Professional Scrum (APS) is the training for teams and anyone wanting to experience the Scrum way of working. The course also provides the foundation of knowledge needed for role-focused training for Product Owners, Scrum Masters and Developers, as offered in Scrum.org’s Professional Scrum Master, Professional Scrum Product Owner and Professional Scrum Development classes. The class introduces the mechanics of Scrum, as well as provides insights into complexity, team-based collaboration and self-organization as essential elements in mastering Scrum. Students will experience how the Scrum framework improves product development efforts. From its emphasis on practical application the course exposes common missteps, increases the awareness of the associated symptoms, and provides prescriptive guidance to avoid going off track. Students are challenged to act in terms of Scrum. They take home an increased understanding of how to collaborate better and work as a team.

• Students will have a clear understanding of the mechanics of Scrum and their coherence.
• Students will learn how to use visual information radiators.
• Students leave the class with a handful of tips to identify common pitfalls and dysfunctions.
• Students can take part of a Scrum Team and be more effective.
• Students can increase Scrum’s effectiveness if already underway.

Professional Scrum Certification All participants completing the Applying Professional Scrum course will receive a password to attempt the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) assessment. The industry-recognized PSM I certification requires a minimum passing score of 85%. APS class participants who attempt the PSM I assessment within 14 days of receiving their free password and do not score at least 85% will be granted a 2nd attempt at no additional cost. You are also entitled to a discount on the PSM II assessment once passing PSM I.

Professional Agile Leadership Essentials is a 2 day workshop to equip leaders and managers of Agile teams along with their Product Owners and Scrum Masters to help their organizations change by providing participants with:

• An overview of what “Agile” is and why organizations need it to thrive in a changing world.
• The means to identify the potential opportunities, challenges and impacts of Agile in terms of business value and why this is so important to the next generation organization.
• An understanding of techniques to support teams to sustain long-term agility including the role that leaders play, shifts in thinking, and the relationship between complexity and empiricism.
• Ways to continue the development of the people to help them grow and prosper in an agile way of working. • Guidance of how to measure and guide agile product delivery.
• Discuss ways to scale agility across several teams within the organization while keeping them working together to deliver on a common vision.

Professional Agile Leadership Certification All participants completing the Professional Agile Leadership - Essentials course will receive a password to attempt the Professional Agile Leadership I (PAL I) certification assessment. PAL-E class participants who attempt the PAL I assessment within 14 days of receiving their free password and do not score at least 85% will be granted a 2nd attempt at no additional cost.

In this course in Bhutan, students will learn how Scrum Teams can add additional Kanban practices while continuing to work with Scrum, all without changing Scrum.After completing this course, the participant will:

• Understand how the flow works in the context of Scrum.
• Learn about Kanban practices, learn what scrum teams can apply them to improve their effectiveness and efficiency.
• Learn how to effectively use appropriate Kanban practices without changing Scrum.
• Learn a practical approach to improving the transparency and visibility of their work.