The Agile Project Manager Work Experience Programme is an 8 – 16 weeks work scheme, that includes Training, Certification, Internship, Project, Career and Employment Support for Nigerians in Canada, the UK and the US.
For Whom & Benefits
The Agile Project Management Work Experience Programme is specifically designed for individuals who live in or are planning to relocate to Canada, the UK, and the US. It helps to overcome the lack of work experience hurdle in the resident country, which is a huge challenge for immigrants.
What we Offer
Agile Project Management Training
Participants in the Agile Project Management Training will learn how to manage Waterfall and Agile projects. They will take the following courses
- Agile Project Management Practitioner
- Managing Projects with Jira & Confluence
- Schedule & Gantt Development in Spreadsheet
Training Preview
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Agile Project Management Certifications
Participants in the Agile Project Management Work Experience Programme will obtain at least one of the following certifications;
Customer Review
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Agile Project Management Internship & Projects
Participants will undergo up to 4 months internship, during which they will complete at least 2 projects. The scheme will provide;
- 2 Agile Based Projects
- 2 Waterfall Projects
Watch Our Graduate Project Defense
The proud moment when one of our graduating interns professionally defends his project to the board. After 4 months of intensive training, coaching and mentorship the big moment is when you make a justification to the board that you are ready to deliver and you have duly earned your professional credentials. Watch The Video Of Our Intern Graduate Defend His Project.
Agile Project Management Career Development
Participants who graduate from the scheme will be job ready for the following roles
- Project Manager
- IT Project Manager
- Agile Project Manager
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Certifications
Project Management Professional (PMP)
The gold standard in project management certifications, validating your competence to lead and direct projects and teams. It covers traditional, agile, and hybrid approaches.
Fees:
- PMI Membership: $109 USD/year
- PMI Member: $405 USD
- Non-Member: $575 USD
NOTE: These figures exclude taxes. The non-member fee could be up to $620 USD.
Additional costs for PMI membership and training courses may apply.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or associate’s degree (or global equivalent)
- 36 months of project management experience (or 4,500 hours)
- 35 hours of project management education
Awarding Body: Project Management Institute (PMI)
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
The PMI-ACP is a certification for individuals who apply agile principles in project management. Agile is a project management methodology that emphasizes iterative development, flexibility, and collaboration. The PMI-ACP validates your knowledge and skills in agile project management.
Fees: The cost of the PMI-ACP exam is $435 USD for PMI members and $555 USD for non-members.
Requirements:
To be eligible to take the PMI-ACP exam, you must meet the following requirements:
- A high school diploma or associate’s degree (or global equivalent)
- 2,000 hours of cumulative project experience, with at least 1,500 hours spent working on agile projects
- 21 hours of training in agile project management
Awarding Body: Project Management Institute (PMI)
Roles
Project Manager
- Description: The Project Manager is a cornerstone role, present in both traditional and Agile environments. They are the ultimate champion of the project, ensuring its success by:
- Defining Goals and Scope: Working with stakeholders to clearly define project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
- Project Planning and Budgeting: Creating a high-level roadmap for the project, including breaking down work into manageable tasks, estimating timelines and budget, and identifying potential risks.
- Resource Management: Assigning team members to tasks based on their skills and experience, and ensuring they have the necessary resources to complete their work effectively.
- Stakeholder Management: Keeping stakeholders informed of project progress, managing expectations, and addressing any concerns.
- Risk Management: Proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks that could derail the project.
- Responsibilities in Agile Context: In Agile, the Project Manager’s role adapts to a more collaborative approach. They focus on:
- Facilitating Communication: Fostering open communication between team members, stakeholders, and the customer.
- Removing Roadblocks: Identifying and resolving impediments that hinder the team’s progress.
- Ensuring Alignment with Agile Values: Promoting an Agile mindset within the team, emphasizing principles like flexibility, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
- Adapting Traditional PM Practices: While core project management aspects like budgeting and resource allocation remain important, they are applied with an Agile twist, allowing for adjustments throughout the project lifecycle.
- Requirements: Project Managers typically possess a blend of hard and soft skills. They should have strong:
- Project Management Skills: Proficiency in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management methodologies.
- Technical Acumen: While not always mandatory, understanding the project domain is beneficial.
- Leadership and Communication Skills: Ability to inspire and guide the team, clearly communicate project goals, and manage stakeholder expectations.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Finding creative solutions to overcome challenges that arise during the project.
- Agile Knowledge: Understanding of Agile principles and methodologies is increasingly valuable.
IT Project Manager
- Description: This role manages projects specifically within the Information Technology (IT) domain. They possess a strong technical background in IT systems development, networking, and security. Their responsibilities include:
- Technical Project Expertise: Understanding the technical aspects of the project, including software development methodologies, infrastructure requirements, and potential technical risks.
- IT Project Management Skills: Proficiency in project management methodologies tailored to IT projects, such as Agile methodologies for software development or Waterfall methodologies for larger infrastructure projects.
- Requirements: IT Project Managers typically have a combination of technical and project management skills. They should possess:
- IT Technical Skills: Solid understanding of IT systems, software development lifecycles, networking concepts, and security best practices.
- Project Management Skills: Proficiency in project management methodologies, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and communication.
- Agile Knowledge: Understanding of Agile methodologies for managing IT projects, such as Scrum or Kanban.
Agile Project Manager
- Description: This role combines aspects of both Project Manager and Scrum Master. They are skilled in leading and guiding project teams within an Agile framework. Their responsibilities encompass:
- Traditional Project Management: Handling core project management tasks like creating project plans, estimating budgets, allocating resources, and managing risks. However, they adapt these practices to an Agile approach, allowing for flexibility and adjustments throughout the project.
- Agile Facilitation: Leading and facilitating Agile ceremonies like sprint planning, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Agile Coaching: Mentoring the team on Agile principles and practices, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Stakeholder Communication: Communicating project progress to stakeholders in a way that aligns with the Agile mindset, emphasizing transparency and iterative delivery.
- Requirements: Agile Project Managers require a well-rounded skillset. They should possess:
- Project Management Skills: Understanding of traditional project management methodologies.
- Agile Knowledge: Strong understanding of Agile principles and methodologies like Scrum and Kanban.
- Technical Acumen: While not always mandatory, some technical understanding of the project domain is beneficial.
- Leadership and Communication Skills: Ability to inspire and guide the team, clearly communicate project goals, and manage stakeholder expectations in an Agile context.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Adaptability and resourcefulness to overcome challenges that arise during the project.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General Programme Information
What is the Agile Project Management Work Experience Programme?
This is an 8-16 week program designed for Nigerians living in or planning to relocate to Canada, the UK, or the US. It combines Agile project management training, certification support, internship opportunities, project support, career services, and employment support to help you overcome the work experience hurdle and become job-ready for project management roles.
Who is this program for?
This program is ideal for Nigerians who:
- Have an interest in project management, specifically Agile methodologies.
- Are living in or planning to relocate to Canada, the UK, or the US.
- Have limited or no project management work experience in their new resident country.
What are the program benefits?
- Gain project management skills through training and practical experience.
- Earn recognized certifications (PMI-PMP).
- Complete a 2-4 month project internship with support and guidance.
- Receive career services including CV development, interview preparation, and job search assistance.
- Network with other program participants and industry professionals.
What are the program benefits?
- Gain project management skills through training and practical experience.
- Earn recognized certifications (PMI-PMP).
- Complete a 2-4 month project internship with support and guidance.
- Receive career services including CV development, interview preparation, and job search assistance.
- Network with other program participants and industry professionals.
Training and Certification
What project management methodologies will I learn?
The program focuses on Agile project management methodologies, but you will also gain an understanding of Waterfall project management for a well-rounded skillset.
What courses are included in the program?
- Agile Project Management Practitioner
- Managing Projects with Jira & Confluence
- Schedule & Gantt Development in Spreadsheets
What certifications will I receive?
The program offers support for obtaining the industry-recognized Project Management Professional (PMP) certification by the Project Management Institute (PMI)
*Note: Earning the certification requires passing separate exams conducted by PMI. The program offers support in the form of workshops, application guidance, and practice materials.
Project Internship
What type of project work experience will I gain?
The program will place you on a 2-4 month project internship related to Agile project management. You will receive a project supervisor, access to project templates and tools, and guidance throughout the internship.
Mode of training & internship take place?
Both the training and the internship will be virtual, The virtual internship will provide you with real-world experience by assigning you to live projects with a dedicated product owner and development team.
Career Support
What career services are offered by the program?
The program also includes assistance with developing your CV (resume), optimizing your LinkedIn profile, preparing for job interviews, and receiving job alerts relevant to your qualifications.
Programme Logistics
What is the program schedule?
The program starts on the 7th of September, 2024, and ends on the 24th of November, 2024. The programme schedule: 5:00 PM – 08:00 PM (WAT) Saturdays and Sundays.
How long is the program?
The program duration can range from 8 to 16 weeks, depending on the chosen schedule and internship length.
What are the program fees?
Check the program fees by following this link.
Additional Information
What job roles can I pursue after completing the program?
Upon successful completion of the program, you will be prepared for various project management roles such as:
- Project Manager
- IT Project Manager
- Agile Project Manager
How to apply
- Make payment.
- Fill enrollment form with your details. Follow this link to the enrollment form.
- Await a response from us.