PMI Agile Certified Practitioner Course

overview

Course Overview

The PMI Agile Certified Practitioners Course is designed for project managers seeking certification in Agile practices. The course is developed from several agile standards such as Scrum and Kanban and will employ real-world case examples and hands-on exercises to fully prepare participants to take on the PMI-ACP Certification Exam. At the end of the course, participants would successfully be able to apply Agile methodologies in their organizations and pass the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) Certification Exam.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand and apply the core principles and values of Agile methodologies.
  • Select the most appropriate Agile project life cycle for a given project context.
  • Foster a collaborative and effective Agile environment through servant leadership and team building strategies.
  • Navigate and resolve common challenges faced in Agile projects, and measure project performance using Agile metrics.
  • Assess the impact of organizational considerations on project agility and the role of a Project Management Office (PMO) in an Agile environment.

Curriculum


Introduction to Agile Project Management

Agile Manifesto, principles, values, and mindset

Contrasting Agile and traditional project management approaches


Agile Frameworks and Methodologies

Scrum framework, roles, events, and artifacts

Kanban, Lean, XP, and other Agile frameworks


Agile Project Management Practices

Agile project initiation and chartering

Agile project planning, estimation, and tracking

Agile project execution and control


Agile Product Quality and Delivery

Agile testing and quality management practices

User stories and backlog management

Continuous integration and delivery


Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

Agile stakeholder engagement and collaboration

Effective Agile team communication and facilitation

Agile governance and reporting


Agile Leadership and Team Dynamics

Agile leadership principles and adaptive leadership

Building and leading high-performing Agile teams

Servant leadership in Agile projects


Agile Tools and Techniques

Agile project tracking and metrics

Agile risk management and issue resolution

Agile coaching and mentoring


PMI-ACP Exam Preparation

PMI-ACP certification exam domains and weighting

Reviewing the Agile practice guide and other reference materials

Practice questions, quizzes, and exam simulations

Test-taking strategies and tips for success


who attends

Right For You

Participants enrolling for this programme will be required to have a minimum of 3 years’ professional experience. Participants who meet the programme requirement should pay the course fee and complete the enrollment form 2 weeks before the programme kick off date.

Requirements:

  • Experienced individuals who work in organizations that adopt agile practices and methodologies
  • Working professionals seeking to change career, job, or industry to project agile-related field
  • Job seekers looking to kick off a career in Agile Practices
  • Mid- to senior-level executives in construction, oil and gas, government, development sector & ICT

Prospective applicants who do not meet the programme requirement but want to join the programme should talk to a Career Advisor.

Key Program Features

Training

The PMI Agile Certified Practitioner Course approach employs hands-on learning, which imparts the skills required for specific job roles.

Certification

The PMI Agile Certified Practitioner Course identifies globally recognized certifications and then assists participants in obtaining them.

Internship & Projects

The PMI Agile Certified Practitioner Course provides up to 4 months of internship while working on real work projects, which adds expertise and verifiable work references in the resident country.

Career Developement

The PMI Agile Certified Practitioner Course course assists participants in securing a job through the development of a professional profile and job prospecting.

teaching team

Meet Your Facilitator(s)

Afolajimi Akingbade

Afolajimi Akingbade

Principal ConsultantNigeria

Master's degree in Economics; Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Economics; PMP; PMI; HSE; ITIL;

Afolajimi Akingbade is a highly skilled professional with a Master's degree in Economics and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Economics. As a Principal Consultant at Capacity Edge Enterprises, he brings expertise in areas such as Project Management, Agile, Lean Six Sigma, HSE, Facility Management, Risk Management, Procurement, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management. With certifications including PMP, PMI, HSE, and ITIL, Afolajimi excels in project management, business analysis, and training development. His contributions to community projects and technological innovations, such as the Electronic Engineering Valuation System, highlight his practical skills and dedication to continuous learning. Afolajimi is a passionate trainer, bridging the gap between theory and practice to empower students in the business world.

Dominic Ajayi

Dominic Ajayi

TrainerNigeria

B.Sc. in Environmental Science & Resource Management; PMP (Project Management Professional); CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional);

Dominic Ajayi is a seasoned project management professional with a background in Environmental Science & Resource Management, combining sustainability with strategic planning. A certified PMP and CBAP, Dominic specializes in project planning, facilitation, and process improvement. His expertise includes breaking down complex projects, guiding teams to collaborate effectively, and optimizing operations to drive growth. With hands-on experience in a range of projects from app development to large-scale conferences, Dominic brings a unique perspective to the field. His passion for sustainability, along with his inspiring and empowering teaching approach, ensures that individuals and teams unlock their full potential in project management.

course schedule

The Schedule For This Course

Piston and Fusion offer the Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates and fees for classroom and virtual online class.

Classroom

Weekdays

Dates:

24th Mar – 27th Mar, 2025

As of Sat Feb 22 2025

Days:

Mon – Thu

Time:

8:30am – 4pm

Duration:

4 days

Weekends

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Virtual

Weekdays

Dates:

24th Mar – 27th Mar, 2025

As of Sat Feb 22 2025

Days:

Mon – Thu

Time:

8:30am – 4pm

Duration:

4 days

Weekends

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What It Will Cost

Piston and Fusion offer the Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates and fees for classroom and virtual online class.

Standard

₦140,000

Virtual Only

Course Materials

PDF

Certificate

PDF

Manual, Cases & Templates

PDF

Mentorship

-

Refreshment

-

Perks

-

-

Additional Services

-

-

Standard Plus

₦170,000

Virtual Only

Course Materials

PDF

Certificate

PDF

Manual, Cases & Templates

PDF

Mentorship

3 Months

Refreshment

-

Perks

-

-

Additional Services

CV & LinkedIn Profile Development

Exam Application (Only for Certification courses)

Professional

₦210,000

Classroom & Virtual

Course Materials

Print & PDF

Certificate

Print

Manual, Cases & Templates

Print

Mentorship

-

Refreshment

Teabreak & Lunch

Perks

Souvenir

Notepad & Pen

Additional Services

-

-

Professional Plus

₦240,000

Classroom & Virtual

Course Materials

Print & PDF

Certificate

Print

Manual, Cases & Templates

Print & PDF

Mentorship

3 Months

Refreshment

Tea Break & Lunch

Perks

Souvenir

Notepad & Pen

Additional Services

CV & LinkedIn Profile Development

Exam Application (Only for Certification courses)

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Ready to Join the Course?

This programme is designed for executives tasked with igniting innovation within their organisations, or who seek to create innovative solutions to a major challenge

How to Apply:

  • Check the website to select a course of choice and fee.
  • Pay the registration fee and tuition to P&F account domiciled at First Bank
  • DETAILS Account Name: Piston & Fusion Ltd Account Number: 2015242578 Bank: First Bank of Nigeria
  • Complete the enrollment form ONLY AFTER PAYMENT
  • CASH PAYMENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED, ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE TO THE COMPANY’S ACCOUNT.

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