PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)

by ACI Learning, Chris Ward, Lauren Deal

Released January 2024

Publisher(s): Packt Publishing

ISBN: 9781835885543

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Video description

The course begins with an insightful overview of PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), starting from the application process to exploring the dynamics of PMI Island for exam preparation. It provides a thorough understanding of the PMBOK Guide and compares predictive and adaptive methodologies, tracing the history of Agile and its basic concepts.

The course then dives into various Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Extreme Programming, and Kanban, offering a detailed study of each. The course focuses on applying Agile principles in real-world scenarios. It emphasizes value-driven delivery, understanding business value, risk management in Agile projects, and Agile contracting methods. Learners gain insights into stakeholder engagement, adaptive leadership, and building high-performance teams. The course also covers adaptive planning, detecting and resolving problems in Agile environments, and continuous improvement techniques.

The course wraps up with a comprehensive review of the essentials for the PMI-ACP exam, ensuring learners are well-prepared to excel in their Agile project management careers.

What you will learn

Understand PMI-ACP exam structure and application
Apply Agile principles in project management
Prioritize tasks and manage risks in Agile
Develop effective stakeholder engagement strategies
Implement continuous improvement in Agile projects
Prepare comprehensively for the PMI-ACP exam

Audience

The course is ideal for professionals aspiring to excel in Agile project management. Basic knowledge of project management practices is recommended. It’s perfect for those seeking PMI-ACP certification and wanting to implement Agile methodologies in their projects.

About the Authors

ACI Learning: ACI Learning trains leaders in Cybersecurity, Audit, and Information Technology. Whether starting an IT career, mastering a profession, or developing a team, they provide essential support at every step.

Chris Ward: Chris has been a Technical Instructor for 20+ years with certifications in CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco and more. Much of his experience has been as a PMP and ITIL® Expert/Managing Professional. Chris is a sought-after conference speaker and consultant in ITSM and a published author.

Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network +, iNet+, MCSE: Communication, MCSE: Server Infrastructure, CCNP, CWLS, AWLSS, AWLDS, PMP, ITIL® Expert v3, ITIL® 4 Managing Professional/Strategic Leader, PRINCE2 Practitioner, COBIT 2019 Foundation

Lauren Deal: With a decade of in-classroom teaching experience, work as a national television host on the Home Shopping Network, and a background as a talk show producer and host, Lauren Deal possesses a perfect blend of skills and interests in IT. This unique combination makes her an ideal learner advocate for ACI Learning training. She excels in asking clarifying questions related to exam objectives and enthusiastically learns alongside ACI Learning audiences. Additionally, Lauren has been studying the evolving use of AI technology and the development process of Augmented and Virtual Reality. Her certifications include AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner.