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Agile Project Management

Christy Bozic, PhD, PMP

The goal of this third course in the Project Management Specialization examines the philosophy and process of managing projects using Agile project management. Students in this course will learn the Agile philosophy and process including the Scrum framework, sprints, and user stories. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to distinguish between predictive and agile project management methodologies and understand the benefits of delivering value early in an engineering project.

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The goal of this third course in the Project Management Specialization examines the philosophy and process of managing projects using Agile project management. Students in this course will learn the Agile philosophy and process including the Scrum framework, sprints, and user stories. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to distinguish between predictive and agile project management methodologies and understand the benefits of delivering value early in an engineering project.

This course can be taken for academic credit as part of CU Boulder’s Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (ME-EM) degree offered on the Coursera platform. The ME-EM is designed to help engineers, scientists, and technical professionals move into leadership and management roles in the engineering and technical sectors. With performance-based admissions and no application process, the ME-EM is ideal for individuals with a broad range of undergraduate education and/or professional experience. Learn more about the ME-EM program at https://www.coursera.org/degrees/me-engineering-management-boulder.

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Agile Project Management
In this module, you will learn how this course is structured and assessed. You will also explore the history of Agile project management and how it differs from other project management methodologies. We will explore the values and principles of Agile and examine different agile frameworks.
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The Agile Process
In this module, you will learn the fundamentals of the Agile Sprint and the Scrum Process including the roles of teams and the tools they use.
The Agile Organization
In this module, you will learn to apply agile values and principles within an organizational context.

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Examines Agile, which is an emerging but established approach in project management used in software development
Teaches and develops real-world project management skills using industry-standard tools and methods
Taught by Christy Bozic and PhD, PMP, who is a recognized figure in project management
Offers academic credit as part of CU Boulder’s Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (ME-EM) degree
Provides opportunities to apply Agile principles and values to organizational contexts

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Learners who complete Agile Project Management will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Scrum Master
Scrum Masters are responsible for facilitating Scrum projects. This course will help you build a foundation in the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories, which are all essential to succeeding as a Scrum Master.
Project Manager
Project Managers plan, execute, and close projects. This course will help you build a foundation in the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories, which are all used in the project management process.
Technical Project Manager
Technical Project Managers plan, execute, and close technical projects. This course will help you build a foundation in the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories, which are all used in the technical project management process.
Project Coordinator
Project Coordinators assist project managers with the day-to-day tasks of project management, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting. This course will provide you with the knowledge of the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories you need to succeed as a Project Coordinator.
Business Analyst
Business Analysts act as a liaison between the business and IT teams, gathering user stories and requirements for projects. Learn how to do just that by taking this course, which will introduce you to the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories.
Software Developer
Software Developers design, develop, and test software applications. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories, which are all used in the software development process.
Software Engineer
Software Engineers design, develop, and test software systems. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories, which are all used in the software engineering process.
Change Manager
Change Managers help organizations transition to new processes and technologies. Learn how to do just that by taking this course, which will introduce you to the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories.
Agile Coach
Agile Coaches are project managers who specialize in Agile planning and Agile methodologies. Take on this role to help teams develop software using Agile methodologies. This course may be useful in arming you with the knowledge of the Agile framework, the Scrum process, and user stories that you need to succeed as an Agile Coach.
Systems Analyst
Systems Analysts analyze business processes and design and implement technology solutions to improve them. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories, which can all be used to enhance your systems analysis skills and knowledge.
Data Analyst
Data Analysts use data to find trends and patterns in order to provide insights to businesses. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories, which are all used in the data analysis process.
Product Manager
Product Managers are responsible for the development and launch of new products. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories, which are all used in the product management process.
IT Project Manager
IT Project Managers plan, execute, and close IT projects. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories, which can all be used to enhance your IT project management skills and knowledge.
Quality Assurance Manager
Quality Assurance Managers are responsible for ensuring the quality of products and services. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories, which can all be used to enhance your quality assurance management skills and knowledge.
Solutions Architect
Solutions Architects design and implement technology solutions for businesses. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in the Agile framework, Scrum process, and user stories, which can all be used to enhance your solutions architecture skills and knowledge.

Reading list

We've selected 20 books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Agile Project Management.
Practical guide to writing user stories. It provides a step-by-step process for creating user stories that are clear, concise, and actionable. This book valuable resource for anyone who wants to improve their Agile project management skills.
Provides a practical guide to writing user stories. It covers everything from identifying user needs to creating and refining user stories. It provides additional guidance for writing user stories from the perspective of business analysts, product managers, and software engineers.
Provides a detailed overview of the Scrum framework. It covers the roles, artifacts, and events of Scrum, as well as how to use Scrum to improve project outcomes.
Is the official guide to Scrum. It provides a concise overview of the Scrum framework and its core principles. This book must-read for anyone who wants to implement Scrum in their organization.
Comprehensive guide to Agile software development. It covers all the essential concepts, practices, and tools needed to implement Agile in your software development process. This book valuable resource for anyone who wants to improve their Agile skills.
Provides a practical guide to using the Lean Startup approach to build successful businesses. It covers everything from customer development to product validation.
Introduces the Kanban method, a visual project management system that helps teams to improve their workflow. It covers the basics of Kanban, as well as how to use Kanban to manage projects of all sizes.
Practical guide to Agile development. It provides a clear and concise overview of the Agile principles and practices. This book valuable resource for anyone who wants to improve their Agile skills.
User-friendly guide to Agile project management. It provides a clear and concise overview of the Agile principles and practices. This book valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about Agile project management.
Novel that tells the story of a group of IT professionals who are struggling to implement Agile in their organization. This book valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about the challenges and benefits of Agile project management.
Practical guide to Agile retrospectives. It provides a step-by-step process for conducting retrospectives in your organization. This book valuable resource for anyone who wants to improve their Agile skills.

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