AgileBA® Foundation 3 Days (21 Hours) / Exam included

Learning Objectives

• Master Agile Business Analysis (AgileBA) philosophy, principles, and processes in a project context.
• Learn Agile techniques like MoSCoW prioritization, iterative development, and timeboxing for managing and prioritizing requirements.
• Develop skills to produce, evaluate, and adapt Business Analysis (BA) products in Agile projects.
• Understand roles and responsibilities in Agile projects, exploring empowerment levels for requirements and business cases.
• Explore mechanisms for facilitation and support in Agile projects, enhancing collaboration and communication.
• Gain proficiency in testing, estimation, and benefits delivery evaluation within an Agile framework.
• Apply Agile principles to effectively manage requirements in dynamic project environments.

Course Outline

In this course, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of Agile Business Analysis (AgileBA) and develop practical skills to apply its underlying philosophy, principles, and processes in a project environment.

Topics covered during the Agile Business Analyst Foundation training:

• The Role of the Business Analyst in an Agile World
• Agile Fundamentals and the Agile BA
• The Agile Business Case
• Stakeholders in the Agile Project
• Requirements and User Stories
• Priorisation
• Facilitated Workshops
• Modeling and Prototyping
• Timeboxing and Iterative Development
• Requirements Planning and Estimating Throughout the Lifecycle
• The Requirements Lifecycle in an Agile Project
• Making the Transition to Agile BA

During this course, you will work in small groups for a set of small exercises based on a case study and from what you have learnt so far.

Using AgileBA sample papers, you will be prepared to successfully pass the AgilePM Foundation certification, taken at the end of the last training day.

Who should attend?

AgileBA training is typically designed for individuals involved in business analysis, project management, and those working in roles where an understanding of Agile principles and practices is beneficial.

The training will be beneficial for Business Analysts, Project managers, Product Owners, Scruym Masters, Agile Team Members, Business Change Managers, Project Stakeholders and anyone involved in Agile Projects.

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for this course, however a first experience in project management is a plus.

Course Material

Delegates receive an accredited set of training materials, including the presentation, exercises and a copy of the Agile Business Analysis Handbook.

About the exam

• Multiple choice online exam format
• 50 questions per paper
• 25 marks required to pass (out of 50 available) – 50 %
• 40 minutes duration + additional time for non-native English speakers
• Closed book exam
• The exam is taken online on the last training day at ± 15:00

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