Agile Leadership Capstone

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Approx. 6 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course is the capstone project of the Agile specialization. In this course, students will apply Agile methodologies to a real-world project to demonstrate their understanding of Agile principles and practices.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn how to apply Agile methodologies to a real-world project
  • Demonstrate your understanding of Agile principles and practices
  • Collaborate with a team to complete a software development project

Related Topics for further study


Learning Outcomes

  • Apply Agile methodologies to a real-world project
  • Demonstrate understanding of Agile principles and practices
  • Collaborate effectively with a team to complete a software development project

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Completion of the previous courses in the Agile specialization
  • Experience with software development

Course Difficulty Level

Advanced

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced

Similar Courses

  • Agile Development
  • Agile Software Development
  • Project Management: The Basics for Success

Related Education Paths


Notable People in This Field

  • Ken Schwaber
  • Jeff Sutherland

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Description

This capstone project course takes you through a guided journey of putting together a comprehensive agile transformation packet. To create this packet, you will be creatively applying the concepts and tools we have covered in the first four courses of this Specialization.

Knowledge

  • Apply parallel planning method
  • Develop a strategy for personal, team, and organizational transformation
  • Create a plan for change

Outline

  • Planning for Personal Transformation
  • Capstone Course and Artifact Overview
  • Agile Transformation Map: LEADER
  • Creating Product/Sprint Backlog: LEADER
  • Course 2: Envisioning
  • Course 3: Scrum Terminology
  • Course 3: Planning a Sprint
  • Capstone Job Description
  • Agile Transformation Map
  • How to Create a Gantt Chart in Excel
  • Module 1 Assessment
  • Planning for Team Transformation
  • Agile Transformation Map: TEAM
  • Creating Product/Sprint Backlog: TEAM
  • Case Study Introduction
  • Course 2: Envisioning
  • Course 3: Scrum Terminology
  • Course 3: Planning a Sprint
  • Case Study and Assignment Details
  • Agile Transformation Map
  • Module 2 Assessment
  • Planning for Enterprise Transformation
  • Agile Transformation Map: ENTERPRISE
  • How to use a Rubric
  • Course 4 Module 1: Key Concepts
  • Course 4 Module 2: Key Concepts
  • Stages of Agile Adoption: Part A
  • Stages of Agile Adoption: Part B
  • Scaling Agile: Part 1
  • Scaling Agile: Part 2
  • Course 4 Module 3: Key Concepts
  • Case Study and Assignment Details
  • Course Project Rubric
  • Module 3 Assessment

Summary of User Reviews

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The hands-on project-based approach helped users apply Agile principles in real-world scenarios.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Well-structured curriculum that covers key Agile concepts from beginner to advanced level
  • Excellent peer-review process that provides valuable feedback and enhances the learning experience
  • Engaging and knowledgeable instructors who are responsive to student questions and concerns
  • Opportunity to work on a real Agile project and build a portfolio to showcase to potential employers

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the pace too fast for beginners and struggled to keep up with the coursework
  • The project requirements were not always clear, which led to confusion and frustration for some students
  • Lack of interaction with other students outside of peer reviews made it difficult to build a sense of community
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Oxana Trotsenko
University of Colorado System
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