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This specialization provides a comprehensive introduction to Agile project management using Microsoft tools. Learners will cover essential project management concepts, Agile methodologies, and apply Microsoft's Power Platform capabilities to enhance project delivery. By completing the journey from foundational principles to practical application in dynamic environments, learners will be equipped to lead successful, adaptable projects and deliver significant business value.
Syllabus
- Course 1: Project Management Fundamentals
- Course 2: Agile and Hybrid Approaches in a Project Environment
- Course 3: Power Platform in Business Analysis
- Course 4: Team Building and Leadership in Project Management
- Course 5: Project Delivery in Business Analysis and Capstone Project
Courses
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In this course, you will learn the business value and product capabilities of Power Platform. You will create simple Power Apps, connect data with Microsoft Dataverse, build a Power BI Dashboard, automate a process with Power Automate, and build a chatbot with Power Virtual Agents. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Describe the business value of Power Platform • Identify the core components of Power Platform • Demonstrate the capabilities of Power BI • Describe the capabilities of Power Apps • Demonstrate the business value of Power Virtual Agents This is a great way to prepare for the Microsoft PL-900 exam. By passing the PL-900 exam, you’ll earn the Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals Certificate.
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In this course you’ll learn how to create a basic project plan, laying the groundwork for successful project execution. Dive into risk management by identifying, analyzing, and monitoring risks using a RAID log. Explore various Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) models, including Waterfall, V-model, and Agile, and gain insights into the SCRUM framework within the context of Agile methodology. Understand the crucial role of quality management in business projects and discover how to ensure project success through effective quality control measures. Enhance your skills in creating a traceability matrix and mapping business requirements to test cases. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Create a basic project plan • Identify, analyze and monitor risks through a RAID log • Identify different SDLC models including Waterfall, V-model and Agile • Explain the SCRUM framework in the context of Agile methodology • Explain the importance of quality management in business project • Create a traceability matrix, mapping business requirements to test case
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The Project Management Fundamentals course provides a comprehensive overview of essential concepts and skills behind project management, leading you through the role of a project manager. There is a focus on the processes and methodologies used to ensure effective project management as well as different approaches to ensure smooth planning and execution to realize business goals. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Describe the basic concepts and principles of project management • Identify and analyze the different approaches taken to project planning • Discuss the value and benefits that a project management office (PMO) can bring to an organization This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.
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In this course, you’ll discover the essentials of project management success through effective team development and leadership. Learn to identify key team stages, build strong teams, and adapt leadership styles for various projects. Whether you're new to project management or an experienced professional, this course offers indispensable knowledge for achieving project excellence. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Identify the stages of team development. • Discuss the importance of effective team building and leadership to ensure project objectives are met. • Discuss different leadership styles relevant to Project Management This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.
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In this course, you will use Agile principles and methodologies to execute projects and adapt to changing project requirements. Through hands-on learning, you'll implement Agile practices in a project environment, mastering techniques to foster flexibility, collaboration, and rapid response to evolving project needs. By understanding and applying Agile principles effectively, you'll be equipped to drive project success in dynamic and fast-paced environments, delivering value to stakeholders through iterative and incremental development approaches. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Apply Agile Principles and Methodologies. • Execute projects using Agile methodologies and adapt to changing project requirements. • Implement Agile Practices in a project environment. This is a great way to prepare for the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.
Taught by
Microsoft