Overview

Google, IBM & Meta Certificates – 40% Off

One plan covers every Professional Certificate on Coursera.

Build the practical skills needed to apply, evaluate, and optimize Agile practices across real-world projects. In this course, you will explore the Agile mindset, core values, and principles while developing a strong understanding of the Scrum framework, including its roles, events, artifacts, and team structures. As you progress, you will learn how to implement Scrum effectively by analyzing Sprint events, creating well-formed User Stories with acceptance criteria, and organizing product backlogs using Epics and Themes. You will also examine Agile estimation techniques, compare Story Points and Ideal Days, apply Planning Poker, and understand when re-estimation is needed to support effective planning. The course concludes with Agile prioritization and planning strategies, where you will evaluate work using risk-, value-, and financial-based approaches, identify Minimum Marketable Features (MMFs), and apply timeboxing and last-minute planning to maintain delivery focus. Designed for learners who want to strengthen their Agile and Scrum knowledge, this course combines Agile principles with practical planning, estimation, and prioritization techniques. By the end of the course, you will be able to evaluate Agile workflows, optimize backlog management, and support continuous improvement through structured Agile planning and value-driven delivery.

Syllabus

Agile Mindset & Frameworks

This module introduces learners to the foundational concepts, principles, and frameworks of Agile. It explores Agile values, the 12 principles, and how teams collaborate effectively to deliver customer value in dynamic environments. The module also provides a comprehensive understanding of Scrum fundamentals, including roles, events, and practices, and emphasizes the importance of cross-functional, self-organizing teams. By the end of the module, learners will be equipped with the essential knowledge to understand Agile philosophy and apply Scrum practices effectively in real-world projects.

Scrum in Action

This module provides a practical exploration of Scrum in real-world scenarios, focusing on the events, artifacts, and practices that drive successful Agile delivery. Learners will examine each Scrum event, including Sprint Reviews, Daily Scrums, Retrospectives, and other Sprint meetings, to understand their purpose, timing, and outcomes. The module also delves into the concept of Increments, and the creation and management of User Stories, Epics, and Themes, ensuring learners can craft effective backlog items. By the end of the module, participants will be able to apply Scrum practices to facilitate transparency, inspect progress, and adapt product development effectively.

Agile Estimation Techniques

This module introduces learners to the core concepts, methods, and practices of estimation within Agile frameworks. It covers the importance of estimation in planning and prioritization, introduces units like Ideal Days and Story Points, and explains how effort and size are assessed. Learners will explore collaborative estimation techniques such as Planning Poker and understand when and why re-estimation is necessary. By the end of the module, learners will be able to apply consistent, team-driven estimation strategies to support iterative planning and delivery in Agile environments.

Agile Prioritization & Planning

This module explores how Agile teams make strategic decisions about what to build and when through prioritization and structured planning techniques. It introduces risk- and value-based prioritization models, including the Kano model and financial methods like NPV, IRR, and Payback. Learners will also explore the concept of Minimum Marketable Features (MMFs), the importance of last-minute planning, and timeboxing as a discipline for staying focused and productive. By the end of this module, learners will be equipped to prioritize backlog items effectively and use planning tools to guide Agile delivery.