Duration: 8 weeks (excluding orientation)

More and more, organisations are adopting an Agile Project Management strategy that prioritises frequent reassessment and adaptation of plans, in order to improve project efficiency and respond to the dynamic complexities of modern business. Accordingly, it can be hugely beneficial for project management practitioners to have a firm grasp of the core principles, values, and methods of this approach.

The University of Cape Town (UCT) Agile Project Management online short course aims to equip you with the knowledge and practical tools you need to function effectively in Agile business environments. You’ll gain skills applicable to your current role, and learn to develop an Agile Project Management framework, including appropriate implementation methods, an adaptive plan, and a risk-monitoring strategy.

This course is suited to working professionals who want to harness the benefits of the Agile approach to enhance project efficiency and adaptability. It is ideal for existing project managers who are eager to develop relevant skills and acquire up-to-date knowledge that will help them perform optimally in current and future roles. Similarly, it may be beneficial for managers seeking to understand the business contexts that are best suited to the Agile methodology. While there are no formal prerequisites for this course, some knowledge of, or prior experience in project management is recommended.

GetSmarter is approved by the Project Management Institute (PMI®) as an Authorized Training Partner (ATP), a partnership that enables you to join the world’s largest project management network. This Agile Project Management online short course will count for 68.50 PDUs in total, and the division of hours is as follows: Technical - 33.25, Leadership - 9.25, Strategic - 26.00.

PMI is responsible for setting project management standards and providing certification. By taking this course, you’ll gain PMI-endorsed skills that are globally recognised. You can also use these learning hours towards furthering your professional project management development. See PMI.org for more information.

Please note that GetSmarter and UCT bear no responsibility for the reporting of these PDUs and/or hours to the PMI. The onus, therefore, falls on you to do so.

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