Agile Project Management with JIRA Training Course

Module 1: Introduction to Agile Project Management

• Overview of Agile methodologies
• Key principles of Agile
• Benefits of Agile project management
• Introduction to Scrum framework
• Practical session: Case study analysis

Module 2: Setting Up JIRA for Agile Projects

• Introduction to JIRA
• Configuring JIRA for Agile projects
• Creating and managing projects in JIRA
• Setting up Agile boards and workflows
• Practical session: JIRA setup exercise

Module 3: Issue and Task Management in JIRA

• Creating and managing issues in JIRA
• Setting issue priorities and assignments
• Tracking issue progress and resolution
• Using JIRA filters and queries
• Practical session: Issue management workshop

Module 4: Sprint Planning and Execution

• Creating and managing sprints in JIRA
• Planning and estimating sprint tasks
• Conducting sprint reviews and retrospectives
• Monitoring sprint progress using JIRA
• Practical session: Sprint planning exercise

Module 5: Reporting and Analytics in JIRA

• Generating reports in JIRA
• Using dashboards for project tracking
• Analyzing project data and metrics
• Customizing JIRA reports and views
• Practical session: Reporting and analytics workshop

Module 6: Advanced JIRA Features and Integrations

• Using JIRA plugins and add-ons
• Integrating JIRA with other tools (e.g., Confluence, Bitbucket)
• Automating workflows in JIRA
• Advanced JIRA customization options
• Practical session: Advanced JIRA features exercise

Module 7: Agile Project Monitoring and Control

• Monitoring project progress using Agile metrics
• Implementing Agile control techniques
• Managing project risks in Agile projects
• Ensuring project compliance and governance
• Practical session: Project monitoring simulation

Module 8: Agile Leadership and Team Collaboration

• Leading Agile teams
• Facilitating Agile ceremonies (e.g., daily stand-ups, sprint reviews)
• Effective communication strategies
• Building a collaborative team culture
• Practical session: Leadership and collaboration role-play

Module 9: Scaling Agile with JIRA

• Implementing Agile at scale
• Using JIRA for large-scale Agile projects
• Managing multiple teams and projects in JIRA
• Best practices for scaling Agile
• Practical session: Scaling Agile workshop

Module 10: Project Closure and Continuous Improvement

• Closing an Agile project
• Conducting project retrospectives
• Documenting lessons learned
• Implementing continuous improvement strategies
• Practical session: Project closure workshop

Requirements

Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

Applicants must live up to Armstrong Global Institute admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.

Or call us on +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588