Project Management (PRINCE2 & Agile)
- David Ade Academy
- Nov 17, 2024
- 5 min read
Updated: Jul 22
Course Title: PRINCE2 & Agile Project Management
Course Duration: 20 Weeks
Course Format: Online Live Training
Next Start Date: TBC
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to project management, focusing on two popular frameworks: PRINCE2 and Agile. It is designed for beginners who want to learn the core principles, methodologies, and tools of structured project management (PRINCE2) and adaptive, flexible project delivery (Agile). By the end of this course, participants will understand how to select and apply the right project management approach based on project requirements.
Course Structure
Module 1: Introduction to Project Management and Methodologies
Lesson 1.1: What is Project Management?
Overview of project management fundamentals
The role of a project manager
Introduction to key concepts (project scope, objectives, stakeholders, constraints)
Lesson 1.2: Overview of PRINCE2 and Agile
What is PRINCE2? (Projects IN Controlled Environments)
What is Agile? Overview of Agile principles and values
Differences between traditional and Agile project management approaches
Lesson 1.3: Choosing the Right Methodology
When to use PRINCE2 vs Agile or hybrid approaches
Understanding project complexity, team size, and environment
Key factors influencing methodology selection
Module 2: Introduction to PRINCE2 Framework
Lesson 2.1: PRINCE2 Principles
Overview of the 7 PRINCE2 principles (e.g., continued business justification, defined roles, and responsibilities)
Importance of these principles in PRINCE2-managed projects
Practical application of the principles
Lesson 2.2: PRINCE2 Themes
Overview of the 7 PRINCE2 themes (Business Case, Organization, Quality, Risk, Change, Progress, and Plans)
How themes provide structure and consistency
Creating a business case and understanding project risks
Lesson 2.3: PRINCE2 Processes
Overview of the 7 PRINCE2 processes (Starting Up a Project, Directing a Project, Initiating, Controlling, Managing Product Delivery, Closing)
How to manage the project lifecycle using these processes
The relationship between processes and project governance
Module 3: Initiating and Planning a PRINCE2 Project
Lesson 3.1: Starting Up a Project
Conducting feasibility studies
Writing the project brief and business case
Assembling the project team and roles (Project Board, Project Manager)
Lesson 3.2: Creating the Project Plan
Defining project deliverables, timelines, and scope
Developing the project plan, schedule, and budget
Setting up project controls and governance
Lesson 3.3: Managing Risks and Changes in PRINCE2
Implementing the Risk Management Approach in PRINCE2
Managing changes and ensuring project alignment
Utilizing the Change Control Process
Module 4: Introduction to Agile Project Management
Lesson 4.1: Agile Fundamentals and the Agile Manifesto
Overview of Agile principles and values
The Agile Manifesto and its relevance to project management
Key concepts: iterative development, continuous delivery, collaboration, customer feedback
Lesson 4.2: Agile Frameworks and Approaches
Overview of popular Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, Lean)
Understanding the differences between these frameworks
Selecting the right Agile framework for your project
Lesson 4.3: Roles and Responsibilities in Agile Teams
Understanding Agile roles (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Development Team)
Self-organizing teams and collaborative environments
Building an Agile mindset within the team
Module 5: Managing Agile Projects Using Scrum
Lesson 5.1: Introduction to Scrum
Key elements of Scrum: sprints, product backlogs, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews
Managing the product backlog and prioritizing features
Sprint planning and execution
Lesson 5.2: Agile Estimation and Planning
Estimation techniques in Agile (story points, planning poker)
Creating release plans and managing timeboxes
Planning and tracking progress using burn-down charts
Lesson 5.3: Continuous Improvement and Adaptation
Conducting sprint reviews and retrospectives
Implementing feedback for continuous improvement
Managing changing project requirements in Agile
Module 6: Hybrid Project Management Approaches
Lesson 6.1: Combining PRINCE2 and Agile
Understanding how PRINCE2 and Agile can complement each other
How to tailor PRINCE2 for Agile projects (PRINCE2 Agile)
The role of governance in hybrid projects
Lesson 6.2: Balancing Predictability and Flexibility
Using PRINCE2 for governance and Agile for adaptability
Managing risks and stakeholder expectations in hybrid projects
Examples of when to apply hybrid approaches
Lesson 6.3: Case Studies of PRINCE2 and Agile Integration
Review of real-world projects that combined PRINCE2 and Agile
Lessons learned and best practices for hybrid project management
How to handle conflicts between Agile flexibility and PRINCE2 governance
Module 7: Tools for PRINCE2 and Agile Project Management
Lesson 7.1: PRINCE2 Tools and Templates
Key templates used in PRINCE2 (Business Case, Risk Log, Product Description)
Tools for managing PRINCE2 projects (MS Project, SharePoint)
Documenting project progress using PRINCE2 standards
Lesson 7.2: Agile Project Management Tools
Overview of popular Agile tools (JIRA, Trello, Asana)
Using these tools to manage backlogs, sprints, and tasks
Collaboration tools for Agile teams (Slack, MS Teams)
Lesson 7.3: Tracking and Reporting in PRINCE2 and Agile
Reporting progress in PRINCE2 projects (highlight reports, end stage reports)
Reporting in Agile using burn-down charts, velocity reports
Managing stakeholders using project dashboards
Module 8: Project Assessment and Capstone Project
Lesson 8.1: Assessing PRINCE2 Project Success
Key success criteria for PRINCE2 projects
Conducting post-project evaluations
Lessons learned and documenting project closure
Lesson 8.2: Assessing Agile Project Success
Metrics for measuring Agile project success (team velocity, customer satisfaction)
Reviewing project outcomes and team performance
Adapting lessons learned for future projects
Lesson 8.3: Capstone Project Presentation
Final project: Plan and manage a project using PRINCE2 and Agile
Create a project plan, business case, and sprints
Present the hybrid project to peers or instructor for feedback
Learning Objectives
By completing each module, students will achieve the following:
Module 1: Introduction to Project Management
Explain the differences between PRINCE2 and Agile methodologies.
Recognize when to apply each methodology based on project type and environment.
Understand the core elements of project management.
Module 2: Introduction to PRINCE2
Describe the PRINCE2 principles, themes, and processes.
Understand how to manage the project lifecycle using PRINCE2 governance.
Explain the roles and responsibilities within a PRINCE2 project.
Module 3: Initiating and Planning a PRINCE2 Project
Create a project plan, business case, and risk management plan using PRINCE2 processes.
Manage project scope, timelines, and risks using PRINCE2 templates.
Implement changes and monitor project progress in a PRINCE2 framework.
Module 4: Introduction to Agile
Understand the Agile Manifesto and its impact on project management.
Explain how Scrum and other Agile frameworks are used for iterative development.
Identify roles and responsibilities in Agile teams.
Module 5: Managing Agile Projects Using Scrum
Manage product backlogs, sprints, and iterations in an Agile project.
Plan Agile projects using estimation techniques like story points.
Implement sprint reviews and retrospectives to improve team performance.
Module 6: Hybrid Project Management
Combine PRINCE2 governance with Agile flexibility in a hybrid project.
Manage stakeholder expectations and project risks in hybrid environments.
Apply lessons learned from real-world case studies of PRINCE2 and Agile integration.
Module 7: Tools for PRINCE2 and Agile
Use tools like MS Project, JIRA, and Trello to manage PRINCE2 and Agile projects.
Track project progress and report using PRINCE2 and Agile metrics.
Collaborate
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Understand the core principles, processes, and methodologies of both PRINCE2 and Agile project management.
Manage a project lifecycle using PRINCE2 processes and techniques, including planning, controlling, and closing.
Apply Agile frameworks like Scrum to manage iterative development, continuous delivery, and adaptive planning.
Identify the differences and synergies between PRINCE2 and Agile methodologies and apply hybrid project management approaches.
Use project management tools and templates to effectively track and report progress in both PRINCE2 and Agile environments.
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