Deliver Projects on Time & on Budget with AgilePM Foundation
The AgilePM® Foundation certification, awarded by APMG International, is the world’s leading Agile project management qualification. Built on the proven DSDM (Dynamic Systems Development Method) framework, it is the only Agile approach that covers the full project lifecycle – from feasibility and foundations through to deployment and post-project review.
This course equips you with a practical, repeatable method for managing Agile projects in any organisation. You’ll learn how to balance structure with flexibility, prioritise deliverables using MoSCoW, and keep teams aligned through timeboxing and iterative development – all while maintaining governance and stakeholder confidence.
What You’ll Learn
- The philosophy, principles & lifecycle of the DSDM Agile framework
- How to apply the eight DSDM principles to real-world projects
- MoSCoW prioritisation – categorising requirements as Must, Should, Could & Won’t Have
- Timeboxing techniques for iterative, on-time delivery
- DSDM roles & responsibilities at project, solution-development & management levels
- The 14 DSDM products (artifacts) and when to use each one
- Project phases: Feasibility, Foundations, Evolutionary Development & Deployment
- How to maintain control & governance while embracing change in Agile projects
Entry Requirements
- No formal prerequisites – the Foundation level is open to all candidates
- A basic understanding of project management concepts is recommended but not required
Course Details
- Duration: 3 days (instructor-led training plus exam)
- Certification: APMG International
- Exam: 50 multiple-choice questions – 40 minutes – 50% pass mark (25/50), closed book
Who Should Enrol?
- Project Managers: Looking to adopt a proven Agile delivery method alongside traditional approaches
- Agile Team Members: Seeking a formal understanding of Agile project governance & lifecycle management
- Business Analysts & Product Owners: Wanting to improve requirements prioritisation & stakeholder engagement
- Programme & Portfolio Managers: Needing visibility into how Agile projects fit within broader organisational governance
- Aspiring AgilePM Practitioners: Building the foundation required to progress to the AgilePM Practitioner certification