Managing Projects using Waterfall and Agile Techniques Training Course

Business analysis is the process of examining, understanding, and defining business needs in order to develop solutions that meet those needs. It is a crucial element in the change management process within an organization and in designing new business solutions. Business analysis aims to ensure that technological, process, or organizational solutions meet business goals and needs. It plays a vital role in ensuring the effectiveness of projects and changes within an organization by ensuring that the implemented solutions are accurate, feasible, and fully aligned with business requirements.

The "Scrum for the Advanced Scrum Master + Preparation for PSM II" training is aimed at experienced Scrum Masters who wish to expand their competencies, understand the workings of Scrum more deeply, and become true leaders in the agile approach. The course includes interpretation of the Scrum Guide in line with the vision of Scrum.org, which is key in the context of the PSM II exam. Participants gain practical knowledge about comprehensiveness, the empirical approach, Scrum values, and the role of the Scrum Master as a leader. Additionally, the course prepares for the PSM II exam, based on the latest version of the Scrum Guide.

This course emphasizes the business analyst role required to thrive on Agile projects. Participants will learn how to collaborate effectively with the Team, Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Customer to streamline the development process. Through a simulated project, attendees will practice handling common scenarios.

This course is designed for test managers, quality assurance professionals, testers, software developers, project managers, and management teams. It explains how Agile project management frameworks, particularly SCRUM, approach testing activities.

By the end of the course, each participant will design and execute a test plan for a sample application (which can be a real client application, if available).

This 2-day course provides a brief introduction to Agile software testing. It deals with foundational test concepts, within the context of Agile (Scrum) development and uses Crispin & Gregory’s Agile Testing Quadrants model as a framework to explore contemporary principles and practices of Agile testing.

Intended Audience

This course is intended for development teams who want to improve their testing practices in an Agile context.

It is also suitable for those intending to pursue testing as a specific career and is a suitable pre-requisite for the iSQI Certified Agile Tester course.

This instructor-led live training in Romania (online or onsite) targets beginner to intermediate-level professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of Scrum and pass the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification exam.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Master the fundamentals and concepts of Scrum.
• Gain core competencies to handle internal and external distractions in project development.
• Master the ins and outs of all Scrum ceremonies.
• Gain proficiency in executing Scrum.
• Take the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Certification Exam with confidence.

JIRA Software is a robust tool for Project Management, yet users often focus more on the tool itself than on the underlying methodology.

This instructor-led live training introduces participants to the combined power of Jira and Confluence, demonstrating how these tools work together to help teams successfully deliver products or projects. Participants will learn to utilize these tools efficiently to streamline User Requirements, Testing, and Communication, all centralized in one place.

The course covers JIRA projects, Confluence spaces, workflows, boards (Kanban & Scrum), planning and dependencies, Jira/Confluence integration, reporting, essential fields, custom fields, issue types, screens, and filtering.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create a Scrum or Kanban project
• Configure Jira to manage projects effectively
• Manage issues efficiently
• Design the necessary screens for handling different issue types
• Create workflows and boards, and understand their interaction
• Perform basic and advanced searches and analysis
• Generate and review reports for both the team and management

The training allows you to familiarize yourself with the knowledge, techniques, tools and practices in the field of project management based on the "Scrum framework" from the perspective of the Scrum Master - the leader responsible for understanding and applying Scrum, efficiency.

The training is dedicated to people interested in implementing Agile approaches in the organization, people participating in projects, project managers implementing or planning to implement Agile approaches in projects.

The training consists of a substantive part, workshops and practical examples. As part of the training, participants are prepared for certification - Scrum Master through a test exam and have the opportunity to take the certification exam.
Training language: Polish/English
Exam language: English

• Passing score: 85%
• Time limit: 60 minutes
• Number of Questions: 80
• Format: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer, True/False

The PSPO II is an advanced-level certification program from Scrum.org that emphasizes professional product ownership within complex business environments.

This instructor-led, live training session is available either online or on-site. It is designed for experienced Product Owners, product managers, and Agile leaders who aim to maximize product value and master contemporary product management methodologies.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Comprehend advanced Product Owner stances and implement them effectively in real-world scenarios.
• Utilize stakeholder management and product strategy techniques to optimize value creation.
• Apply Evidence-Based Management (EBM) principles to drive outcome-focused product delivery.
• Prepare thoroughly and confidently for the PSPO II assessment.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and group discussions.
• Analysis of case studies and scenario-based exercises.
• Practical group activities and role-playing simulations.

Course Customization Options

• To arrange a tailored version of this training, please get in touch with us.

This two-day course teaches the Lean-Agile principles and practices of the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®).

You’ll learn how to execute and release value through Agile Release Trains, how to build an Agile Portfolio, and how to lead a Lean-Agile transformation at enterprise scale.

You will gain an understanding of the Lean-Agile mindset and how to apply the principles and practices of SAFe to support Agile teams, programs, program portfolio management, and to coordinate large Value Streams. Attending the class prepares you to take the exam and become a certified SAFe® Agilist (SA). Associated Certification: SAFe Agilist (SA)

This intensive two-day program equips existing Scrum Masters with the leadership skills necessary to drive success at the team, program, and enterprise levels within a SAFe® implementation. Participants will learn how to facilitate cross-team collaboration to support effective program execution and continuous improvement. The curriculum expands the traditional Scrum framework by introducing scalable engineering and DevOps practices, demonstrating how to apply Kanban to optimize value flow, and guiding interactions with architects, product management, and key stakeholders in broader enterprise contexts. Through actionable strategies for building high-performing teams and addressing common Agile and Scrum anti-patterns, this course prepares attendees to sit for the exam and earn their SAFe® Advanced Scrum Master (ASM) certification.

This two-day program is tailored to assist teams belonging to an Agile Release Train (ART) in operating efficiently within an Agile setting. By leveraging frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, and XP, participants will learn how to function as cohesive Agile Teams, effectively create and manage their backlogs, and successfully plan and deliver iterations. The curriculum places strong emphasis on understanding the team’s specific role within the ART, fostering collaboration, planning, execution, and continuous improvement in conjunction with other teams.

The training equips teams to actively engage in Program Increments (PI), addressing both Team-level and Program-level events, with a special focus on upcoming PI planning sessions. Upon course completion, participants will be well-prepared to take the certification exam to achieve the SAFe® Practitioner (SP) credential.

By the conclusion of the course, participants will be capable of:

• Implementing SAFe principles to scale Lean and Agile practices throughout the organization.
• Comprehending their team’s role within the Agile Release Train and its contribution to overarching objectives.
• Identifying other teams within the train, including their respective roles and interdependencies.
• Effectively planning and executing iterations.
• Showing delivered value and driving continuous process improvement.
• Actively participating in and contributing to Program Increment planning.
• Collaborating and integrating work with other teams within the Agile Release Train.

This instructor-led, live training in Romania (online or onsite) targets professionals without prior agile experience who wish to use Scrum and Kanban to organize work more effectively, improve team collaboration, and deliver results with greater transparency.

The Scrum Master is a pivotal role within any Agile/Scrum team. This course provides participants with essential knowledge of the Scrum framework, equipping them to successfully take the online Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master (PSM1) certification exam.

Target Audience:

This training is ideal for current or aspiring Scrum Masters, as well as professionals working within Scrum environments who require a comprehensive understanding of Scrum methodologies.

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the foundational origins of Agile methodologies.
• Comprehend and apply the core values and principles of Agile.
• Distinguish between predictive processes and empirical approaches used in Agile.
• Gain a thorough understanding of Scrum roles, artifacts, events, and practices.
• Be fully prepared to take the Professional Scrum Master (PSM1) exam.