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Course Outline
What the programme covers, module by module.
Module 1: Introduction to Agile
- Agile concepts
- Agile values
- Agile principles
- Iterative development
- Incremental delivery
- Agile team collaboration
Module 2: Scrum Fundamentals
- Scrum framework
- Scrum roles
- Product backlog
- Sprint concepts
- Scrum events
- Scrum artefacts
Module 3: Kanban Fundamentals
- Kanban principles
- Visualising work
- Work in progress
- Flow management
- Kanban boards
- Continuous improvement
Module 4: Introduction to Jira
- Jira overview
- Key features
- Common use cases
- Jira terminology
- Agile project management
- Jira ecosystem
Module 5: Navigating Jira
- Jira interface
- Project navigation
- Work items
- Search
- Filters
- Personal settings
Module 6: Creating & Managing Projects
- Creating projects
- Project templates
- Scrum projects
- Kanban projects
- Project settings
- Project configuration
Module 7: Jira Work Items
- Epics
- Stories
- Tasks
- Bugs
- Subtasks
- Work item relationships
Module 8: Creating & Managing Work Items
- Creating work items
- Assigning responsibility
- Priorities
- Due dates
- Labels
- Attachments
Module 9: Product Backlog Management
- Backlog concepts
- Creating backlog items
- Prioritising work
- Backlog refinement
- Ranking items
- Managing requirements
Module 10: Sprint Planning
- Sprint goals
- Creating sprints
- Selecting backlog items
- Sprint capacity
- Estimation
- Starting a sprint
Module 11: Managing Active Sprints
- Scrum boards
- Work status
- Updating items
- Tracking progress
- Sprint changes
- Completing sprints
Module 12: Kanban Boards
- Board configuration
- Workflow columns
- Work-in-progress limits
- Managing flow
- Backlog options
- Continuous delivery
Module 13: Agile Estimation
- Estimation concepts
- Story points
- Relative estimation
- Planning Poker concepts
- Team velocity
- Forecasting work
Module 14: Jira Workflows
- Workflow concepts
- Statuses
- Transitions
- Workflow design
- Workflow configuration
- Process standardisation
Module 15: Search, Filters & JQL
- Basic search
- Advanced search
- JQL fundamentals
- Search operators
- Saved filters
- Sharing filters
Module 16: Releases & Versions
- Release planning
- Versions
- Assigning work to releases
- Release progress
- Release readiness
- Managing versions
Module 17: Dashboards & Gadgets
- Jira dashboards
- Creating dashboards
- Dashboard gadgets
- Filter results
- Team visibility
- Customising dashboards
Module 18: Agile Reports
- Burndown charts
- Burnup concepts
- Velocity charts
- Sprint reports
- Cumulative flow diagrams
- Control charts
Module 19: Jira Automation
- Automation concepts
- Automation rules
- Triggers
- Conditions
- Actions
- Workflow automation
Module 20: Permissions & Team Collaboration
- Project roles
- Permission concepts
- Access management
- Comments
- Mentions
- Notifications
Module 21: Jira Integrations
- Integration concepts
- Confluence integration
- Development tool integration
- Connected applications
- Information sharing
- Collaborative workflows
Module 22: Agile Project Management Best Practices
- Backlog quality
- Sprint discipline
- Workflow optimisation
- Reporting practices
- Team collaboration
- Continuous improvement
Who it's for & what's included
Pick a delivery method to see exactly who it suits and everything you receive.
Classroom
Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor on-site
- ✓ Printed workbook & materials
- ✓ Group exercises & case studies
Online Instructor-Led
Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor via video call
- ✓ Digital workbook & resources
- ✓ Session recordings
Self-Paced
Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.
Everything you get
- ✓ On-demand video lessons
- ✓ Interactive quizzes
- ✓ 24/7 access on any device
Course Overview
The Jira & Agile Tools Certification course equips working professionals with practical skills for managing Agile projects using Jira. Learners explore Agile principles, Scrum and Kanban, Jira projects, issues, backlogs, sprints, boards, workflows, estimation, releases, dashboards, reports, automation, permissions, integrations, and practical approaches for improving project visibility and team collaboration.