Introduction

Agile Portfolio and Program Management is essential for organizations striving to enhance flexibility, transparency, and performance in the current dynamic market landscape. This 5-day course is designed for professionals aiming to integrate agile principles into portfolio and program management to achieve better alignment between business strategies and operational execution.

Objectives

• Understand the principles of agile methodologies at the portfolio and program level.
• Learn to apply agile practices to manage and prioritize work across multiple teams and initiatives.
• Gain skills in creating strategic alignment between business goals and agile delivery.
• Explore tools and techniques to facilitate agile transformations at scale.
• Develop leadership competencies necessary for successful agile portfolio and program management.

Course Outlines

Day 1: Introduction to Agile Portfolio Management

• Overview of Agile Principles and Mindset
• Agile vs. Traditional Portfolio Management
• The Role of the Agile Portfolio Manager
• Setting Up an Agile Portfolio Management Office (APMO)
• Aligning Portfolio Management with Organizational Strategy

Day 2: Agile Program Management Essentials

• Defining Agile Programs and Their Structures
• Program Increment Planning and Execution
• Syncing Programs with Agile Development Teams
• Facilitating Coordination Across Programs
• Program Metrics and Effective Reporting

Day 3: Agile Portfolio and Program Governance

• Principles of Agile Governance
• Setting Up Agile Governance Structures
• Risk Management in Agile Portfolio and Program
• Resource Allocation and Financial Management
• Continuous Improvement in Portfolio Governance

Day 4: Scaling Agile Across the Enterprise

• Frameworks for Scaling Agile (SAFe, LeSS, Disciplined Agile)
• Implementing Agile at Scale
• Challenges in Scaling Agile Practices
• Managing Change During Agile Transformation
• Case Studies of Successful Agile Scaling

Day 5: Agile Leadership and Cultural Change

• Traits of an Agile Leader
• Building an Agile Culture
• Empowering Teams and Encouraging Collaboration
• Overcoming Resistance to Change
• Creating a Sustainable Agile Environment