Skills Bootcamp in Agile Project Management
Short course
Interested in becoming a Agile Project Manager? Learn the key frameworks used in Agile methodology and how to effectively apply these in project management scenarios.
- Online learning over eight weeks with a time commitment of six hours per week.
- Explore the core foundations that underpin the Agile mindset, such as continuous collaboration and improvement.
- Gain a qualification in Agile Foundations from the British Computer Society.
A key factor of project management is that projects are constrained to a finite timescale and budget. Because of this, a project professional needs a wide range of skills and good business awareness. During this eight week Level 3 Skills Bootcamp in Project Management you'll gain these skills, learn about the key Agile methodology frameworks and how to apply them within project management scenarios.
You’ll also receive a certification in Agile Foundations from the British Computer Society (BCS). Please note each learner will get 1 x Certification credit to take the exam. This exam will take place in person on 16 October. All learners wanting to resit will need to purchase a second credit.
This course is for people looking to start a new career in project management or use the skills learnt to set up as self-employed or to help you secure new work. You must be aged 19+ to apply.
We only accept applications from students who haven't completed a government funded Skills Bootcamp in the last 12 months.
What you'll learn
In this Skills Bootcamp you’ll learn the core foundations that underpin the Agile mindset, such as continuous collaboration and improvement, and Agile approaches to delivery that promote effective working.
You'll cover a variety of topics on the course including:
- Why Agile?
- Individuals and their interactions over processes and tools
- Working software over comprehensive documentation
- Customer collaboration over contract negotiation
- Responding to change over following a plan
- The Agile mindset
- Roles in Agile teams
- Common Agile practices
Week one
- Introductions
- Introduction to project management
- What is Agile?
- Stakeholder, change and risk management
Week two
- Individuals and interactions over processes and tools
- Working software over comprehensive documentation
Week three
- Customer collaboration over contract negotiation.
- Responding to change over following a plan
- Revision of previous learning
Week four
- The Agile mindset
- Roles in Agile teams
Week five
- Common Agile practices
Week six
- Agile in practice
Week seven
- Practical Agile sprint
- Full revision
- BCS exam
Week eight
- Employability
- Graduation
You'll be taught by highly experienced lecturers and also benefit from guest speakers, group exercises, and online learning. You'll attend one in person Agile sprint workshop in Bath on the 15 October, your final exam will also take place in the same week on the 16 October.
The course will be hands-on and includes project work based on real scenarios that form part of the assessment process. You’ll also be given the opportunity to attend extra support sessions and have one-to-one reviews throughout the course to ensure you are on track to reach your goals and provide feedback on your experience.
It's important to note that you're expected to spend a number of hours outside of teaching on independent study to support your learning. You'll be supported by your lecturers during your independent study.
Our wellbeing, employability and careers programme focuses on an evidence-based approach, integrating a positive psychological and coaching approach with employability and career skills. Through conversations, connections and collaborations, these can facilitate positive changes and grow a supportive community.
Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge, skills and experience needed to navigate the job market, portfolio careers and self-employment successfully and to thrive in your career.
To facilitate the building of connection and community you'll be offered a one-to-one wellbeing and careers coaching session when you start your Skills Bootcamp. There'll be two further opportunities to have a one-to-one coaching session during and after your course.
During your course you'll have access to:
- One to one wellbeing and careers coaching
- Workshop sessions and learning huddles
- Wellbeing, careers and creativity immersions
- Networking events with local employers, Skills Bootcamp alumni and fellow learners
These sessions will be outlined to you within your first week. A number of these sessions will be integrated into your core teaching time, with others sitting outside of the main hours.
Throughout your Skills Bootcamp journey, your progress will be reviewed in multiple formats which could include verbal and written feedback, peer feedback, formal assessments and 1-2-1 progress reviews with a Skills Bootcamp team member. You'll also create and deliver a course project where you’ll have the opportunity to showcase the skills you've learned.
The formal assessments will happen at key points during the course but are not pass-or-fail. They are a tool for us to identify your strengths and weaknesses to help us give you the best opportunity to reach your goals during the Skills Bootcamp.
The Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills (Ofsted) regulates the Skills Bootcamps. They inspect services providing education and skills for learners of all ages. They also inspect and regulate services that care for children and young people.
This means that all Skills Bootcamp providers must meet Ofsted’s framework regulations, therefore, ensuring you have a good experience on your learning journey. However, at any point during the delivery of the Skills Bootcamp, the University might be inspected by Ofsted. While this won't impact your day-to-day participation on the course, Ofsted might request to speak to you to gain insights into your Skills Bootcamp experience.
Interested in applying?
We’re looking for you to have an interest in project management or taking your existing management skills to the next level. While some previous knowledge is desirable, the most important factor is a positive mindset.
This course is for people looking to start a new career in project management or use the skills learnt to set up as self-employed or to help you secure new work.
You must:
- Be aged 19+
- Be living in Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol, South Gloucestershire or North Somerset
- Have the right to live and work in the UK
- Agree to provide mandatory personal data and supplementary information on your career outcomes for up to eight months following completion of the Skills Bootcamp
- Not have completed a Skills Bootcamp funded by the Department for Education (DfE) in the last 12 months
- Have access to a computer and Excel
Your device can be either a personal Windows device or a work device. If you're using a work device you'll need full admin rights and enough RAM and memory to support your studies.
Your device should be able to hold a steady internet connection and be able to download and work with tools such as Microsoft Teams and Figma.
Your computer will also need a working microphone, speakers and web camera.
This course cannot be undertaken on a mobile device.
Before you start your course it’s important to make sure that your computer is in working order and is properly equipped for your course. You need to be prepared for any situation that could arise, for example contributing within class.
If your microphone and camera don't work you will struggle to participate.
Our Skills Bootcamp in Agile Project Management is funded by the Department for Education (DfE), and therefore is free. We only accept applications from students who haven't completed a government funded Skills Bootcamp in the last 12 months.
If you're being sent for training by your employer, your employer will need to pay up to 30% of the total fees depending on the size of the company. If this is the case, please contact us at shortcourses@bathspa.ac.uk for more details.
The next course starts on:
- Tuesday 3 September for eight weeks, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 4:30pm - 7pm
Please note the following in person days:
Week 1
- 5 September, 10am - 2pm
Ignite your career with creativity, curiosity, wisdom and positivity in this unique one day workshop. Join us at the start of your Skills Bootcamp journey for an exciting blend of creative ideation, coaching, positive psychology and wellbeing, designed specifically for our students.
Week 7
- 15 October, 10am - 3pm
You'll attend an all day Agile Sprint workshop.
Week 7
- 16 October, 9am - 3pm
On this day you'll take your final exam.
- Complete the application form. This will take roughly ten minutes to complete, and you’ll need your National Insurance number
- If you meet the basic eligibility criteria for this Skills Bootcamp, a member of our team will have a short phone call with you to ensure your suitability for the course. Please have to hand the operating system and amount of RAM your device has for this call.
- If you are suitable for the course our team will contact you a couple of days after your phone call to offer you a place on the course and provide you with the enrollment forms that you must fill out
- Once you’ve returned your enrollment forms, you’ll be successfully enrolled on the course. You’ll be invited to an induction day prior to the course starting.
What happens after completing a Skills Bootcamp?
After completing your Skills Bootcamp you’ll be supported by your Career Development Coach for six months. This includes help with interviews, updating your CV and putting together a business plan. You’ll have access to additional training such as our Entrepreneurship for Beginners short course.
During and after your course you’ll be invited to a Skills Bootcamps students and alumni LinkedIn group in which you can network and celebrate your career success with your fellow learners.
Once you’ve finished your Skills Bootcamp you’ll be sent a monthly newsletter with the latest job vacancies and networking events.
As our Skills Bootcamps are fully funded by the Department for Education, there is an expectation that you'll keep in touch with us to let us know about any career progression opportunities you receive after completing the short course. You’ll be provided with a short declaration form to fill out once you've secured new work.
Contact us
If you have any queries please contact shortcourses@bathspa.ac.uk
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