Managing Scrum/Kanban with JIRA

This course, “JIRA for Scrum Masters and Product Owners,” is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge required to proficiently utilize JIRA Cloud for Agile project management.

In this 1-day course, through a combination of theory, hands-on exercises, and real-world examples, this comprehensive program will empower Scrum Masters and Product Owners to effectively lead their teams, manage projects, and streamline workflows using JIRA. From navigating the JIRA interface to mastering advanced techniques, participants will gain a holistic understanding of how to leverage JIRA for enhanced collaboration and efficient product and delivery management

What you’ll learn

By completing this course, you will:

• Gain a deep understanding of JIRA’s role in Agile methodologies.
• Navigate the JIRA Cloud interface with confidence.
• Create and manage Agile projects, boards, and issues.
• Effectively collaborate, communicate, and coordinate with your team using JIRA.
• Plan, execute, and monitor sprints and iterations using JIRA boards.
• Analyze key metrics and reports to drive continuous improvement.
• Customize JIRA to match your team’s unique workflows and processes.
• Develop an Agile mindset and apply it to JIRA practices.

Topics covered

• Introduction to JIRA and its significance in Agile practices.
• Navigating the JIRA Cloud interface and personalization.
• Creating and managing Agile projects and boards.
• Handling user stories, epics, and backlog management.
• Collaborating and communicating effectively using JIRA.
• Sprint planning, execution, and monitoring in JIRA.
• Generating and interpreting Agile reports and metrics.
• Advanced techniques and customization for JIRA.
• Best practices for Scrum Masters and Product Owners in JIRA.
• Hands-on workshops and real-world case studies.

Nurturing Lean-Agile Mindsets

As a JIRA practitioner, you’ll foster an Agile mindset by embracing iterative processes, valuing collaboration and feedback, and continuously seeking opportunities for improvement.

You’ll apply Agile principles to your JIRA practices, promoting flexibility, adaptability, and customer-centricity in project management.

By integrating Agile values into your JIRA workflows, you’ll empower your teams to deliver high-quality results, respond to change, and drive innovation.

Prerequisites

• Basic familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.).
• No prior experience with JIRA is required, but some exposure to project management tools is beneficial.

Who will benefit?

• Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches
• Product Owners and Product Managers
• Project Managers and Team Leads
• Anyone involved in Agile project management and collaboration

What you get?

• In-depth knowledge of using JIRA Cloud for Agile project management.
• Practical skills to navigate JIRA, create projects, manage issues, and more.
• Course materials, resources, and access to hands-on exercises.
• Certificate of Completion for the “JIRA for Scrum Masters and Product Owners” course.

What does the certification include?

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate validating their proficiency in utilizing JIRA for Agile product/project management.

The certification will demonstrate your expertise in effectively managing projects, fostering collaboration, and applying Agile principles using JIRA Cloud.

Professional Development Units (PDUs) and Scrum Education Units (SEUs)

Attendees may be eligible to apply for 7 PDUs toward their continuing education requirements with the Project Management Institute (PMI) for PMP, PgMP, and PMI-ACP certifications.

Attendees may be eligible to apply for SEUs under Category C, toward earning or renewing their CSP through Scrum Alliance.

Annual Renewal

The certification obtained through this course will require no annual renewal. However, we recommend practitioners stay updated with the latest developments and best practices in JIRA and Agile product or project management.