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This 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.

COURSE OBJECTIVE

After this course, you will understand how to:

• Interpret the basic constructs of SAFe and the steps of the Implementation Roadmap
• Exhibit and apply a Lean-Agile mindset
• Apply SAFe’s Lean and Agile principles to SAFe roles and practices
• Build high-performing teams by establishing mission and purpose
• Use transformational leadership to drive change, develop people, and encourage innovation
• Support PI Planning and the events associated with successful program execution
• Drive continuous value delivery through the Continuous Delivery Pipeline
• Align strategy and execution with Strategic Themes and Lean Portfolio Management
• Coordinate multiple Agile Release Trains and Suppliers with a Solution Train

Registration entitles you to the following:

• Comprehensive participant workbook
• Eligibility to take the SAFe Agilist exam
• One-year membership to Scaled Agile, with access to members-only resources such as webinars, workbooks, guidance presentations, and advance notice of upcoming SAFe products
• SAFe Agilist (SA) attendance certificate upon request

Course Information

Qualification: Leading SAFe® 4.5.1

COURSE CONTENT SUMMARY

• Introducing the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
• Embracing a Lean-Agile Mindset
• Understanding SAFe Principles
• Creating High-Performing Teams and Programs
• Experiencing PI Planning
• Exploring, Executing and Releasing Value
• Leading the Lean-Agile Enterprise
• Empowering a Lean Portfolio
• Building Large Solutions

COURSE BENEFITS

From the course:

• After this course, attendees will be able to:
• Demonstrate how Lean, Agile, and Product Development Flow form the foundation of SAFe
• Explain and promote the use of SAFe
• Identify roles and structures required to scale Agile to the program level
• Execute coordinated releases across a program
• Measure the impact and progress of scaled Agile in a program
• Describe how a program interacts with Program Portfolio Management (PPM)
• Complete the course of study leading to the SAFe Agilist (SA) certification exam

From the workshop:

• 14 PDUs Aligned with PMI talent triangle
• Student Courseware in print
• Eligibility to give the SAFe 4.5.1 Agilist (SA) Certification Exam
• One year membership with Scaled Agile Academy
• SAFe 4.5.1 Agilist (SA) Certification Exam Fees included

COURSE AUDIENCE 

This course is beneficial to all members on an Agile team, but it is targeted at those who are leading the efforts to adopt and scale Lean and Agile principles and practices in an enterprise transformation.

This course is intended for executives, development/QA/program managers, change agents (coaches), anyone helping lead or participating in a SAFe rollout.