This Agile Estimation and Planning course provides the skills to estimate, plan, monitor, and control projects effectively. Start with Estimation Foundations to explore core concepts and apply techniques like user personas to define requirements and improve accuracy. Then, learn User Stories and Epics to write stories, manage epics, and prioritize backlogs with the Value Risk Matrix and Kano Model. Next, master Story Points and Estimation Methods such as Planning Poker and Affinity Estimation to align teams and deliver accurate forecasts. Finally, apply Agile Planning and Monitoring to create release plans, conduct sprints, and use burndown charts and information radiators to track progress and address roadblocks.
Agile Estimation Planning and Tracking Training
Agile Estimation Planning and Tracking Training
This course is part of Master Agile Scrum with Specialization Certification Specialization
Instructor: Priyanka Mehta
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What you'll learn
Grasp Agile estimation concepts with practical techniques
Write effective user stories, manage epics, and prioritize backlogs
Apply estimation methods like Planning Poker and Affinity Estimation
Create release plans, manage sprints, and monitor progress with charts
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October 2025
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This course is part of the Master Agile Scrum with Specialization Certification Specialization
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There are 5 modules in this course
This module introduces Agile estimation, planning, monitoring, and controlling, setting the foundation for effective project management. Learn essential terms and concepts of Agile estimating and understand its role in guiding project success. Explore practical techniques through activities like writing user personas, reinforcing skills to define requirements, improve accuracy, and plan iterations with confidence.
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5 videos1 reading2 assignments1 plugin
This module focuses on creating and managing user stories and epics to drive Agile project success. Learn what makes an effective user story and practice writing them for Agile teams. Explore the role of epics, their impact on planning, and apply the relative weighting method. Reinforce skills with activities like prioritizing backlogs using the Value Risk Matrix and Kano Model to maximize business value.
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5 videos3 assignments1 plugin
This module explores story points and Agile estimation methods to improve project planning accuracy. Learn how story points differ from ideal time estimates and why they matter for Agile teams. Discover key estimation techniques, including Planning Poker and Affinity Estimation, to encourage collaboration, align team understanding, and deliver realistic, value-driven forecasts for successful sprints.
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5 videos3 assignments1 plugin
This module covers Agile planning and monitoring, guiding you from vision to execution. Learn how to prioritize a product backlog, create effective release plans, and conduct commitment-driven sprint planning. Explore Agile monitoring techniques to track progress, identify roadblocks, and manage deviations. Reinforce concepts through discussions and activities that strengthen planning and delivery skills.
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9 videos3 assignments1 plugin
This module focuses on Agile monitoring and control techniques to ensure project transparency and alignment. Learn how to use information radiators and burndown charts to track progress and keep teams informed. Explore Agile controlling practices, including effective communication with stakeholders, to address issues early. Conclude with key takeaways that strengthen control, visibility, and delivery success.
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It focuses on Agile estimation, planning, monitoring, and control to improve accuracy, transparency, and delivery in projects.
Project managers, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Agile team members, and beginners aiming to build Agile estimation and planning expertise.
You’ll learn to write user stories and epics, apply Planning Poker and Affinity Estimation, create release and sprint plans, and monitor progress with burndown charts and radiators.
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