Professional Certificate in Agile Project Management – Ransford Global
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Ransford's · Level 14 Professional Certificate

Professional Certificate in Agile Project Management

A professional certificate for project managers, scrum masters, product owners, team leads, business analysts, and delivery professionals seeking advanced skills in agile ways of working, Scrum, Kanban, Lean delivery, agile planning and estimation, stakeholder engagement, agile metrics, and scaling agile across teams.

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Programme Outcome

Upon completion of the Professional Certificate in Agile Project Management, learners will be equipped with professional-level knowledge and practical skills in agile project delivery. Graduates will be prepared for roles as agile project managers, Scrum Masters, product owners, delivery leads, agile coaches, and project team leads, and will receive a verifiable Professional Certificate issued by Ransford Global Professional Development Ltd.

100% Online Delivery

All content is delivered conveniently via WhatsApp and Email. Study at your own pace, receive module materials directly on your phone, and submit assessments through the same channels — no physical classes required.

Course Structure — 6 Modules · 36 Units

A professional curriculum spanning agile foundations, the Scrum framework, Kanban and Lean flow-based delivery, agile planning and estimation, delivery and stakeholder engagement, and agile metrics, scaling, and professional practice — with 6 units per module.

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Module 16 units1
APM 101

Foundations of Agile Project Management

6Units
OnlineFormat
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  • 1Agile Mindset, Values and Principles — The Agile Manifesto and what it means in practice.
  • 2Agile vs Traditional Project Management — When and why agile works.
  • 3Overview of Agile Frameworks — Scrum, Kanban, Lean, XP, and SAFe.
  • 4Agile Roles and Responsibilities — Product Owner, Scrum Master, and the team.
  • 5The Agile Project Lifecycle — From vision to iterative delivery.
  • 6Agile Principles and Professional Ethics — Transparency, courage, and accountability.
Module 26 units2
APM 102

Scrum Framework and Practices

6Units
OnlineFormat
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  • 1Scrum Theory and Pillars — Transparency, inspection, and adaptation.
  • 2Scrum Roles — Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Developers.
  • 3Scrum Events — Sprint, Planning, Daily Scrum, Review, and Retrospective.
  • 4Scrum Artifacts — Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Increment.
  • 5Definition of Done and Acceptance Criteria — Quality built into delivery.
  • 6Scrum Anti‑Patterns and Common Pitfalls — Avoiding "Scrum‑but" behaviours.
Module 36 units3
APM 103

Kanban, Lean and Flow‑Based Delivery

6Units
OnlineFormat
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  • 1Kanban Principles and Practices — Visualise, limit, and improve.
  • 2Visualising Work and Workflow — Boards, columns, and policies.
  • 3Limiting WIP and Managing Flow — Getting work finished, not started.
  • 4Lean Thinking and Waste Reduction — Removing what doesn't add value.
  • 5Flow Metrics — Cycle time, lead time, and throughput.
  • 6Kanban Boards and Continuous Improvement — Evolving the system over time.
Module 46 units4
APM 104

Agile Planning, Estimation and Backlog Management

6Units
OnlineFormat
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  • 1Agile Planning Levels — Vision, release, and sprint planning.
  • 2User Stories and Acceptance Criteria — Writing work that delivers value.
  • 3Backlog Refinement and Prioritisation — Keeping the backlog ready.
  • 4Estimation Techniques — Story points, planning poker, and t‑shirt sizing.
  • 5Release Planning and Roadmaps — Communicating direction without false precision.
  • 6Forecasting and Capacity Planning — Using velocity to plan realistically.
Module 56 units5
APM 105

Agile Delivery, Stakeholder Engagement and Team Dynamics

6Units
OnlineFormat
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  • 1Facilitating Agile Ceremonies and Meetings — Making time together count.
  • 2Stakeholder Engagement and Communication — Keeping everyone aligned.
  • 3Building High‑Performing Teams — Trust, safety, and shared purpose.
  • 4Servant Leadership and Coaching — Leading without commanding.
  • 5Managing Risks and Impediments — Clearing the path for delivery.
  • 6Agile Contracts and Vendor Collaboration — Working well with external partners.
Module 66 units6
APM 106

Agile Metrics, Scaling and Professional Practice

6Units
OnlineFormat
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  • 1Agile Metrics and Reporting — Velocity, burndown, burnup, and cumulative flow.
  • 2Measuring Value and Outcomes — Beyond output to impact.
  • 3Scaling Agile — SAFe, LeSS, and Nexus in overview.
  • 4Agile Transformation and Organisational Change — Making agile stick.
  • 5Tools and Automation for Agile Teams — Supporting the work, not replacing it.
  • 6Capstone: Agile Project Delivery Plan and Portfolio — Designing a practical agile delivery plan for a real or simulated project.

Why choose the Professional Certificate in Agile Project Management?

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Complete Agile Skill Set

Mindset, Scrum, Kanban, Lean, planning, facilitation, metrics, and scaling — the full agile delivery toolkit.

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100% Online via WhatsApp & Email

Receive all materials directly on your phone. Study at your own pace with expert support.

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6 Progressive Modules

Structured learning from agile foundations to Scrum, flow, planning, engagement, metrics, and scaling.

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Practical, Applied Focus

Learn backlog management, estimation, facilitation, risk clearing, and value measurement — all designed for real projects.

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Complete Agile Toolkits

Receive user story templates, estimation guides, retrospective formats, agile metrics trackers, and assessment tools.

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Professional Certificate

Earn a verifiable Professional Certificate in Agile Project Management to advance your career.

Professional Development Training Documents

Every participant receives a comprehensive set of learning, practice, and assessment documents to guide transformation from curiosity to professional competence.

1. Programme Overview

  • Course Handbook / Programme Guide
  • Training Syllabus & Curriculum
  • Programme Schedule / Calendar

2. Learning Materials

  • Lecture Notes / Module Manuals
  • Presentation Slides (PowerPoint)
  • Reading Materials / Case Studies

3. Practical Application Tools

  • User Story & Acceptance Criteria Templates
  • Estimation & Planning Poker Guides
  • Retrospective & Daily Scrum Formats
  • Agile Metrics & Velocity Tracking Sheets

4. Personal Development Tools

  • Personal Action Plan
  • Goal Setting Templates
  • Reflective Journals / Logbooks

5. Assessment & Evaluation

  • Pre‑Assessment / Diagnostic Test
  • Continuous Assessment Tasks
  • Practical Skills Checklists
  • Final Assessment / Examination
  • Competency Evaluation Rubrics

6. Workplace Readiness Tools

  • Professional Code of Conduct
  • Ethical Guidelines for Agile Practitioners
  • Job Role Competency Framework

7. Certification & Completion

  • Professional Certificate in Agile Project Management
  • Transcript or Record of Achievement
  • Performance Summary Report (optional)
  • Recommendation Letter (optional for top performers)

8. Communication & Support

  • Instructor Contact Information Sheet
  • Feedback Forms
  • Participant Support Guidelines
  • FAQ Document

📌 Learn → Plan → Deliver → Inspect → Adapt → Improve

A complete agile development programme should follow this cycle.

🎯 Key Insight

A strong agile programme is not defined by ceremonies alone, but by: Backlog clarity (direction) • Flow systems (consistency) • Delivery data (measurement) • Continuous improvement (real‑world impact)

How You'll Be Evaluated

Continuous applied tasks + final agile project delivery plan and portfolio capstone

40%

Quizzes & Case Analyses

Agile frameworks, Scrum, Kanban, and delivery scenarios

30%

Practical Exercises

User story writing, estimation, facilitation, and metrics practice

30%

Capstone Project

Agile project delivery plan and portfolio

Learning Outcomes & Career Pathways

Learning Outcomes

  • Explain agile values, principles, and frameworks
  • Apply Scrum roles, events, and artifacts in practice
  • Use Kanban and Lean principles to manage flow
  • Plan releases and sprints and write effective user stories
  • Estimate work and prioritise backlogs with confidence
  • Facilitate ceremonies and engage stakeholders effectively
  • Measure progress and outcomes using agile metrics
  • Produce a practical agile project delivery plan and portfolio

Career Opportunities

  • Agile Project Manager
  • Scrum Master
  • Product Owner
  • Delivery Lead / Agile Delivery Manager
  • Agile Coach
  • Project Team Lead / Business Analyst
  • Pathway to Diploma in Project Management and advanced agile qualifications

Assessment & Delivery

100% online, self-paced over 2 weeks. Assessment via module quizzes, practical exercises, and a final agile project delivery plan and portfolio capstone. Professional Certificate awarded.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a 2-week, 6-module online programme from Ransford Global Professional Development Ltd covering agile foundations, the Scrum framework, Kanban and Lean delivery, agile planning and estimation, delivery and stakeholder engagement, agile metrics, scaling, and professional practice.
The certificate is designed to be completed in 2 weeks, with 36 total units across 6 modules.
The local student fee is ₦47,740 and the foreign student fee is ₦94,740, with flexible instalment options available.
Yes. All content is delivered 100% online via WhatsApp and Email, allowing you to study at your own pace.
No. The programme starts from agile foundations and builds up to scaling and professional practice, so beginners and practising project professionals alike can enrol. You only need a phone or laptop and an internet connection.

Lead Projects the Agile Way

This Professional Certificate gives you practical, applied training across 6 modules and 36 units. From agile mindset and Scrum to Kanban, planning, facilitation, metrics, and scaling, you'll gain the skills to deliver value iteratively and lead teams with confidence. Enrol today and receive your complete training package.

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