Agile & Project Management for HR: Strategy, Speed, Results

Course Overview

• Course Title: Agile & Project Management for HR: Strategy, Speed, Results
• Instructor: Mike Pritula
• Target Audience: HR professionals, managers, team leads
• Prerequisites:
  • No prior Agile experience required
  • Basic understanding of HR processes is helpful
  • Interest in HR transformation and project management
  • Familiarity with tools like Trello is a plus, but not necessary
  • Openness to learning and applying new methodologies

Curriculum Highlights

• Key Topics Covered:
  • Introduction to Agile in HR
  • HR Product Planning & Vision
  • Managing Backlogs and Sprints
  • Launching HR Initiatives
  • Agile Meeting Structures
  • Agile in Action: HR Function Use Cases
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Learn what Agile is and how it differs from traditional project management
  • Understand where and how Agile is applied in HR
  • Explore the role of the HR Product Owner and internal customer collaboration
  • Develop product vision, prototype, and minimum viable product (MVP) in HR
  • Build and manage a product roadmap tailored for HR initiatives
  • Create and prioritize a product backlog using tools like Kanban and Trello
  • Plan sprints and assign story points for efficient workload estimation
  • Prepare and execute HR product launches, including full-scale initiatives
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as Daily Standups and Sprint Reviews
  • Apply Agile methodology across HR functions: recruitment, L&D, rewards, talent management, and automation
  • Gain hands-on experience through practical assignments and case studies
  • Implement Agile HR strategies that drive adaptability, engagement, and innovation

Course Format

• Duration: 3.5 hours on-demand video
• Format: Self-paced online course
• Resources:
  • 7 downloadable resources
  • Access on mobile and TV
  • Closed captions
  • Audio description in existing audio
  • Certificate of completion