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Training on Agile Planning and Estimation

Master Agile planning and estimation to optimize sprint delivery, manage backlogs, and ensure predictable project outcomes.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Intermediate

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

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Overview

About this programme

This course equips professionals with the strategic knowledge and practical skills to plan, estimate, and execute Agile projects effectively. It emphasizes proven techniques for backlog refinement, sprint planning, capacity management, and release forecasting, enabling organizations to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.

The course focuses on applying Agile estimation and planning methodologies in real-world project scenarios, optimizing team performance, improving predictability, and ensuring alignment between project deliverables and organizational objectives in dynamic business environments.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Project managers and team leads

  • Scrum masters and Agile coaches

  • Product owners and product managers

  • Business analysts and project coordinators

  • Professionals responsible for planning, scheduling, or resource allocation in Agile projects

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Apply Agile principles to project planning and estimation.

  • Utilize effective methods for backlog prioritization and refinement.

  • Plan sprints and releases based on team capacity and project goals.

  • Identify and mitigate risks in Agile project schedules.

  • Enhance collaboration and decision-making within Agile teams.

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Fundamentals of Agile Planning

  • Overview of Agile principles and methodologies

  • Role of planning in Agile projects

  • Differences between traditional and Agile planning

  • Setting project objectives and measurable goals

  • Case Study: Planning a product release in an Agile environment

Module 2: Agile Estimation Techniques

  • Relative sizing and estimation approaches

  • Capacity-based planning

  • Using consensus methods to ensure accuracy in effort estimation

  • Case Study: Estimating multiple feature deliveries in a sprint cycle

Module 3: Backlog Management and Prioritization

  • Creating and maintaining an effective product backlog

  • Prioritization methods (MoSCoW, WSJF, Kano)

  • Refining user stories and defining clear acceptance criteria

  • Case Study: Optimizing backlog for a cross-functional remote team

Module 4: Sprint and Release Planning

  • Aligning sprints to team capacity and velocity

  • Mapping dependencies and managing release timelines

  • Setting goals, deliverables, and milestones

  • Case Study: Planning a two-month release cycle for a software project

Module 5: Monitoring, Adjustment, and Risk Management

  • Tracking progress using burndown and burnup charts

  • Identifying bottlenecks and mitigating scheduling risks

  • Adjusting plans based on performance metrics and team feedback

  • Case Study: Managing scope changes and delays in a distributed Agile project

Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact:

  • Improved project delivery predictability and performance

  • Streamlined team collaboration and communication

  • Optimized resource allocation and capacity planning

  • Stronger alignment between project outputs and organizational objectives

Individual Impact:

  • Mastery of Agile planning and estimation practices

  • Enhanced decision-making in sprint and release planning

  • Ability to drive efficient backlog management and risk mitigation

  • Strengthened leadership and project management capabilities

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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FAQs

Common questions.

Still not sure? Send us a note and a facilitator will get back to you within a business day.

Basic understanding of Agile principles is recommended but not mandatory.

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