AgilePM Certification Cost

With the change in IT market demands and expectations, it has become imperative for organizations to adopt and implement Agile methodology to stay ahead of the competitors. Thus, the need for Agile professionals has drastically increased.  In this regard, Agile Project Management has all the essential features to cope up with the market demands and customer requirements.  The rising demand for agile professionals sets off the need for Agile certifications. If you wish to build your career in Agile Project Management, it is vital to know the cost structure involved to take up the certification training. In this article, let us discuss Agile PM certification cost for various levels.

How Much Does Agile Project Management Certification Cost?

The Agile PM certification cost varies depending on various levels. We provide live online Agile PM Foundation and Agile PM Practitioner Training at Invensis Learning, which is in-line with APMG guidelines.

AgilePM Foundation Certification Cost

The agile PM Foundation course validates an individual’s knowledge on the project management approach in compliance with PRINCE2. The course is based on fundamentals within DSDM Atern that allow project managers and the entire team members to be successful in delivering Agile projects. Here  is the cost breakup of Agile PM Foundation level:

Cost Segment Cost
Training fee USD 950
Exam fee USD 260 (included in the training fees)
Renewal fee AgilePM certification is valid for lifetime

AgilePM Practitioner Certification Cost

Agile PM Practitioner certification training provides an in-depth understanding of applying and implementing AgilePM principles. This is a streamlined and structured approach that quickly responds to immediate change and allows efficient delivery of high-priority initiatives. Here  is the cost breakup of Agile PM Practitioner level:

Cost Segment Cost
Training fee USD 1095
Examination fee USD 320(included in the training fees)
Re-examination fee The certification is valid for five years, after which you need to go for re-registration

Note: You can register for both Agile PM Foundation and Practitioner fees by paying an amount of USD 1636.

We took a quick look at various levels of Agile PM certifications and each one's cost based on different segments. So, choose wisely and become an Agile PM professional today.

AgilePM Certification Training and Exam Details

Areas of Study

  • Adopting an Agile approach within the organization
  • Aligning work as per DSDM philosophy and principles
  • Roles and responsibilities within an Agile project
  • Employing AgilePM techniques for internal projects
  • Lifecycle of an Agile project
  • Identifying & applying a variety of Agile practices and techniques
  • Reducing risk of a project by following the governance and control mechanisms
  • Continually testing, estimating, and measuring progress in an Agile project
  • There are no prerequisites/ eligibility requirements for the AgilePM Foundation Certification. Successful completion of the AgilePM Foundation Exam is a prerequisite to take up the AgilePM Practitioner examination
  • AgilePM Foundation:
  • Exam format: Online (Objective Examination)
  • Number of Questions: 4 Questions
  • Exam duration: 2.5 Hours
  • Passing Criteria: A score of 50%

    AgilePM Practitioner:

  • Exam format: Online (Objective Examination)
  • Number of Questions: 4 Questions
  • Exam duration: 2.5 Hours
  • Passing Criteria: A score of 50%
  • The AgilePM Foundation examination cost is USD 260 which is included in the course fee. The AgilePM Practitioner examination cost is USD 320 which is included in the course fee.

Job roles that can benefit from AgilePM Certification training include, but are not limited to:

  • Project Managers
  • Program Managers
  • Technical Coordinators
  • Team Leads
  • Subject Matter Experts
  • Scrum Masters
  • Business Analysts
  • Project Executives
  • Agile Team Members

FAQs on AgilePM Foundation and Practitioner Certification

What is AgilePM Certification?

AgilePM Project Management is one of the world’s leading frameworks and certification for Agile Project Management. AgilePM certification from APMG are globally recognized and they validate an employee’s ability to understand and embody Agile principles in project management. You will learn how to seamlessly blend Agile practices with control and governance of project management, and will set you on the path of becoming a successful Agile Project Manager. AgilePM is aimed at professionals working within a project environment such as, Project Managers, Program Managers, Team Leads, Scrum Masters, and many others who want to learn how to manage a project successfully with agile principles, techniques, and approaches.

With ever changing business landscape, businesses need to constantly evolve to stay relevant and differentiate from the competition. In this regard, Agile Project Management has all the attributes to ensure software development projects do not bear the brunt of complex market demands and evolving customer needs. When enterprises globally are beginning their Agile transformation journey, it is imperative that they adopt practical and repeatable methodology that addresses change in an efficient manner and delivers real value.

Today, there are many Agile project management certifications in the market, but AgilePM® Foundation from APMG is one of the most popular certification courses provided globally. The AgilePM Foundation credential validates an individual’s knowledge on project management approach that aligns with PRINCE2 and is based on proven fundamentals within DSDM Atern that allow project managers and team members to be proficient in successfully delivering Agile projects.

After completing your AgilePM Foundation training, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of:

  • Adopting an Agile approach within the organization
  • Aligning work as per DSDM philosophy and principles
  • Roles and responsibilities within an Agile project
  • Employing AgilePM techniques for internal projects
  • Preparing for AgilePM Foundation certification exam

Job roles that can benefit from AgilePM Foundation training include, but are not limited to:

  • Project Managers
  • Program Managers
  • Technical Coordinators
  • Team Leads
  • Subject Matter Experts
  • Scrum Masters
  • Business Analysts
  • Project Executives
  • Agile Team Members
  • Individuals pursuing AgilePM Practitioner Certificate

There are no pre-requisite criteria to take up AgilePM Foundation training.

  • Exam Type: Multiple Choice Format
  • No. of Questions: 50
  • Exam Duration: 40 Mins
  • Passing Score: 25 marks required to pass (out of 50 available) – 50%
  • Type: Closed Book

There is no need to maintain/renew your AgilePM Foundation credential, as it is valid for life.

The fourth industrial revolution is upon us, where disruptive and trending technologies like IoT, robotics, AI, and virtual reality are changing the way businesses interact with their customers. Today, information-rich industries such as IT, Media, and Publishing have already established their identities in Agile space and many others including Banking, Retail, Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Energy are getting there quickly. There is a critical demand for Agile practitioners globally, and as per Mckinsey’s “Leading Agile Transformation” report, only 4% of 2500 companies surveyed have reached enterprise agility.

AgilePM Practitioner certification training is one of the widely-recognized Agile project management certification programs for individuals and enterprises to gain comprehensive understanding of applying and implementing AgilePM principles. This approach is leaner and structured which quickly responds to change and enables efficient implementation of high-priority initiatives. Moreover, an AgilePM Practitioner individual demonstrates Agile project management guidance to apply and tailor accordingly to a given scenario.

After completing your AgilePM Practitioner training, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of:

  • Implementing tried and tested approach to Agile project management within your enterprise
  • Understanding the differences between traditional and alternative approaches compared to Agile
  • Applying DSDM approach in your day-to-day work and projects
  • Lowering cost and risk by validating project milestones against critical business objectives

Job roles that can benefit from AgilePM Practitioner training include, but are not limited to:

  • Project Managers
  • Program Managers
  • Technical Coordinators
  • Team Leads
  • Subject Matter Experts
  • Scrum Masters
  • Business Analysts
  • Project Executives
  • Agile Team Members
  • AgilePM Foundation certified individuals

There are no pre-requisite criteria to take up AgilePM Practitioner training. But, if you are taking the AgilePM Practitioner certification exam, then you must have cleared one of the following:

  • AgilePM Foundation Certificate
  • DSDM Atern Foundation Certificate
  • DSDM Advanced Practitioner Certificate

Your AgilePM Practitioner certificate is valid for 5 years after which you need to go for AgilePM Practitioner Re-registration.

  • Exam Type: Objective Examination
  • No. of Questions: 4 (20 points per question)
  • Exam Duration: 150 mins (2.5 Hrs)
  • Passing Score: 40 points required to pass (out of 80 available) – 50%
  • Type: Open Book (only the official AgilePM manual is allowed)

According to PayScale, in the United States, the average salary of a Certified Agile Project Manager is 92k US Dollars.

Yes. At Invensis Learning, you can opt to take up both AgilePM Foundation and Practitioner courses in live-online delivery mode.

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