Module 2: Philosophy, Principles, and Project Variables
- Exploring Agile philosophy and principles
- Understanding project variables in Agile
- Applying Agile principles to project management
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Course Overview
Overview
What's Included
Course Highlights
Eligibility Criteria
Benefits
Exam Format
Certification Cost
Who Can Take
Your Route to Governed Agile Delivery
Live instructor-led training: 3-day Foundation (24 hours) + 2-day Practitioner (16 hours) — 40 hours total, at 8 hours per day
40 PDUs on completion of the training (24 Foundation + 16 Practitioner)
AgilePM v3-aligned digital courseware
Official DSDM lifecycle reference
Foundation mocks (50 MCQ) and Practitioner mocks (open-book)
Foundation and Practitioner exam vouchers bundled
Retake the training within 2 months at no additional cost
Recordings of all training sessions.
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Do You Qualify for the Agile PM Foundation and Practitioner Exam?
For Professionals and Teams in Japan
What to expect on exam day
The Agile PM examination in Japan evaluates your understanding of the Agile PM v3 framework, including philosophy, principles, process, products, roles, and practices. It is administered online or at approved test centers.
Project Managers
Programme Managers
Business Analysts
Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches
Team Leads and Team Managers
Agile Team Members
Product Owners and Product Managers
PMO Analysts supporting agile delivery
Consultants advising on agile transformation
IT, Digital, and Operations Managers leading agile projects
Functional Leads with agile delivery responsibilities
Anyone preparing for Agile PM Foundation and Practitioner
Roles, Demand and Pay
Governed agile delivery has become a sought-after skill across Japan, valued by IT services firms, consultancies, BFSI and manufacturers running large digital transformation portfolios. As agile spreads beyond software teams and enterprises scale DX, employers increasingly want leaders who can pair iterative delivery with control. Demand spans scrum master, agile project manager, delivery lead and agile coach roles, and here is what the market is telling us right now.
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Agile PM Foundation and Practitioner Certified Professionals in Japan : Salary Insights and Trends
Hiring Companies in Japan
Robert Half · PayScale · worldsalaries (Japan) 2026
Source: Rakuten · NTT DATA · Accenture Japan · Mercari
AgilePM is more than a certificate. It is a career multiplier for professionals who can deliver agile projects with governance. Join the leaders closing Japan's delivery gap. Start your journey today.
Japan's project market is expanding with digital transformation, national DX policy and enterprise AI, and employers increasingly separate certified agile leaders from the rest. Here is which side of that line you want to be on.
Sources: SalaryExpert, Glassdoor, PayScale (Japan) 2026.
Step-by-Step Certification Process
The path to Online Agile PM certification follows a structured two-exam route. There are no prerequisites for the Foundation examination. After completing the combined Foundation and Practitioner training, candidates progress through both certification exams to demonstrate their knowledge of Agile Project Management principles and practices. Most learners complete the process within 1 to 2 weeks after training.
of the Agile PM Foundation and Practitioner Certification Training
The Agile PM Foundation and Practitioner training programme in Japan is built around the latest Agile PM v3 syllabus. Modules are sequenced for both Foundation and Practitioner readiness, with scenario practice woven through every area.
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Frequently tested through comparison-style questions, making this a high-yield module to master early.
Builds directly on Foundation-level content, making it one of the fastest modules to master for the Practitioner exam.
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From Principles to Practitioner Application
The combined AgilePM programme takes you from awareness at Foundation level to applied judgement at Practitioner level. By the end you can run agile projects with governance, tailor the framework to real scenarios, and prepare for both AgilePM exams.
Skills covered in AgilePM start here: apply the eight DSDM principles, from focusing on the business need to demonstrating control, so every project decision is grounded in agile governance rather than guesswork.
Navigate the Pre-Project, Feasibility, Foundations, Exploration, Engineering and Deployment phases, and produce the management products, from the Business Case to the Delivery Plan, that keep an agile project on track.
Map and staff the business, technical and management roles, from Business Sponsor and Ambassador User to Project Manager and Team Leader, and enable collaboration between delivery teams and stakeholders.
Use Must, Should, Could and Won't have prioritisation to fix time and cost while flexing scope, guaranteeing on-time delivery of the minimum viable solution even when timeboxes come under pressure.
Plan and control fixed-length timeboxes through Kick-Off, Investigation, Refinement and Closing, delivering increments iteratively without ever extending the timebox or compromising quality.
Plan at strategic, tactical and operational levels, track progress with burndown and timebox data, and use timeboxing and MoSCoW as tools to contain risk within the AgilePM governance model.
for Professionals and Teams
We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer collaborative classroom learning, live online sessions, team-based training, or personalized guidance, choose the option that best supports your Agile project management learning journey.
Instructor-led classroom sessions
Interactive discussions and group activities
Real-world examples and practical exercises
Structured learning with fixed schedules
Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration
Practice assessments and knowledge checks
Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification
Immediate trainer feedback and support
Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This Classroom Agile PM training format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience
Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.
Customised training aligned to organisational goals
Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended
Scheduling tailored to business availability
Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions
Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable
Dedicated coordination and administrative support
Consistent learning experiences across teams
Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces
Designed for organizations that want to strengthen Agile project delivery capabilities, improve collaboration across teams, and support workforce development through customised learning initiatives. This format is ideal for Agile PM training for companies in Japan seeking to establish consistent Agile project management practices.
Best For: Organizations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent learning experiences across teams.
One-to-one instructor attention
Customised learning plans and objectives
Flexible scheduling based on availability
Personalized feedback and coaching
Additional focus on challenging topics
Targeted practice and revision support
Faster clarification of questions and concepts
Learning pace is adapted to individual needs
Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions with an expert trainer. This format provides Agile PM coaching for professionals seeking individualized support with Agile project governance, delivery techniques, examination preparation, and practical implementation guidance.
Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.

Live online instructor-led sessions
Interactive discussions and virtual activities
Expert guidance from experienced trainers
Practice assessments and revision support
Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification
Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum
Small batch sizes for personalized attention
Access from any location with internet connectivity
Starts from
JPY 220440
Please Note: Attend fully interactive online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences. This Virtual Agile PM training option enables professionals to participate from any location.
Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.
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As a specialist Agile PM Foundation & Practitioner Certification Course training company in Japan, Invensis Learning delivers structured AgilePM Foundation and Practitioner training for professionals and organisations across Japan who want to lead agile projects with governance and prepare for both exams. Our programmes combine experienced trainers, AgilePM-aligned courseware, flexible delivery and learner-focused support. An ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certified training company, Invensis Learning supports professionals in more than 100 countries. Whether you enrol as an individual or plan team training, you get a professional experience built around practical understanding and real-world application.
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Agile PM Foundation & Practitioner Training Location in Japan
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AgilePM (Agile Project Management) is a structured agile framework based on DSDM that provides eight principles, a defined lifecycle, roles, MoSCoW prioritisation and timeboxing. The combined Foundation and Practitioner course suits project managers, team leaders, business analysts and PRINCE2 holders adopting agile delivery.
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