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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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9 hours to complete
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
No prior experience required
9 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand core agile values, principles, and practices and how they apply to modern teams.

  • Recognize how roles, responsibilities, and success measures change in agile ways of working.

  • Apply agile thinking to improve collaboration, adaptability, and team performance.

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January 2026

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8 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Agile for the Modern Product Manager Specialization
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There are 8 modules in this course

In this course, learners will build a clear understanding of what agility is and how it shapes the way modern teams work. They will learn core agile values and principles, explore how agile teams are structured, and understand how roles, responsibilities, and measures of success shift in agile environments.

Completing this course helps professionals move beyond surface-level familiarity with agile terms and frameworks. Learners gain practical insight into how agility supports collaboration, adaptability, and continuous improvement in real team settings. The course also helps individuals understand how their own performance and behaviors contribute to team effectiveness and outcomes. What makes this course unique is its focus on agility as a way of working, not just a set of practices. Rather than teaching one framework in isolation, the course explores how agile thinking applies across teams, roles, and organizations. Designed by Scrum Alliance, Agile Essentials provides a strong foundation for product professionals who want to operate confidently in modern, evolving work environments.

In today's fast-paced world, flexibility and responsiveness are key. Enter agile, an approach that helps teams adapt to change and deliver exceptional results. This module will equip you with the foundations of agile, from its core values and principles to essential practices. Get ready to embrace a collaborative, iterative way of working that prioritizes continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. This course was created with expertise from Anu Smalley (CST®, CEC) and Lucy O'Keefe (CST®, CTC).

What's included

5 readings1 assignment

5 readingsTotal 36 minutes
  • Welcome5 minutes
  • What's Agile All About?10 minutes
  • The Agile Operating Rhythms7 minutes
  • Agile Everywhere7 minutes
  • Agile Frameworks7 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 20 minutes
  • Knowledge Check20 minutes

Are you ready to transform your team into an agile powerhouse? In this module, you'll uncover the unique roles, skills, and dynamics that make agile teams work.  Dive into this course to compare agile and traditional approaches, explore how middle managers can thrive in this new landscape, and learn how fostering collaboration, embracing change, and empowering your team can lead to greater productivity, innovation, and satisfaction.

What's included

6 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts

6 readingsTotal 44 minutes
  • Welcome5 minutes
  • The Agile Team7 minutes
  • Agile Team Members10 minutes
  • Agile vs. Traditional10 minutes
  • Manager to Mentor7 minutes
  • Continue Your Agile Journey5 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 10 minutes
  • Knowledge Check10 minutes
2 discussion promptsTotal 20 minutes
  • Reflection10 minutes
  • Reflection10 minutes

Think you've got what it takes to be an agile all-star? Let's put your skills to the test! This module will challenge you to think differently about performance and collaboration in a fast-paced environment. Get ready to level up! 

What's included

5 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

5 readingsTotal 45 minutes
  • Welcome5 minutes
  • Thriving in Agile15 minutes
  • Beyond Annual Reviews10 minutes
  • Empowering Your Agile Journey10 minutes
  • Are You an Agile Pro?5 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Knowledge Check15 minutes
1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes
  • Reflection10 minutes

The Citrus Burst team at Sparkling Delights Beverage Co. is having a difficult time with the launch of their new sparkling water. In this module, you'll help this team navigate challenges and deliver exceptional results!

What's included

3 readings1 plugin

3 readingsTotal 15 minutes
  • Welcome5 minutes
  • Working in an Agile Way5 minutes
  • Your Next Steps5 minutes
1 pluginTotal 30 minutes
  • An Agile Story - Knowledge Check30 minutes

Embark on a journey to discover the secret language of agile – user stories. In this module, you'll learn how to capture the voice of your users and translate their needs into actionable insights. You’ll also discover the benefits of user stories in transforming these insights into successful products, driving customer satisfaction and obtaining business goals. Whether you're a product manager, developer, business analyst, or simply curious about agile, this module will equip you with the skills to foster collaboration, drive innovation, and deliver customer-centric solutions.

What's included

5 readings1 discussion prompt

5 readingsTotal 55 minutes
  • Welcome5 minutes
  • Mastering Agile15 minutes
  • Crafting Effective User Stories15 minutes
  • Maximizing Impact5 minutes
  • Estimating Effort: Sizing up Your User Stories15 minutes
1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes
  • Reflection10 minutes

Agile evolutions are not without their hurdles! Recognizing and proactively addressing these challenges is crucial for a successful transition. In this module, you’ll explore some of the challenges and opportunities of agile evolutions. With a solid understanding of the complexities of change, you’ll be able to set realistic expectations and empower your teams, increasing your organization’s success at adopting agile ways of working!

What's included

5 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts

5 readingsTotal 50 minutes
  • Welcome5 minutes
  • Real-World Challenges10 minutes
  • Changing Minds and the Stakeholder Roadmap15 minutes
  • Scaling Agile10 minutes
  • Measure Agile Success10 minutes
4 assignmentsTotal 20 minutes
  • Knowledge Check5 minutes
  • Knowledge Check5 minutes
  • Knowledge Check5 minutes
  • Knowledge Check5 minutes
3 discussion promptsTotal 30 minutes
  • Reflection10 minutes
  • Reflection10 minutes
  • Reflection10 minutes

Transforming the World of Work Can you imagine a time when an agile way of working is so universal that it's simply called working? We can. Agile is being used to transform traditional ways of working everywhere, sparking innovation and inspiration in unexpected fields. In this module, you’ll explore real-world case studies where agile has been implemented in diverse fields such as finance, human resources, government, and education. Included in the mix, you’ll gain practical insights and actionable tips to navigate the transition from traditional project management to agile in your own unique workplace. This module is designed to support your needs and interests—explore one case study, all four, or any number in between. Whichever case studies you choose, make sure you close with topic 5, Agile Transitions. This is where theory becomes action by uncovering key steps, strategies, and challenges involved with implementing agile in your unique workplace. Let’s transform the world of work—including your workplace!

What's included

3 videos10 readings2 discussion prompts

3 videosTotal 2 minutes
  • Bottlenecks: A Controller’s Perspective1 minute
  • Red Tape: A Manager’s Perspective1 minute
  • Math: A Teacher’s Perspective1 minute
10 readingsTotal 100 minutes
  • Welcome5 minutes
  • Agile in Finance5 minutes
  • Esteban's Journey10 minutes
  • The Benefits of Agile in Finance10 minutes
  • Agile in Human Resources20 minutes
  • Agile in Government5 minutes
  • Nate's Journey and the Benefits of Agile in Government15 minutes
  • Agile in Education5 minutes
  • The Benefits of Agile in Education15 minutes
  • Agile Transitions10 minutes
2 discussion promptsTotal 20 minutes
  • Reflection10 minutes
  • Reflection10 minutes

What's included

1 assignment

1 assignmentTotal 35 minutes
  • Agile Essentials Assessment35 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. This course is designed for learners who are new to agile as well as those who want a clearer, more practical understanding of how it works.

No. The course explains agile concepts in a way that’s useful whether you're currently on an agile team or preparing to work in one.

You'll see how agility helps teams work better together, make clearer decisions, and stay focused as work evolves.

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