Post Graduate Program in Agile, Houston

FAQs

• What are the eligibility criteria for this Post Graduate Program in Agile in partnership with UMass Amherst?

  For admission to this Agile certification program, candidates must possess at least one of the first two criteria:

  • At least five years of experience
  • A Bachelor's degree in any discipline
  • Prior experience in Project Management of Agile is not mandatory

• What is the admission process for this Post Graduate Program in Agile in partnership with UMass Amherst?

  The admission process for this Agile certification program consists of three easy steps:

  • Interested candidates will need to apply by submitting the application form online
  • Candidates will be shortlisted by an admission panel based on the application submitted
  • Selected candidates will be awarded an offer of admission which is accepted by the candidate by payment of the program fee

• Will financial aid be provided?

  To ensure money is not a limiting factor in learning, we offer various financing options to help make this program manageable financially. For more details, please refer to our "Admissions Fee and Financing" section.

• What is Agile Certification?

  An agile certification helps you learn the most-widely used agile practices and methodologies used to affect improvements in business processes - including improving the pace of software delivery and enhancing the delivery quality, and reducing inconsistencies or unpredictability in the process. Agile certifications attest to your expertise in helping businesses either move to agile practices or drive growth for them through agile.

• How to get Agile Certification?

  There are multiple certification providers offering globally-recognized agile certifications. No matter the provider, you will need to clear examinations that test both the fundamental concepts of agile and high-level expertise in the industry-relevant knowledge sought in you by enterprises looking for agile-driven change across their organization. This Post Graduate Program in Agile, in partnership with the University of Massachusetts (UMass) Amherst, is an online bootcamp that only prepares you for the top certification exams but offers you the opportunity to learn from leaders in the field of agile, including top trainers at UMass.

• Which Agile Certification is the best?

  The effectiveness of a certification is measured by 1) does it serve as a great entry point for the opportunities that await you and 2) offer you the practical training required for you to apply the learnings to real-world business problems that organizations today are battling with. This Post Graduate Program in Agile in partnership with the University of Massachusetts Amherst gives you both. It gives you not only the essential certification examination training but also provides you a bootcamp style learning that focuses on all the skills you need to stand out as a world-class Agile professional, anywhere in the world.

• How long does it take to get Agile Certification?

  Different agile certifications have their own pre-requisites and examination duration. This Post Graduate Program in Agile, in partnership with the University of Massachusetts Amherst, is a 6-month Agile online bootcamp program that is expertly designed for you to be equipped with the right knowledge you need to clear many other globally-recognized certifications easily. This 6-month program also offers a host of other features too.

• How hard is the Agile Certification exam?

  The difficulty-level of an agile certification almost entirely depends on the individual and the intensity of preparation that has gone into it. Having said that, with the right training program, you can significantly improve your learning efficiency and get better results. This PGP in Agile in partnership with the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a unique agile bootcamp program delivered by expert and seasoned trainers who tailor their training to adapt to any individual's pace of learning and understanding. Coupled with the well-designed learning that allows for progressive learning, this 6-month program makes it considerably easier to gain the knowledge you need to get the agile certification.

• Are Agile certifications worth it?

  Industry (any) is growing rapidly today, and businesses are racing to keep up - being forced to change their business models, deliver products and services faster, and meet superior quality demands consistently. Agile helps them do that, and professionals with agile skills that agile certifications attest to are some of the most sought-after one's today. Recently, there has been a 24% growth in demand for agile professionals, with nearly 22 million jobs estimated to be created by 2027. An agile certification is a highly effective way for you to ensure that you have the requisite skills you need to grab the best agile job opportunities out there.

• Which is the best Agile Certification for managers?

  The best agile certification for managers depends majorly on the purpose with which the individual chooses to do the certifications. There are multiple certifications that individuals can choose from, based on their preferences and goals. However, our unique PGPin Agile in partnership with the University of Massachusetts Amherst not only offers multiple certifications, including the University of Massachusetts Amherst Post Graduate Program Certificate of Completion but also provides you comprehensive learning on the industry-relevant aspects of agile and the practical skills and tools you need to become job-ready as soon as you complete the program. This training can help you open multiple career paths and related job opportunities too.

• Can I get the Agile certification with no work experience?

  Almost all agile certifications need a minimum amount of relevant experience that attests to your capability to understand the high-level concepts, agile practices, and methodologies you need to pass any related examination. Our Post Graduate Program in Agile in partnership with the University of Massachusetts Amherst allows you to enter the program if you have atleast 5 years of experience (not mandatory in Project Management or Agile) and a Bachelor's degree in any discipline.

• What should I expect from the UMass Amherst Post Graduate Program in Agile?

  As a part of this Post Graduate Program in Agile,  you will receive the following:

  • UMass Amherst Post Graduate Certification of Completion
  • Membership to the UMass Amherst Alumni Association
  • Lifetime access to all core e-learning content created by Simplilearn

• What certificate will I receive?

  Upon completing this Agile training program, you will be awarded a Post Graduate Program in Agile certification by UMass Amherst. You will also receive industry-recognized certification from Simplilearn for the courses included in the learning path offered.

• Will any preparation material be provided to help me get started?

  As soon as you make payment for the program fee’s first installment, you will gain access to a preparatory course. We expect you to go through the assigned course before attending the first class. The course will have eight to ten hours of self-paced learning content in the form of videos.

• What is Global Teaching Assistance?

  Our teaching assistants are a dedicated team of subject matter experts to help you get certified on your first attempt. They proactively engage with you to ensure adherence to the course path and enrich your learning experience, from class onboarding to project mentoring and job assistance.

• Who are the instructors for this Agile training, and how are they selected?

  Our highly qualified instructors are industry experts with years of relevant industry experience. Each of them undergoes a rigorous selection process, including profile screening, technical evaluation, and a training demo evaluation before getting certified to train for us. Besides, we ensure that only those trainers with a high alumni rating remain part of our faculty.

• I am not able to access the online agile training program. Who can help me?

  Contact us using the form on the right side of any page on the Simplilearn website, select the Live Chat link, or contact Help & Support.

• What is covered under the 24/7 Support promise?

  We offer 24/7 support through email, chat, and calls. We have a dedicated team that provides on-demand assistance through our community forum. What’s more, you will have lifetime access to the community forum, even after completing your Agile course.

• If I want to cancel my enrollment, can I get a refund?

  Yes, you can cancel your enrollment if necessary. We will refund the program price after deducting an administration fee. To learn more, please read our Refund Policy.

  
  * Disclaimer
  All programs are offered on a non-credit basis and are not transferable to a degree.