Advanced Backlog Mastery, Product Ownership, and Industry Tools is an in-depth course designed to elevate Agile practitioners, Product Owners, and product management professionals to the next level of expertise. This course delves into sophisticated techniques for backlog management and prioritization, enabling learners to strategically balance innovation, feature delivery, and technical debt. Learners will master the art of backlog refinement, learning to break down large epics into actionable user stories that align with organizational goals.
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Backlog Mastery, Product Ownership, and Industry Tools
This course is part of Agile Excellence with Scrum: Planning, CI, Backlog Mastery Specialization
Instructor: Board Infinity
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What you'll learn
Advanced Techniques: Learn to identify and apply effectiv backlog management and prioritization frameworks.
Stakeholder Engagement: Develop skills to analyze stakeholder needs and manage expectations effectively.
Strategic Planning: Create a strategic product roadmap that aligns with business objectives and drives innovation.
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There are 3 modules in this course
In this module, you'll master advanced backlog management skills essential for product owners. You'll learn real-world prioritization techniques, balancing innovation, features, and technical debt. Through a case study, you'll gain insights into managing a backlog of over 10,000 items. You'll also explore effective backlog grooming strategies with stakeholders, breaking down large epics into manageable stories using Jira. Finally, you'll focus on managing scope and change requests, preventing scope creep, and aligning stakeholder expectations. Get ready to enhance your backlog mastery!
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9 videos4 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt
In this module, you’ll enhance your product ownership skills by prioritizing business value using frameworks like MoSCoW and WSJF. You’ll learn to align backlog items with strategic goals and balance short-term deliverables with long-term vision. You’ll also create product roadmaps in Jira, manage trade-offs between scope, time, and budget, and develop effective stakeholder engagement techniques using tools like Confluence and Slack. Get ready to elevate your leadership in product ownership!
What's included
9 videos3 readings4 assignments
In this module, you’ll develop practical skills for managing Agile products. You’ll learn to identify and prioritize technical debt, balancing innovation and maintenance through a banking app case study. Next, you’ll master release planning strategies and continuous releases using CI/CD tools, supported by a fintech case study. Finally, you’ll cultivate leadership skills as a product owner, focusing on driving product vision and innovation while exploring real-life success stories in tech. Get ready to elevate your product management expertise!
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9 videos3 readings4 assignments
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Frequently asked questions
To maximize your learning, actively participate in discussions, complete all practical exercises, and apply the techniques in your current projects. Engaging with fellow learners and seeking feedback will also enhance your understanding.
Yes, there is a strong demand for advanced backlog management and product ownership skills in various industries, especially in Agile environments. Companies seek professionals who can effectively prioritize, manage stakeholders, and drive product success.
You'll need access to a computer with internet connectivity, a copy of Jira (or familiarity with similar tools), and any additional materials provided during the course. A willingness to engage with case studies and collaborate with peers will also be beneficial.