Agile with Atlassian Jira Course Syllabus

Overview: This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Agile methodologies and Atlassian Jira, designed for beginners looking to build practical skills in Agile project management. Over approximately 20-25 hours, learners will progress through foundational concepts, hands-on Jira configuration, sprint and backlog management, reporting, and automation. The course concludes with a final project to apply skills in a real-world Agile scenario, culminating in a certificate of completion.

Module 1: Introduction to Agile & Jira

Estimated time: 6 hours

• Understand Agile principles and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban)
• Learn the fundamentals of Jira and its role in Agile development
• Explore key Agile concepts: iterations, epics, and user stories
• Compare Scrum and Kanban methodologies

Module 2: Jira Basics and Configuration

Estimated time: 8 hours

• Navigate the Jira interface and set up projects
• Configure workflows, permissions, and notifications
• Understand boards, issues, and backlogs in Jira
• Create and manage issue types and priorities

Module 3: Agile Project Management in Jira

Estimated time: 10 hours

• Create and manage sprints in Scrum
• Track progress with burn-down charts and velocity reports
• Implement Kanban workflows and continuous delivery
• Manage backlogs and prioritize user stories

Module 4: Jira Reporting and Dashboards

Estimated time: 12 hours

• Generate custom reports and analytics for Agile projects
• Use Jira dashboards to monitor team performance and project status
• Interpret Agile metrics for continuous improvement
• Learn best practices for team collaboration using Jira

Module 5: Jira Automation and Workflow Efficiency

Estimated time: 10 hours

• Learn how to automate Jira workflows for efficiency
• Create automation rules for common Agile tasks
• Apply automation to streamline issue transitions and notifications

Module 6: Final Project

Estimated time: 8 hours

• Apply Jira skills to manage an Agile project end-to-end
• Create a fully functional Scrum or Kanban board
• Deliver a final report with dashboards and sprint outcomes

Prerequisites

• Familiarity with basic project management concepts
• Access to a Jira instance (free cloud version recommended)
• Interest in Agile, Scrum, or software development workflows

What You'll Be Able to Do After

• Understand and apply Agile methodologies using Scrum and Kanban
• Use Atlassian Jira effectively for issue tracking and project management
• Create, manage, and track Agile workflows and sprints
• Generate insightful reports and dashboards for team visibility
• Automate common tasks to improve team efficiency in Jira