"This program has provided me with the tools, techniques, and approaches to lead with agility. I’ve gained the confidence to lead and drive better strategic and financial outcomes.
Why choose the UBC Sauder Certificate in Agile Leadership
Expert-led instruction. Taught by certified agile trainers and industry experts.
Flexible format. Complete all 4 courses as your schedule permits. Live online, designed for busy professionals.
Credential pathways. Completion of the Certified ScrumMaster course is the first step toward the CSM credential awarded by Scrum Alliance
PMI authorized. Earn 56 PDUs as an Authorized Training Partner of the Project Management Institute.
Award-winning program. Recognized with a Program Excellence Award by CAUCE.
Immediately applicable. Theory and practice integrated through real-world applications, team exercises, and collaborative discussions.
Pathways to your certificate
Strategically designed by a team of industry and academic experts, the program is grounded in industry best practices and applications. Students learn what it takes to lead an Agile team, create a collaborative culture and apply Agile methods to enhance organizational performance.
Comprised of 4 courses, the program is designed to provide you with a rich learning experience. Theory and practice are integrated through opportunities for teamwork, discussion, interactive exercises and networking.
Curriculum
|
Course |
Duration |
|---|---|
|
Course 1: |
3 weeks |
| Course 2 and 3 (Choose 2) Agile Product Ownership Certified ScrumMaster Managing Agile Delivery |
2 days - 3 weeks |
| Course 4: Leading in an Agile Organization |
3 weeks |
Get your certificate in 4 months
Comprised of four courses plus the Certified ScrumMaster workshop, this program provides a rich, progressive learning experience. Students move from foundational agile delivery concepts through product ownership, governance, and leadership, building a complete agile skillset over the course of the program.
Curriculum may be subject to change.
Blended
A blend of in-person instructor-led sessions and live online class activities, combined with self-paced learning.
A blend of in-person instructor-led sessions and live online class activities, combined with self-paced learning.
Live Online
Real-time instructor-led interactions through scheduled live online sessions, combined with self-paced learning.
Real-time instructor-led interactions through scheduled live online sessions, combined with self-paced learning.
Online
Self-paced learning following a pre-scheduled assessment timeline including opportunities to collaborate with instructors and classmates in real-time.
Self-paced learning following a pre-scheduled assessment timeline including opportunities to collaborate with instructors and classmates in real-time.
Summer 2026
Fall 2026
Winter 2027
Blended
A blend of in-person instructor-led sessions and live online class activities, combined with self-paced learning.
A blend of in-person instructor-led sessions and live online class activities, combined with self-paced learning.
Live Online
Real-time instructor-led interactions through scheduled live online sessions, combined with self-paced learning.
Real-time instructor-led interactions through scheduled live online sessions, combined with self-paced learning.
Online
Self-paced learning following a pre-scheduled assessment timeline including opportunities to collaborate with instructors and classmates in real-time.
Self-paced learning following a pre-scheduled assessment timeline including opportunities to collaborate with instructors and classmates in real-time.
Certified Alumni's
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