IPM CPM Level 1
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Earn the globally recognised IPM Agile Project Professional® certification and learn how to lead Agile teams with clarity, structure, and confidence. You’ll build practical skills in adaptive planning, backlog and prioritisation, iterative delivery, and continuous improvement. Designed for professionals working across technology, engineering, and other fast-moving environments, this course equips you to deliver value faster, collaborate better, and respond to change without losing control.
South African organisations across banking, telecommunications, and government are increasingly adopting agile ways of working to keep pace with digital transformation demands.
As more teams claim to be “agile” without genuine structural change, employers are looking for project professionals who can demonstrate real, formally recognised agile capability — not just familiarity with ceremonies and boards.
IPM Agile Project Professional® gives South African project managers a dual-accredited route into that space, combining IPMA® certification with practical, project-level agile skills.
Upon completion of this course, you will achieve the following learning outcomes:
At the end of the course, participants will complete a certification exam consisting of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) designed to test their ability to apply Agile project management principles. The exam focuses on scenario-based challenges to assess practical understanding.
Preparation materials, including quizzes and a question bank, are provided throughout the course to ensure participants are fully ready for the exam.
There are no prerequisites to apply for the IPMA Agile® competence-based certification, and both exam and certification fees are included. This qualification evaluates your Agile project management competence in the areas of Practice, People, and Perspective. The course content is structured to help you develop and validate these skills to international standards.
Enrolment in this programme includes 12 months’ complimentary access to IPM Membership, supporting continued professional development beyond Agile certification.
Genuine agile capability increasingly separates project managers who can deliver real value from those who’ve simply adopted agile terminology. South African employers are prioritising candidates who can demonstrate this formally, particularly across banking, telecoms, and public sector transformation work. This dual certification signals both structured agile competency and broader project management capability, whether moving into a dedicated Agile Project Manager role or strengthening an existing one.
Here are expected salary range estimations:
R457,000
R626,000–R682,000
R777,000
IPM Agile Project Professional® combines two credentials in one programme: the IPMA® Certified Agile Associate (Level D) and IPM’s own Agile Project Professional® certification.
Backed by 35+ years of project management education and 50,000+ professionals trained worldwide, the qualification awards 21 PDUs, recognised toward maintaining PMI certification status — relevant for South Africa’s growing community of PMP® holders too.
This programme empowers professionals and organisations to:
As demand for Agile project management certification continues to grow worldwide, qualified professionals are increasingly sought after across industries. If you want to learn more about this approach, read our article: Agile Project Management.
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This course is available for organisations looking to meet specific business needs, equipping your team with the skills to drive success.
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The course fee includes exam and certification costs, access to all digital course materials, live expert-led virtual sessions, recordings, and full support from our Student Support team.
Yes, there are two payment options available:
The course is delivered 100% online, led by expert lecturers. The live sessions provide flexibility for global learners, and all classes are recorded and available for playback in the Student Hub.
The course is suitable for individuals from various industry backgrounds and anyone who directly contributes to projects. A foundational understanding of traditional project management tools and processes may be helpful.
Yes, the content of this course is suitable for various industry sectors. We have students from different backgrounds – such as engineering, pharmaceuticals, design, construction, IT, and many others – who completed the course successfully.
The course is assessed through three written assignments (a self-assessment and two written projects) and a 3-hour online exam at the end of the course (Multiple-Choice and Scenario style of questions).
Classes are delivered over three consecutive days, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (GMT/UTC). Additional study time will depend on your pace and experience, typically involving preparation for the self-assessment and exam.
Yes. The course credentials are recognised in over 70 countries and valued by employers, giving you a competitive edge in international project roles.
Yes. All live online sessions are recorded and available in the Student Hub for a limited time, ensuring flexibility for learners across time zones.
This programme helps you develop an Agile mindset and a solid understanding of Agile principles, values, and frameworks that you can apply immediately. Earning a globally recognised certification demonstrates your competence and supports your career advancement in Agile project management.
The Live Online classes are delivered in English. For the OnDemand format, subtitles are available in Arabic, French, Simplified Chinese and Spanish, helping improve comprehension and support more effective study. Simply click the CC button on the video player to enable subtitles
AgilePM® is a certification framework from APMG International. IPM Agile Project Professional® is a different, dual-accredited route — combining IPMA® Certified Agile Associate (Level D) with IPM’s own certification — suited to project managers building broader, internationally recognised agile capability.
Yes. This course awards 21.0 Professional Development Units (PDUs), which count toward maintaining your PMI certification status.
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