Leading SAFe (SAFe Agilist)

Course Features of Leading SAFe (SAFe Agilist)

Learning Objectives

The Leading SAFe® course equips participants with the knowledge and tools to drive a successful Lean-Agile transformation within their organizations.

1. Lean-Agile Foundations: 

•   Understand the principles and practices of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
•    Learn how to establish Team and Technical Agility.
   

2. Organizational Alignment:

•   Align massive organizations around clear, common objectives.
•  Organize teams around the flow of value from strategy to delivery.
   

3. Critical SAFe Events:

• Participate successfully in key SAFe events, such as PI Planning.
• Learn how to run effective alignment and planning sessions.
   

4. Customer-Centric Mindset:

•  Adopt a customer-centric mindset to enhance value delivery.
•  Focus on engaging employees and delivering value to customers.
   

5. Business Agility:

•  Realize the benefits of SAFe by achieving business agility.
•  Understand how SAFe supports organizations in thriving in the digital age.
   

6. Shared Language and Culture:

•  Build a culture of resiliency using a shared language that engages employees.
•  Foster agility at scale by embracing SAFe principles and values.
   

7. Agile Transformation Leadership:

•  Lead the Agile transformation within your organization.
•  Equip yourself with the guidance to drive change and achieve business agility.
   

8. Economic View:

•  Take an economic view of decision-making within the Lean-Agile context.
•   Understand the financial implications of adopting SAFe practices.
   

9. Lean Thinking and Agile Development: 

• Apply Lean Thinking to optimize processes and reduce waste.
•  Embrace Agile Development practices for continuous improvement.
   

10. SAFe Agilist Certification:

• Prepare for the SAFe Agilist certification exam.
• Gain recognition as a SAFe Agilist and contribute to organizational success.
• By completing Leading SAFe, participants will be well-prepared to drive transformational change, enhance collaboration, and create a resilient, agile organization.

Target audience

The Leading SAFe® course caters to specific audiences based on their roles within an organization. Here are the target audiences summarised in bullet points:

Executives:

• Leaders at all levels, including front-line leaders and CEOs.
• Those responsible for spearheading and championing Agile transformation efforts.

Managers:

• Individuals involved in strategic planning and driving cultural change.
• Responsible for aligning the organization around clear objectives.

Change Agents:

• Those seeking to enhance their understanding of SAFe principles.
• Individuals who play a crucial role in driving Agile transformation.
   

In essence, Leading SAFe is designed for those who need to lead and guide Agile adoption at an organizational level.

Exam and Certification information

Duration - 90 minutes

Number of Questions - 45

Passing Score - 80%

Delivery Web-based, closed book, no outside assistance

Access Learning Plan (after course completion)

Cost First attempt is included in the course registration fee if taken within 30 days of course completion Retake Fee $50 Retake Policy First retake - May be taken immediately after the first failed attempt. Second retake - May be taken 10 days after the first retake. Third retake - May be taken 30 days after the second retake. All subsequent retakes require a 30-day wait

Certification Journey