Master's Degree in Continuing Education in Agile Methodology and Project Management
Spanish
Credits: 60 ECTS
PRESENTATION
The Master’s in Agile Methodology and Project Management is a strategic specialization designed for professionals in project management or team leadership roles who seek to update and deepen their knowledge of agile methodologies. This program will enable you to optimize management in environments marked by uncertainty and constant digital evolution. You will delve into the traditional framework of planning and control, contrasting it with the agile approach—which is essential for organizational transformation and adaptability. You will develop a comprehensive vision that spans from project launch and communications management to the optimization of procurement and the integration of human resources, quality, safety, and environmental management into your projects—always in compliance with applicable regulations. The master’s program equips you with the tools for advanced agile project management, covering scope definition, contract management, and cost negotiation. You will learn to make accurate estimates and plan rigorously, while mastering risk identification and mitigation. You will turn financial project management into one of your strengths, enabling you to make informed decisions that directly impact the profitability and success of initiatives. With this training, you will not only elevate your management skills but also lead teams toward achieving ambitious goals by applying agile methodologies effectively and strategically in any context.
Objectives
• Lead the planning and oversight of complex initiatives, integrating traditional and agile approaches to ensure efficient execution. • Design communication and documentation strategies that ensure transparency and the flow of information within multidisciplinary teams. • Efficiently manage procurement and resources, optimizing the value chain of initiatives. • Integrate human resources, quality, safety, and environmental management into strategic project management, in compliance with applicable regulations. • Lead the definition of project scope and contract management, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. • Make strategic financial decisions through negotiation, cost estimation, and cost control, maximizing project profitability. • Proactively assess and mitigate project risks, implementing contingency plans that safeguard results. • Implement scalable agile frameworks for team and project management, fostering adaptability in the context of digital transformation.
Methodology
At Educa PHAROS, we use a highly practical methodology focused on the direct application of knowledge in the student’s professional environment, combining theoretical content with real-world cases, digital tools, and support from a team of specialized instructors.
Program
Session 1: Project Launch
Session 2: Project Management Plan I: The Project Life Cycle
Session 3: Project Management Plan II: Project Management Plan
Session 4: Project Management Plan III: Organizational Chart
Session 5: Lessons Learned
Session 1: Communications Management I: General Aspects of Communication
Session 2: Communications Management II: The Overall Communications Management Process
Session 3: Communications Management III: Specific Communications Management Plan
Session 4: Documentation Management and Control I: Specific Documentation Management Plan
Session 5: Documentation Management and Control II: Documentation Management Tools
Session 1: Procurement Management
Session 2: Purchasing and Subcontracting Management
Session 3: Activation Management
Session 4: Inspection Management
Session 5: Logistics Management
Session 1: Human Resources Management I: Specific Human Resources Plan
Session 2: Human Resources Management II: Team Management
Session 3: Quality Management
Session 4: Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Management I: Definition
Session 5: Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Management II: Regulations
Session 1: Scope Management I
Session 2: Scope Management II
Session 3: Scope Management III
Session 4: Contract Management I
Session 5: Contract Management II
Session 1: Negotiation I
Session 2: Negotiation 2
Session 3: Negotiation 3
Session 4: Cost Control
Session 1: Cost Estimation 1
Session 2: Cost Estimation 2
Session 3: Cost Estimation 3
Session 4: Planning 1
Session 5: Planning 2
Session 6: Planning 3
Session 1: Global Context
Session 2: Risk Management 1
Session 3: Risk Management 2
Session 4: Risk Management 3
Session 5: Earned Value Method
Time Value of Money
Investment Valuation Methods
Preparation of financial projections.
Quality of financial projections and residual value.
Sources of project funding.
Cost of capital and debt level of the project. Evaluation of projects with uncertain outcomes.
Introduction to the Funding Model
Project Finance.
Project Risk Analysis.
Project Financeability.
Entities involved in the project's financing.
Ratios and Project Funding Management.
Trends in Financing for International Projects.
Country Risk Management.
Sources of Funding for International Projects.
Financial Management of Service Projects.
Identifying Costs in Service Projects.
Allocation of costs to services.
Establishing the service budget.
Financial monitoring and service closure.
Introduction
Quality Policy
Conducting a Context Analysis
Processes and Procedures
Risk Identification
Definition of Responsibilities and Objectives
Establishment of Plans and Programs
Human Resources Management
Materials Management
Management of External Resources (Suppliers)
External Resource Management (Purchasing)
Information Management
Communication Management
Design, Product, and Service Planning
Design, Product, and Service Control
Management of Non-Compliance and Correction
Internal Control Mechanisms: Report
Control Mechanisms: Audits
Management Review
External certification.
Organizational Changes in the Digital Age
Limitations of Predictive Models in Changing Environments
The Birth of a New Paradigm: Agile Thinking
Factors Driving the Adoption of Agility
Linear Approach vs. Incremental Approach
Risk and Change Management in Both Models
Roles, Structures, and Decision-Making
Advantages and Challenges of Each Methodology Depending on the Context
Core Values of Agile Work
Key Attitudes: Flexibility, Collaboration, and Ongoing Commitment
The Cultural Impact of Agile Thinking on Teams and Organizations
Introduction to Existing Agile Frameworks
Common Characteristics and Key Differences
Criteria for Selecting an Agile Approach Based on the Project or Organization
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It is designed for organizations that want to develop internal skills, standardize role-based training, and have traceability and learning metrics.
It includes learning paths by profile, user and permission management, progress reports, certification, and access to masterclasses or live sessions (depending on the plan).
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Educa PHAROS is a next-generation training model that places a company’s human capital at the forefront. Through a platform that adapts to each company’s corporate identity and offers a total of more than 900 courses, it provides tailored training for each organization. The unlimited flat-rate plan provides each company with the number of courses that best suits its needs, as well as the ability to determine which employees will have access.
Spanish 
Credits: 60 ECTS
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Spanish
60 ECTS
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