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Introduction to Jira for Project Management

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to Jira, a popular project management tool used by teams around the world. Designed for beginners, this training will guide you through Jira’s features, including task creation, sprint planning, backlog management, and reporting, to effectively manage and track your projects.

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Certificate :

After Completion

Start Date :

10-Jan-2025

Duration :

30 Days

Course fee :

$150

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

  1. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to Jira, a popular project management tool used by teams around the world.

  2. Designed for beginners, this training will guide you through Jira’s features, including task creation, sprint planning, backlog management, and reporting, to effectively manage and track your projects.

  3. You’ll learn how to leverage Jira’s capabilities to streamline workflows, collaborate with teams, and maintain project transparency.

CERTIFICATION:

Upon successful completion of the Introduction to Jira for Project Management course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Jira for Project Management.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the conclusion of the course, participants will possess the skills to:

  1. Understand the core components of Jira: Dashboards, Projects, Issues, and Boards.
  2. Efficiently navigate and customize Jira’s interface based on project needs.
  3. Set up new projects and configure settings such as issue types, workflows, and permissions.
  4. Organize projects using components, labels, and versions.
  5. Set up and manage Scrum and Kanban boards for Agile project management.
  6. Plan sprints, manage backlogs, and assign issues to specific sprints.
  7. Track sprint progress with Jira’s Burndown chart and other Agile reports.
  8. Create customized dashboards to track key project metrics and team performance.
  9. Use filters and Jira Query Language (JQL) to generate specific reports, including velocity and burndown charts.
  10. Set up Jira automation rules to streamline repetitive tasks.
  11. Integrate Jira with other tools (e.g., Confluence, Trello, Slack) to enhance team collaboration and project management.
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Course Curriculum

Introduction to Jira
  1. Overview of Jira and its Role in Project Management
  2. Understanding Jira Software: Cloud vs. Server vs. Data Center
  3. Navigating the Jira Interface: Dashboards, Projects, Issues, and Boards
  4. Basic Terminology: Projects, Issues, Workflows, Sprints, and Epics
Creating and Managing Projects
  1. Setting Up a New Project in Jira
  2. Managing Project Settings: Issue Types, Project Roles, and Permissions
  3. Configuring and Customizing Project Settings
  4. Understanding Project Hierarchy: Epics, Stories, and Sub-tasks
Working with Issues and Tasks
  1. Creating Issues (Tasks, Stories, Bugs, and Sub-tasks)
  2. Editing and Prioritizing Issues
  3. Assigning Issues to Team Members
  4. Managing Issue Statuses and Workflows
  5. Using Labels, Components, and Versions for Organization
Agile Project Management with Jira
  1. Introduction to Scrum and Kanban Boards in Jira
  2. Managing Backlogs and Sprint Planning
  3. Adding and Moving Issues Between Backlog and Sprints
  4. Tracking Sprint Progress with Jira’s Burndown Chart and Other Metrics
  5. Managing Issues in Different Agile Boards
Reporting and Analytics
  1. Generating Reports: Velocity, Burndown, and Sprint Reports
  2. Understanding and Customizing Jira Dashboards for Project Tracking
  3. Using Filters and Jira Query Language (JQL) for Advanced Reporting
  4. Analyzing Team Performance and Project Progress
Automating Tasks and Integrations
  1. Automating Repetitive Tasks with Jira Automation Rules
  2. Integrating Jira with Tools like Confluence, Trello, and Slack
  3. Customizing Jira Workflows for Specific Project Needs
  4. Managing Permissions, Security Schemes, and User Access
Best Practices and Tips for Jira
  1. Best Practices for Setting Up and Using Jira Effectively
  2. Tips for Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Jira
  3. Jira Usage for Different Project Management Styles (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
  4. Optimizing Jira to Improve Project Management Efficiency
Capstone Project
  1. Apply Jira Skills to a Real-World Project Simulation
  2. Set Up a Project, Plan a Sprint, Assign Issues, and Track Progress
  3. Generate Reports and Dashboards for Project Overview
  4. Demonstrate Project Closing and Reporting

Training Features

Hands-On Jira Practice

Work through practical exercises to familiarize yourself with Jira’s interface.

Expert-Led Sessions

Learn from Jira experts who guide you through advanced features.

Interactive Learning

Participate in quizzes, interactive challenges, and scenario-based exercises.

Customizable Learning Experience

Adjust pace based on your level of familiarity with Jira and project management tools.

Certification Preparation

Prepare for certifications like Jira Software Administrator or Agile Project Management certifications.

Hands-on Experience

Participants will engage in practical, real-time labs where they simulate project management tasks using Jira.

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