This Program is Perfect For

  • Project managers and team leaders aiming to master modern, flexible methodologies
  • Professionals striving to embed continuous improvement and customer value through structured agility
  • Career-focused learners seeking accredited, flexible credentials

Customer-focused project management

Jumpstart your career for today's rapidly changing organizations with a specialization in Lean-Agile project management methodologies. In this short specialization program, you will learn the current knowledge and practices of Agile product life-cycle management (APLM), including Lean-Agile principles, systems thinking, Scrum and Kanban methodologies, and the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe?) for Lean Enterprises.

Your new knowledge and skills—including effective customer collaboration, adaptive planning, and leading cross-function teams—will be the essential elements for implementing shorter iterative development cycles with more frequent product releases with higher quality for delighted customers.

Lean-Agile Project Management objectives

  1. Apply Lean-Agile principles and mindful practices within the context of the project team and the larger organization;
  2. Originate and evolve iterative release plans, from concept to cash, based on rapid delivery of business value, using stakeholder collaboration, and empowered cross-functional teams practicing real-time continuous improvement; and
  3. Succeed within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe?) for Lean Enterprises to achieve organizational-level agility by leading knowledgeably and effectively with enterprise-wide Lean-Agile teams.

PMBOK? Guide

Our courses are compliant with A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, PMBOK? Guide, Sixth Edition.

Courses

Program Requirements

Total required: 4 courses or 6 units

  • End with specialization completion review.
1. Prerequisite(s):
Title units Fall Spring Summer Winter
Project Management Fundamentals 3.0 Flexible
2. Required Course(s):
Title units Fall Spring Summer Winter
Agile Project Management Fundamentals 1.5 Flexible
Agile Project Management Using Scrum 1.5 Flexible Flexible
Principle Based Leadership for Project Managers 1.5 Flexible
3. Completion Review:
Title units Fall Spring Summer Winter
Specialization in Lean-Agile Project Management Completion Fee
3. Elective Course(s):
Title units Fall Spring Summer Winter
Agile Project Management Using Scrum 1.5 Flexible Flexible
4. Completion Review:
Title units Fall Spring Summer Winter
Specialization in Lean-Agile Project Management Completion Fee

1. Prerequisite(s):

PPMT.X425
$900 (Estimated Cost)
  • Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
Schedule
Date
Start Time
End Time
Meeting Type
Location
Sat, 01-10-2026
8:30am
5:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Sat, 01-10-2026
8:30am
5:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Sat, 01-17-2026
8:30am
5:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Sat, 01-17-2026
8:30am
5:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Sat, 01-31-2026
8:30am
5:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Sat, 01-31-2026
8:30am
5:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Sat, 02-07-2026
8:30am
5:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Sat, 02-07-2026
8:30am
5:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
 

黑料不打烊

This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.

No meeting on January 24, 2026. To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.

You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.

Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop / tablet to each class meeting.

Required Textbook: The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management, 6th edition, Eric Verzuh, John Wiley & Sons, 2021, ISBN 978-1119700760 (paperback).

Winter

2. Required Course(s):

PPMT.X426
$775 (Estimated Cost)
  • Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
Schedule
Date
Start Time
End Time
Meeting Type
Location
Mon, 01-12-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 01-12-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 01-26-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 01-26-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 02-02-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 02-02-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 02-09-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 02-09-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 02-23-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 02-23-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
 

黑料不打烊

This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Just like a traditional in-person class meeting, you are expected to attend and participate in the discussion. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience.

Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop / tablet to each class meeting.

No meeting on January 19 and February 16, 2026. To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.

You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.

Required Textbook: The Project Manager's Guide to Mastering Agile: Principles and Practices for an Adaptive Approach, Charles G. Cobb, 2nd Edition, John Wiley and Sons Inc., ISBN: 978-1119931355.

Winter
PPMT.X408
$720
  • Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
Schedule
Date
Start Time
End Time
Meeting Type
Location
Tue, 11-04-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 11-04-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 11-18-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 11-18-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 11-25-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 11-25-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 12-02-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 12-02-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 12-09-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 12-09-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
 

This class meets in real time in a classroom and via a remote learning platform via Zoom. Students may choose their preferred method of instruction—an in-person classroom setting or a remote format. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and time that are specified on the course schedule. Students who choose to attend remotely, will log into the course via Canvas at the start time of scheduled meetings and participate for the duration of each scheduled class meeting. Just like a traditional in-person class meeting, you are expected to attend and participate in the discussion. Students are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience.

Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop / tablet to each class meeting.

(No meeting November 11).

 

To see all meeting dates, click “Full Schedule” below.

 

Electronic Course Materials: You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.

Required Text: Essential Scrum: A Practical Guide to the Most Popular Agile Process, 1st Edition, Kenneth Rubin, Addison-Wesley Signature, ISBN-13: 978-0137043293.

  • Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
Schedule
Date
Start Time
End Time
Meeting Type
Location
Mon, 03-02-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-02-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-09-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-09-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-16-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-16-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-23-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-23-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-30-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-30-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
 

黑料不打烊

This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.

To see all meeting dates, click “Full Schedule” below.

You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.

Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop / tablet to each class meeting.

Required Textbook: Essential Scrum: A Practical Guide to the Most Popular Agile Process, 1st Edition, Kenneth Rubin, Addison-Wesley Signature, ISBN-13: 978-0137043293.

Fall Flexible
Winter Flexible
PPMT.X422
$750
  • Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
Schedule
Date
Start Time
End Time
Meeting Type
Location
Fri, 01-09-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Fri, 01-09-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Fri, 01-16-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Fri, 01-16-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Fri, 01-23-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Fri, 01-23-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Fri, 01-30-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Fri, 01-30-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Fri, 02-06-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Fri, 02-06-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
 

黑料不打烊

This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Just like a traditional in-person class meeting, you are expected to attend and participate in the discussion. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience.

To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.

You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.

Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop / tablet to each class meeting.

Winter

3. Completion Review:

O-CE0508
$50
Schedule
Date
Start Time
End Time
Meeting Type
Location
 

Please enroll in the Specialization in Lean-Agile Project Management Completion Fee only after all of the specialization requirements have been met and your final grades are posted.

3. Elective Course(s):

PPMT.X408
$720
  • Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
Schedule
Date
Start Time
End Time
Meeting Type
Location
Tue, 11-04-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 11-04-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 11-18-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 11-18-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 11-25-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 11-25-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 12-02-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 12-02-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 12-09-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Tue, 12-09-2025
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
 

This class meets in real time in a classroom and via a remote learning platform via Zoom. Students may choose their preferred method of instruction—an in-person classroom setting or a remote format. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and time that are specified on the course schedule. Students who choose to attend remotely, will log into the course via Canvas at the start time of scheduled meetings and participate for the duration of each scheduled class meeting. Just like a traditional in-person class meeting, you are expected to attend and participate in the discussion. Students are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience.

Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop / tablet to each class meeting.

(No meeting November 11).

 

To see all meeting dates, click “Full Schedule” below.

 

Electronic Course Materials: You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.

Required Text: Essential Scrum: A Practical Guide to the Most Popular Agile Process, 1st Edition, Kenneth Rubin, Addison-Wesley Signature, ISBN-13: 978-0137043293.

  • Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
Schedule
Date
Start Time
End Time
Meeting Type
Location
Mon, 03-02-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-02-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-09-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-09-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-16-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-16-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-23-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-23-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-30-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
Mon, 03-30-2026
6:00pm
9:00pm
Flexible
SANTA CLARA / REMOTE
 

黑料不打烊

This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.

To see all meeting dates, click “Full Schedule” below.

You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.

Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop / tablet to each class meeting.

Required Textbook: Essential Scrum: A Practical Guide to the Most Popular Agile Process, 1st Edition, Kenneth Rubin, Addison-Wesley Signature, ISBN-13: 978-0137043293.

Fall Flexible
Winter Flexible

4. Completion Review:

O-CE0508
$50
Schedule
Date
Start Time
End Time
Meeting Type
Location
 

Please enroll in the Specialization in Lean-Agile Project Management Completion Fee only after all of the specialization requirements have been met and your final grades are posted.

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