WSQ - Mastering Agile Project Management for IT Projects

Topic 1: Introduction to Agile Software Development

• Schedule meeting to Agile software development team 
• Picking tools for Agile software development 
• Organize briefing on Agile software development standards and protocols 

Topic 2: Scrum and DevOps Frameworks

• Agile principles for software development - Scrum frameworks
• Agile practices for software development – DevOps 
• Refactor to improve software efficiency

Topic 3: Agile Software Engineering Techniques

• Version control
• Programming languages and API
• Software tools for CI/CD and DevOps 
• Extremely Programming (XP) and DevOps 

Topic 4: Task Automation

• Kanban for developers and handling bugs during testing 
• Continuous integration and automated pipeline 

Final Assessment

• Written Assessment - Short Answer Questions (WA-SAQ)
• Practical Performance (PP)

Promotion Code

Promo or discount cannot be applied to WSQ courses

Minimum Entry Requirement

Knowledge and Skills

• Able to operate using computer functions
• Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)

Attitude

• Positive Learning Attitude
• Enthusiastic Learner

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of working experience.

Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement

Software: NIL

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Hardware: Windows and Mac Laptops

About Progressive Wage Model (PWM)

The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) helps to increase wages of workers through upgrading skills and improving productivity. 

Employers must ensure that their Singapore citizen and PR workers meet the PWM training requirements of attaining at least 1 Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment, out of the list of approved WSQ training modules.

For more information on PWM, please visit MOM site.

Funding Eligility Criteria

Steps to Apply Skills Future Claim

• The staff will send you an invoice with the fee breakdown.
• Login to the MySkillsFuture portal, select the course you’re enrolling on and enter the course date and schedule.
• Enter the course fee payable by you (including GST) and enter the amount of credit to claim.
• Upload your invoice and click ‘Submit’

SkillsFuture Level-Up Program

The  SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme provides greater structural support for mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 years and above to pursue a substantive skills reboot and stay relevant in a changing economy. For more information, visit SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme

Get Additional Course Fee Support Up to $500 under UTAP

The Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) is a training benefit provided to NTUC Union Members with an objective of encouraging them to upgrade with skills training. It is provided to minimize the training cost. If you are a NTUC Union Member then you can get 50% funding (capped at $500 per year) under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP).

For more information visit NTUC U Portal – Union Training Assistance Program (UTAP)

Steps to Apply UTAP

• Log in to your U Portal account to submit your UTAP application upon completion of the course.

Note

• SSG subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Corporates.
• All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay. For more details, visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/credit
• An unfunded course fee can be claimed via SkillsFuture Credit or paid in cash.
• UTAP funding for NTUC Union Members is capped at $250 for 39 years and below and at $500 for 40 years and above.
• UTAP support amount will be paid to training provider first and claimed after end of class by learner.

Appeal Process

1. The candidate has the right to disagree with the assessment decision made by the assessor.
2. When giving feedback to the candidate, the assessor must check with the candidate if he agrees with the assessment outcome.
3. If the candidate agrees with the assessment outcome, the assessor & the candidate must sign the Assessment Summary Record.
4. If the candidate disagrees with the assessment outcome, he/she should not sign in the Assessment Summary Record.
5. If the candidate intends to appeal the decision, he/she should first discuss the matter with the assessor/assessment manager.
6. If the candidate is still not satisfied with the decision, the candidate must notify the assessor of the decision to appeal. The assessor will reflect the candidate’s intention in the Feedback Section of the Assessment Summary Record.
7. The assessor will notify the assessor manager about the candidate’s intention to lodge an appeal.
8. The candidate must lodge the appeal within 7 days, giving reasons for appeal 
9. The assessor can help the candidate with writing and lodging the appeal.
10. he assessment manager will collect information from the candidate & assessor and give a final decision.
11. A record of the appeal and any subsequent actions and findings will be made.
12. An Assessment Appeal Panel will be formed to review and give a decision.
13. The outcome of the appeal will be made known to the candidate within 2 weeks from the date the appeal was lodged.
14. The decision of the Assessment Appeal Panel is final and no further appeal will be entertained.
15. Please click the link below to fill up the Candidates Appeal Form.

• Software Developer
• Scrum Master
• Product Owner
• DevOps Engineer
• QA Engineer
• Release Manager
• IT Operations Manager
• Continuous Integration Specialist
• Software Architect
• Infrastructure Automation Engineer
• Application Developer
• Configuration Manager
• Site Reliability Engineer
• Cloud Solutions Architect
• Application Release Coordinator

Sivanesan Sivakaruniam: Sivanesan Sivakaruniam is an accomplished project management and quality systems consultant with over 25 years of experience in operations excellence, ISO implementation, and organizational improvement. As a certified ISO Lead Auditor and ACTA-qualified trainer, he has led numerous enterprise transformation initiatives across manufacturing, logistics, and technology sectors. His expertise bridges traditional project management frameworks with agile principles, helping organizations adapt to dynamic business environments while maintaining process discipline and delivery consistency.

In “Mastering Agile Project Management for IT Projects,” Sivanesan focuses on integrating ISO-compliant quality structures with agile practices to achieve iterative improvement and stakeholder satisfaction. His sessions emphasize agile roles, sprint planning, and continuous feedback cycles, supported by real-world case studies from IT and engineering contexts. By aligning compliance-driven processes with adaptive project execution, he empowers participants to lead projects with agility, accountability, and measurable performance outcomes.

Truman Ng - Truman Ng is a highly certified ICT and project management professional with over 20 years of experience spanning networking, cybersecurity, automation, and enterprise systems. Holding global certifications including Huawei HCIE, Cisco CCNP/CCIP, PMP®, and ACTA, he has extensive expertise in deploying IT infrastructure, leading complex projects, and delivering digital transformation initiatives. His career includes consulting and training across diverse domains such as Linux, DevOps, RPA, and IT automation, giving him strong practical knowledge of managing IT projects in dynamic environments.

As an ACTA-certified trainer, Truman has conducted professional courses in agile methodologies, project management, and IT systems integration. His teaching emphasizes practical application, equipping participants with the ability to adopt agile frameworks, manage cross-functional teams, and deliver IT projects efficiently. With his unique blend of technical depth and project management expertise, he ensures learners can confidently apply agile practices to real-world IT project contexts.

Praveen Dayal - Praveen Dayal is a senior IT leader and project management specialist with extensive global experience in banking, finance, manufacturing, and technology. He holds multiple international certifications, including PMP®, PMI-ACP, ASM, CISA, CISM, CRISC, and ACLP, reflecting his strong expertise in project management, risk governance, and agile practices. His career spans senior leadership roles where he successfully led large-scale IT projects, digital transformation programs, and enterprise system implementations across multiple industries.

As an ACLP-certified trainer, Praveen has delivered Agile and Scrum-focused programs that empower IT and business professionals to adopt iterative, value-driven project management approaches. He integrates real-world case studies, simulations, and agile practices into his teaching, enabling participants to understand how agile frameworks can be applied beyond software development into IT projects and enterprise change management. His pragmatic and structured approach ensures learners acquire actionable skills to deliver IT projects with agility, efficiency, and business alignment.

Stephen Tan - Stephen Tan is an operations and supply chain management professional with more than 20 years of leadership experience in global organizations, including Symrise, Dragoco, and Hewlett-Packard. His expertise includes managing large-scale projects, leading cross-functional teams, and implementing process improvements across multiple countries. Certified as a ScrumMaster (CSM) and Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Stephen has applied agile principles to streamline IT-enabled business processes and enhance organizational performance.

With an MBA in General Management and certifications in leadership and negotiation, Stephen brings both strategic and operational perspectives into agile project management. As a trainer, he emphasizes the integration of agile methodologies into IT projects, focusing on stakeholder management, iterative delivery, and value-driven outcomes. His ability to bridge business strategy with agile execution equips learners with the skills to lead IT projects effectively in today’s fast-paced digital landscape.

Choong Sin Fatt: Choong Sin Fatt is a senior project management professional and IT consultant with more than 20 years of experience leading software development, system integration, and digital transformation projects. He is a certified PMP and Scrum Master, known for his ability to combine structured methodologies with agile innovation. Throughout his career, he has helped organizations implement hybrid project management frameworks that balance predictability with flexibility, ensuring successful delivery across complex technical initiatives.

In “Mastering Agile Project Management for IT Projects,” Sin Fatt equips learners with practical techniques for managing agile projects from initiation to delivery. His training covers sprint management, backlog prioritization, and agile team collaboration using tools like Jira and Trello. Through experiential learning and case-driven discussions, he helps participants master agile frameworks that foster transparency, speed, and continuous value creation in IT project environments.