Agile Project Management Sample Exam Paper

Certification in Agile Project Management has become increasingly important for professionals in this field. Recognised certifications like APMG’s Agile Project Management Certification provide a structured framework for people to validate their knowledge and skills in Agile practices and principles. They demonstrate a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, making certified practitioners more valuable assets to organisations.

Using our official sample exam, ensures you are using a reliable and up to date resource in your examination preparation.

APMG Agile Project Management (AgilePM) offers two distinct qualification levels: Foundation and Practitioner, each serving a specific purpose. The Foundation qualification assesses candidates' knowledge and comprehension of AgilePM's fundamental principles, ensuring they can identify and distinguish its key components. This qualification acts as a prerequisite for the Practitioner level.

Targeted at both practising project managers and Agile team members aspiring to become Agile Project Managers, a successful Foundation candidate should grasp the underpinning philosophy and principles of Agile methodologies, understand Agile project lifecycles, recognise Agile products and their purposes, comprehend Agile techniques and their advantages and limitations, and be familiar with the roles and responsibilities within Agile projects.

The Practitioner qualification, on the other hand, evaluates whether candidates possess the knowledge and understanding of AgilePM to apply and customise it effectively in real-world scenarios. To be eligible for this level, candidates must hold either an AgilePM Foundation certificate, a DSDM Foundation certificate, or a DSDM Advanced Practitioner certificate.

Like the Foundation qualification, it is aimed at practising project managers and Agile team members aspiring to transition into Agile Project Managers. Successful Practitioner candidates should demonstrate their ability to apply Agile philosophy and principles in project situations, configure Agile project lifecycles accordingly, produce and assess Agile project products, apply various Agile techniques, identify appropriate techniques for specific scenarios, understand Agile project control mechanisms, outline testing and measurement in Agile projects, and manage requirements in an Agile context.

This qualification focuses more on tracking profit for projects, communicating with stakeholders, conflict resolution, communication, and analysis of specific situations, allowing for more detailed, practical application.

The AgilePM Foundation exam comprises multiple-choice questions with 50 questions per paper, and candidates need to secure 25 marks (50%) out of the available 50 to pass. The exam is closed-book and candidates are allowed 40 minutes to complete it.

On the other hand, the AgilePM Practitioner exam is an objective examination featuring four questions, each worth 20 points, requiring a total of 40 out of 80 points (50%) to pass. This exam allows open-book access, but candidates are limited to using only the official AgilePM Handbook. A longer duration of 2.5 hours is allowed, providing candidates with the opportunity to apply their Agile knowledge to complex scenarios.

These practice questions offer a glimpse into the type of topics and concepts you'll encounter in the Agile Project Management Foundation exam, helping you assess your skills and determine your readiness to take the exam.

1. Which of the following is NOT stated as a benefit of using DSDM?

a) User training becomes unnecessary

b) The business is more likely to feel ownership of the solution as it evolves

c) Deployment is more likely to go smoothly due to the cooperation of all parties

d) The risk of building the wrong solution is greatly reduced

2. Which approach correctly reflects the use of MoSCoW prioritisation?

a) Relates to a specific timeframe

b) Applied and fixed during Foundations

c) Only applied at a project level

d) Is Optional

3. During Iterative Development, which testing activity is the responsibility of the Solution Tester?

a) Business acceptance testing

b) Unit testing of a feature

c) Ensuring that testing is sufficiently comprehensive

d) Providing testing knowledge and expertise

The sample questions are from the official sample exam. Once you have selected an answer for each question above, you can view the correct responses defined below.

Below are the answers to the above questions with a short explanation where appropriate. You can use these answers to assess your current knowledge, familiarise yourself with the concepts, improve your performance and prepare for the real project management exam. Wrong answers provide an opportunity to progress and evaluate mistakes.

1. Which of the following is NOT stated as a benefit of using DSDM?

a) Correct. This is not stated as a benefit.  

b) Incorrect.

c) Incorrect.

d) Incorrect.

2. Which approach correctly reflects the use of MoSCoW prioritisation?

a) Correct. The primary focus initially is to create MoSCoW priorities for the project. However, when deciding what to deliver as part of the Project Increment, MoSCoW priorities are also used to prioritise for that Increment. At this point, a requirement may have two priorities: MoSCoW for the project and MoSCoW for the Increment. Finally, when planning a specific Timebox (at the start of each Timebox), the Solution Development Team will allocate a specific priority for the requirements for this Timebox.

b) Incorrect.

c) Incorrect.

d) Incorrect.

3. Iterative Development and how it adds quality throughout an Agile project

a) Incorrect. This is the responsibility of the Business Ambassador(s).

b) Incorrect. This is the responsibility of the Solution Developer.

c) Incorrect. The Technical Coordinator needs to ensure that appropriate technical reviews are carried out and that testing is sufficiently comprehensive and rigorous to provide confidence that the solution created is fit for purpose.

d) Correct. As part of a collaborative team, the Solution Tester will be supporting other roles to fulfil their testing responsibilities by providing testing knowledge and expertise.

Unlike the Foundation exam, this exam is scenario-based and each exam includes 4 questions. You will need to answer questions based on practical scenarios, for example a fictional project and how it uses time boxes could be described. This official sample exam provides detailed examples of both the scenarios and questions you will face during this examination.

Embarking on the path of continuous learning and professional development is not just a commitment to yourself but also an investment in your business needs. Taking your project management qualification seriously can open doors to new opportunities, increased communication, and enhanced leadership abilities.

To help you along this rewarding journey, we've compiled a list of study tips.

• Register for an agile project management training course with an approved trainer.
• Create a study schedule to manage your time effectively.
• Use the official Agile PM study guide and textbook
• Use mock exams and sample questions to gauge your readiness.
• Join online forums or discussion groups to connect with fellow aspirants and seek advice.
• Review case studies and real-world project examples to apply theory to practice.
• Seek guidance from an experienced project manager or mentors in your network.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices through blogs, podcasts, and webinars.

Often, a lack of motivation can make studying challenging. Book your training course or exam via our online portal to give yourself a firm deadline and help make studying a top priority.

Melanie Franklin, Chief Examiner and Agile Change Agent, shares valuable insights for successful APMG Foundation and Practitioner exam preparation. Gain clarity on the distinction between Foundation and Practitioner questions, discover effective revision techniques, and master the art of tackling exam questions with Melanie's expert guidance.