Launched in 2010 by the Agile Business Consortium in partnership with APMG International, AgilePM has been embraced by thousands of organizations across diverse industries, with over 240,000 AgilePM exams taken globally.
AgilePM v3 is here! - What’s new?
In the agile spirit of continual improvement, AgilePM v3 has been improved and is packed with fresh new ideas. AgilePM v3 introduces key updates to keep pace with the latest agile methodologies and business practices based on extensive user feedback and the need to enhance learning and practical application across various industries.
- Shift in emphasis from delivering product to delivering value - Go beyond delivering products and create tangible business value at every step of your project.
- Shift from project management to project leadership - Transition from project manager to agile leader to amplify your impact.
- Embrace SCRUM as the product delivery engine - Seamlessly incorporate scrum practices into your project workflows for enhanced team agility.
- Improved guidance for multi-team projects - Gain advanced strategies for effectively managing multiple project teams.
- Enhanced guidance for risk management - Equipping professionals with the tools to improve how they anticipate, assess, and mitigate project risks in an agile environment.
- Practical learning experience - Engage with new, hands-on, interactive learning simulation designed to deepen your understanding and retention
What makes AgilePM v3 different?
- Deliver real value - Focus on outcomes that matter, not just tasks. AgilePM v3 keeps you focused on delivering impact at every stage.
- Master change management - Stay flexible and lead confidently through change. AgilePM v3 equips you with tools that adapt as your project evolves.
- Scale with confidence - Easily manage large, complex projects without losing agility. AgilePM v3 is built to help you scale without sacrificing efficiency.
- Collaborate seamlessly - Whether in the office or remote, AgilePM v3 makes teamwork effortless by aligning your teams and ensuring clear communication.
- Learn by doing - Interactive simulations help you turn theory into practical skills, so you’re prepared to face real-world challenges with confidence.
- Grow your career - Gain globally recognized credentials that increase your earning power and set you apart as the agile leader companies want.
For more information on the updates, head to our special AgilePM version 3 page.
Where can I find AgilePM v3 training?
Accredited training aligned to AgilePM v3 is now available via our global network of Accredited Training Organizations (ATOs). For details of the training providers offering AgilePM v3 training, check the page below.
When enquiring about AgilePM training, please check with providers which version of AgilePM the training will be aligned with.
AgilePM v3 Reference book
The AgilePM v3 Reference book is your complete guide to mastering modern project management with agility. It brings together cutting-edge practices to help you lead teams, manage complex projects, and deliver real value with confidence. Whether you’re managing large-scale initiatives or working with remote teams, AgilePM v3 provides the structure and flexibility to help you succeed.
The AgilePM v3 certification is based on the AgilePM Reference Book, published by the Agile Business Consortium and is now available to purchase via the APMG Store.
Agile Business Consortium: 30% membership discount and additional recognition
Successful AgilePM candidates can claim a 30% discount on membership with the Agile Business Consortium. In addition, your certification and membership will enable you to claim additional Agile Business Professional Level 1 - Explorer status and digital badge from the Consortium.
APMG is accredited by UKAS for the AgilePM Practitioner certification
APMG is proud to be accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) – the UK’s sole National Accreditation Body, which in turn is approved by the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) to assess the competence of organizations providing certification services. UKAS audits APMG annually to ensure our processes are fully in accordance with BS ISO/IEC 17065:2012 for product/process.
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AgilePM Foundation
Gain the essential skills to manage agile projects effectively.
- Ideal for those starting their agile journey and seeking to understand the core principles of agile project management.
- For those looking to adopt agile methodologies to improve project outcomes.
- Professionals who want to understand how they can contribute to agile projects effectively.
- Project Professionals pursuing the AgilePM Practitioner Certificate.
AgilePM Foundation introduces the basics of agile project management, laying the groundwork for effective teamwork and project contribution. Ideal for newcomers or seasoned professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in agile environments.
- Introduction to Agile - Understanding the fundamentals of agile methodologies and principles.
- Scrum Essentials - Learn the basics of Scrum and how it integrates with agile project management.
- Project Planning and Control - Master the techniques for effective project planning, monitoring, and control.
- Team Dynamics - Improve team collaboration and communication for better project outcomes.
- Agile Project Lifecycle - Explore the phases of an agile project and the key activities involved.
AgilePM v3 Foundation courses typically follow this agenda:
- Introduction to AgilePM
- AgilePM Fundamentals
- Individuals and Interactions
- Collaboration and Communication
- Project Process and Lifecycle
- Defining and Organising Requirements
- Estimating and Prioritizing the work
- Planning and Control
- Governance and Risk.
- Multiple choice format
- 50 questions per paper
- Pass marks:
- Version 3 exam - 30 marks required to pass (out of 50 available) - 60%
- Version 2 exam - 25 marks required to pass (out of 50 available) - 50% (this exam is due to be withdrawn on the 30 November 2025)
- 40 minutes duration
- Closed book.

AgilePM Practitioner
Become an agile project leader with in-depth knowledge of agile principles.
- AgilePM Foundation certificate.
- Experienced Project Managers with foundational agile knowledge looking to deepen their expertise and manage complex projects.
- Agile Team Leaders who want to enhance their leadership skills and drive successful agile projects.
- Agile Enthusiasts committed to mastering agile project management and leading their teams to new heights.
- AgilePM Foundation Certified Professionals.
The AgilePM v3 Practitioner is designed for those ready to take their agile project management skills to the next level. This course explains how to handle complex challenges, keep projects on track, and deepen your mastery of Agile Project Management. AgilePM v3 Practitioner hones your skills for complex project challenges, equipping you to lead agile projects to successful outcomes.
- Advanced Scrum Practices - Learn how to apply advanced Scrum techniques in agile project management.
- Multi-Team Coordination - Master the skills needed to manage large projects with multiple agile teams.
- Project Leadership - Develop your leadership abilities to effectively guide agile teams and manage stakeholders.
- Interactive Simulations - Participate in hands-on simulations that provide real-world experience and practical application of Agile principles.
- Tailoring Agile Practices - Understand how to tailor Agile practices to fit different project contexts and challenges.
The standard agenda for an AgilePM Practitioner course includes:
- Team Structure and Way of Working
- Risk Management
- Risk Management and the AgilePM Approach
- Defining and Estimating the Work
- Responding to change over following a plan
- Delivery Planning
- The multi-team dimension
- Regulatory compliance
- Demonstrate control
AgilePM version 3
- Objective testing examination. 4 questions (15 points per question).
- 30/60 points required to pass the exam (50%).
- Duration 2 hours.
- Open book (only the official AgilePM v3 manual is allowed).
- Prerequisite – AgilePM Foundation v3
AgilePM version 2
- Objective testing examination. 4 questions (20 points per question).
- 40/80 points required to pass the exam (50%).
- Duration 2.5 hours.
- Open book (only the official AgilePM v2 manual is allowed).
- Prerequisite – AgilePM Foundation v2
- The v2 exam is due to be withdrawn on the 30 November 2025

AgilePM Practitioner Re-registration
Maintain your Registered Practitioner status.
A valid Practitioner certificate (must be before the certification expires).
AgilePM Registered Practitioners wishing to retain their 'Registered' status.
- Objective testing examination. 4 questions (20 points per question).
- 40/80 points required to pass the exam (50%).
- Duration 2.5 hours.
- Open book (only the official AgilePM manual is allowed).
- Prerequisite – AgilePM Practitioner v2
- This exam is due to be withdrawn on the 30 November 2025