Free Agile Project Management (AgilePM) Study Guide 2026 - Syllabus, Domain Weightage & Study Plan
📋 2026 Edition  ·  Updated August 2026

Agile Project Management (AgilePM)
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100
Questions
150 min
Duration
50
Passing score
5
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Exam at a Glance

Everything you need to know before you start

Key facts about the Agile Project Management (AgilePM) exam structure, format, and scoring.

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agile-project-management
Exam code
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100 questions
Total questions
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150 minutes
Duration
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50
Passing score
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5 domains
Exam domains
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Valid 3 years
Certification validity
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Online / In-person
Testing mode
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Globally recognised
Credential type
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Scoring method: The AgilePM Foundation exam requires 50% (25/50 questions) to pass. The AgilePM Practitioner exam requires 50% (40/80 marks). Foundation is closed book; Practitioner is open book (AgilePM Handbook only).. The exam may include unscored pilot questions - treat every question seriously.
Focus Areas

What should you study for the Agile Project Management (AgilePM) exam?

To pass the Agile Project Management (AgilePM) certification exam, you should focus on these core domains. The exam tests your ability to apply concepts in real-world scenarios - not just memorise definitions.

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Common mistake: Candidates memorise terminology but struggle with scenario-based questions. Focus on when to use what, not just what exists.
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Agile Philosophy and Principles (20%)
Covers the rationale for agile approaches, the DSDM philosophy, and the eight principles that underpin the framework.
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Agile Project Framework — Lifecycle (25%)
Covers the phases of the DSDM lifecycle from pre-project through post-project.
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Roles and Responsibilities (20%)
Covers all AgilePM roles including business and solution roles and their interactions.
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Products and Documentation (15%)
Covers the key AgilePM products (documents and artifacts) used throughout the project lifecycle.
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Agile Techniques (20%)
Covers core AgilePM techniques including MoSCoW prioritization, timeboxing, facilitated workshops, and modelling.
Full Syllabus

Agile Project Management (AgilePM) Exam Syllabus and Topics

The Agile Project Management (AgilePM) exam is divided into 5 domains. Each domain tests specific skills and contributes to your overall score. Click any domain to expand topics.

Agile Philosophy and Principles
Covers the rationale for agile approaches, the DSDM philosophy, and the eight principles that underpin the framework.
20% ▼
Agile Foundations
Agile Manifesto
Why Agile?
Benefits of Agile PM
Agile vs Traditional PM
DSDM Eight Principles
Focus on Business Need
Deliver on Time
Collaborate
Never Compromise Quality
Build Incrementally
Develop Iteratively
Communicate Continuously
Demonstrate Control
~20 questions
20 marks
20% of exam weight
Agile Project Framework — Lifecycle
Covers the phases of the DSDM lifecycle from pre-project through post-project.
25% ▼
Pre-Project and Feasibility
Project Trigger
Feasibility Assessment
Business Foundations
Feasibility Checkpoint
Evolutionary Development
Foundations Phase
Exploration
Engineering
Deployment
Iterative Development
Post-Project
Benefits Realization
Post-Project Review
Ongoing Operations
Lessons Learned
~25 questions
25 marks
25% of exam weight
Roles and Responsibilities
Covers all AgilePM roles including business and solution roles and their interactions.
20% ▼
Business Roles
Business Sponsor
Business Visionary
Business Analyst
Business Ambassador
Business Advisor
Solution and Technical Roles
Technical Coordinator
Team Leader
Solution Developer
Solution Tester
Leadership and Support Roles
Project Manager
Agile Coach
Workshop Facilitator
~20 questions
20 marks
20% of exam weight
Products and Documentation
Covers the key AgilePM products (documents and artifacts) used throughout the project lifecycle.
15% ▼
Management Products
Business Case
Project Approach Questionnaire (PAQ)
DSDM Delivery Plan
Risk Log
Technical Products
Feasibility Assessment
Prioritised Requirements List (PRL)
Solution Architecture Definition
Testing Approach
~15 questions
15 marks
15% of exam weight
Agile Techniques
Covers core AgilePM techniques including MoSCoW prioritization, timeboxing, facilitated workshops, and modelling.
20% ▼
Prioritization and Timeboxing
MoSCoW Prioritization
Timeboxing Levels (Project, Increment, Timebox)
Timebox Planning
Iterative Delivery
Collaboration Techniques
Facilitated Workshops
Daily Stand-up
Modelling
Prototyping
Configuration Management
Scrum Integration (New in v3)
Scrum Events: Sprint, Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, Retrospective
Scrum Artefacts: Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, Increment
Definition of Done
Combining Scrum Delivery with DSDM Governance
~20 questions
20 marks
20% of exam weight
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Study Plan

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Exam Strategy

Tips to pass Agile Project Management (AgilePM) on your first attempt

Tactical advice beyond content knowledge - what separates candidates who pass from those who retake.

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Memorize all eight DSDM principles — they are foundational to many exam questions.
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Know every AgilePM role, their responsibilities, and how they interact with each other.
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Understand MoSCoW prioritization and how it drives delivery in a timebox.
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Study the complete DSDM lifecycle and the products associated with each phase.
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Official and trusted study materials

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Official
Official Exam Guide
The authoritative blueprint. Know every objective before studying anything else.
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Practice Tests
Agile Project Management (AgilePM) Practice Test
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Mock Exam
Agile Project Management (AgilePM) Mock Exam
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Training
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Reference
Agile Project Management (AgilePM) Cheat Sheet
One-page summaries for each Agile Project Management (AgilePM) domain - ideal for last-week revision.
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Diagnostic
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Community
Study Groups & Forums
Reddit r/certifications and exam-specific Discord servers for peer support and tips.
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