Agile Leadership Course
Take our Agile Leadership Course and develop the skills needed to lead teams in a more collaborative, participative and empowering way. The course explores Agile Leadership principles and practices, showing how to support and develop teams, delegate responsibilities, involve people in decision-making, build trust and adapt your leadership approach to different contexts.
We designed the Agile Leadership course to be highly practical. Through case studies, exercises and practical activities, participants explore real-world leadership situations and experiment with different ways of guiding, supporting, engaging and empowering teams. The course shows how to apply a more Agile approach to leadership, both when managing teams that work with Agile and in environments where leaders want to develop more flexible and collaborative ways of working.
Trusted by more than 17,500 professionals in 37 countries
Since 2006, XPM Consulting has trained more than 17,500 professionals in 37 countries, building extensive experience in Agile training, project management and leadership skills development.
This experience gives us a strong understanding of the needs of professionals who lead and manage teams in Agile environments, as well as leaders who want to adopt more collaborative, participative and empowering approaches to leadership.
Who is the Agile Leadership course for?
The Agile Leadership Course is designed for leaders, managers, team leaders and other professionals with leadership responsibilities who want to develop their Agile leadership skills. It is particularly relevant for professionals leading teams in Agile environments, as well as those who want to adopt a more collaborative, participative and empowering approach to leadership.
The course is also suitable for professionals who want to strengthen their ability to promote team autonomy, build trust, involve people in decision-making, support continuous improvement and adapt their leadership approach to different teams and organisational contexts.
What you’ll get from the Agile Leadership course
With the Agile Leadership Course, you will:
- Understand the principles of Agile Leadership and how a more Agile approach can support collaboration, team autonomy and adaptability across teams and organisations.
- Develop the skills needed to lead and manage teams working in Agile environments, promoting autonomy, trust, collaboration, focus and continuous improvement.
- Learn how to adopt a more participative and collaborative leadership approach, involving teams in decision-making and delegating responsibilities appropriately.
- Understand the role of leaders and managers in adopting Agile approaches and creating the conditions for teams to work more autonomously and effectively.
- Explore the influence of organisational culture, shared values and leadership styles on the adoption and sustainability of more Agile ways of working.
- Develop your understanding of key Agile concepts, principles, practices and roles, including their application in scaled environments.
- Develop skills to address different leadership challenges, adapt your approach to team needs and promote continuous improvement.
- Learn how to assess the results of adopting Agile practices using relevant performance indicators.
- Access elearning content and resources, depending on the selected training option.
- Receive a training certificate corresponding to the duration of the training.
Learn through a fully resolved case study
The Agile Leadership course includes a complete, fully resolved case study that follows the application of Agile Leadership principles and practices in a real-world team leadership situation.
Throughout the case study, you will explore different leadership challenges, from promoting team autonomy and collaboration to decision-making, delegation, change management and continuous improvement.
The case study creates a direct link between the concepts covered during the training and practical leadership situations, helping you develop skills that you can apply when leading your teams and in your day-to-day professional work.
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What Clients say about us?
Jorge Sousa
"Excellent alignment with my professional goals. Thank you."
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"Regarding the course delivered by XPM Consulting, I can say that it was delivered with great professionalism and expertise..."
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"I found XPM Consulting’s course to be the ideal tool to support my preparation for the certification."
Julien Basset
"XPM Consulting provided the training and the right tools to keep us on track for the exam. As a result, I passed my certification exam on my first attempt!"
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Tiago Trigo
"The content was presented very clearly, always with practical examples. Overall, the experience was very good."
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"I would like to thank you for your support throughout the process, and also congratulate you on your elearning, which provides all the information needed and includes practice exams that closely resemble the real exam."
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Trainer of the Agile Leadership course – Henrique Moura PMP, RMP, ACP, EVP, PRINCE2®, PSM II, SPS, PSPO
Henrique Moura is an Agile and project management professional with more than 20 years of experience as a trainer and consultant, as well as an author. He has extensive experience in project management, Agile and Scrum, working with professionals and organisations internationally.
He is the author of several books on project management, Agile and Scrum, including the Agile Project Management Handbook, the Scrum Handbook – 2nd Edition, and PMP Exam Complete Guide – 3rd Edition, published in 2026 and updated for the latest PMP exam.
His other publications include PMP Exam Complete Guide, PMP Exam Complete Guide – 2nd Edition, McGraw-Hill Education PMP® Project Management Professional Exam, PMP® Sem Segredos and Exame PMP – Guia Completo.
Henrique Moura as a Project Management Trainer
Henrique Moura has extensive international experience as a Project Management, Agile and Scrum trainer and coach. His experience spans multiple industries, including information technology, oil & gas, construction, manufacturing, financial services, government, media, telecommunications, utilities, nuclear, retail and healthcare.
Henrique Moura as a Lecturer
Henrique Moura has also taught at several higher education institutions, including Católica School of Business & Economics, Nova School of Business and Economics, ISEG, the Faculty of Science and Technology of NOVA University Lisbon, Universidad por la Cooperación Internacional, Caledonian College of Engineering, UAL, ISLA, ISEP, the Military Academy and INA.
Henrique Moura as a Speaker
Henrique Moura has spoken at international conferences, including the PMI Gulf conference in Bahrain in 2015, the PMI EMEA Congress in Marseille in 2012, and PMI Portugal events in 2011 and 2012. He has also spoken at numerous seminars, including several online events organised by the Project Management Institute.
Henrique Moura as a PMI Volunteer
As a PMI volunteer, Henrique Moura served as an evaluator for the 2011 PMI® David I. Cleland Project Management Literature Award.
He also participated in the volunteer teams involved in the development of the 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th editions of the PMBOK® Guide and the 2nd, 3rd and 4th editions of the Standard for Program Management.
Henrique Moura’s Certifications
Henrique Moura holds the following certifications:
PMP®
PMI-RMP®
PMI-ACP®
ITIL® Foundation
EVP
PRINCE2 Foundation
PRINCE2 Practitioner
Professional Scrum Master II
Scaled Professional Scrum
Professional Scrum Product Owner
Meet our agile courses and the trainer
Books – Scrum Handbook by Henrique Moura
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PMP® Project Management Professional® Exam, by Henrique Moura, is an up-to-date study guide, that thus, covering everything you need to know to pass the exam. My favorite thing about this book is how concise it is, therefore getting right to the heart of what you need to know.
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Agile Leadership Course: Prices
Classroom
1140€
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853€ / 768€*
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◉ Ideal for
Managers and leaders who want to develop Agile leadership skills and learn how to guide, support, and develop Agile teams through practical, face-to-face training. - 2 days Classroom
- Agile First Aid Kit + Training Manual
- Training Certificate (14 hours)
- Groups Discount (See below)
Virtual
1040€
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779€ / 699€*
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◉ Ideal for
Managers and leaders who want to develop Agile leadership skills and learn how to guide, support, and develop Agile teams, with the flexibility of online training. - 14 hours of virtual live classes
- Agile First Aid Kit + E-notes
- Training Certificate (14 hours)
- Groups Discount (See below)
Agile Leadership Course: Features
Early Bird Discounts (*)
If you are considering enrolling in one of our courses, this is a great opportunity to save. If you complete your registration and full payment at least 15 days before the course start date, you can benefit from a special price. This way, you secure your place and enjoy a discount.
Group Discounts
If you bring a friend or colleague to one of our classroom or virtual classroom courses, you will both receive an additional discount. The more friends or colleagues you bring, the greater your total discount will be. See the table below to find out exactly which discount you are entitled to.
| Number of Participants | Discount |
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| 2 participants | 10% discount |
| 3 participants | 15% discount |
| 4 – 5 participants | 20% discount |
| 6 or more participants | 25% discount |
Are you planning to enrol several people in our e-learning courses? Email us at office@xpmconsulting.com to find out about our special discounts for you!
Former student Discount
Our alumni benefit from a 40% discount on the base price of classroom and virtual classroom courses. The discount cannot be combined with other discounts or promotions.
Contact us at office@xpmconsulting.com to claim your discount or ask about any current promotions.
Agile Leadership Course Programme
The Agile Leadership Course programme covers the key concepts, principles and practices of Agile Leadership, with a focus on leading and developing teams and creating the conditions for adopting more Agile ways of working:
- Agile Leadership fundamentals and principles.
- The role of leaders and managers in Agile environments.
- Defining a clear vision and maintaining a focus on value.
- Promoting team autonomy, accountability and participation.
- Building and developing high-performing Agile teams.
- Promoting collaboration, trust and continuous improvement.
- Facilitating decision-making in changing and uncertain environments.
- Removing impediments and creating the conditions for team success.
- Supporting the adoption of Agile across the organisation.
- Leading Agile change and transformation at team, department and organisational level.
- Assessing the benefits and performance of organisational agility.
Agile Leadership Course Formats
XPM Consulting offers courses in different formats. Not all courses are available in every format. Please check the available options for the course you wish to take.
Agile Leadership course: classroom format
Classroom training combines the presentation and discussion of key topics with practical examples and exercises.
Depending on the course, the training may include:
- Presentation and discussion of the main topics, with examples that facilitate learning.
- Use of relevant templates, checklists and other resources.
- Practical exercises and learning activities.
Online Agile Leadership course: virtual training
Virtual courses combine live training with the flexibility of distance learning. Sessions are led by the trainer and allow participants to actively participate, ask questions and complete exercises. During the training, participants can use whiteboards, answer questions, exchange messages and take part in Q&A sessions, among other features.
VAT
The prices shown are subject to VAT at the applicable rate. For individuals residing in Portugal, a VAT offer is available for classroom or virtual courses, subject to the terms and conditions of the promotion. The VAT offer does not apply to ITIL or PRINCE2 courses, or to customers who benefit from corporate agreement or alumni discounts.
Payments
According to XPM Consulting’s payment terms, the following payment methods are available:
- bank transfer
- PayPal
- credit card
- Ticket Ensino®
- Edenred Estudante
If you wish to pay by credit card or PayPal, please email us to request payment using one of these methods. In this case, an additional fee of 6% will be charged on the price of our service to cover the costs of payment services provided by external providers.
Agile Leadership Course: Next Editions
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Agile Leadership Virtual November (Work Hours)
⏰2026-11-05 @ 09:30 AM – 2026-11-06 @ 05:30 PM
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Agile Leadership Course: Frequently Asked Questions
Here we answer the most frequently asked questions about the Agile Leadership Course, including its content, target audience, training formats and practical application in different leadership contexts.
What is Agile Leadership?
Agile Leadership is an approach to leadership that promotes autonomy, collaboration, participation and continuous improvement, creating the conditions for teams to respond effectively to change and the challenges of their environment.
The Agile Leadership Course explores the principles and practices of this approach and shows how they can be applied to leading and managing teams.
Who Is the Agile Leadership course for?
The course is designed for leaders, managers and team leaders who lead teams in Agile environments and want to develop their leadership skills.
It is also suitable for professionals who, regardless of whether they work in an Agile team, want to adopt a more collaborative, participative and empowering approach to leadership.
Do I need previous agile experience to take the Agile Leadership course?
No previous Agile experience is required. The course covers the key concepts and principles of Agile Leadership and explores their application through examples, case studies and practical exercises.
For professionals who already lead teams or work in Agile environments, the content can be directly related to situations they face in their day-to-day work.
What do you learn on an Agile Leadership course?
The course develops practical skills for leading teams with greater autonomy, promoting collaboration and trust, facilitating decision-making and supporting continuous improvement.
You will also explore the role of leaders and managers in adopting more Agile ways of working, leading change and creating the conditions for teams to develop and perform effectively.
What agile leadership skills are developed in the course?
The course covers skills such as promoting autonomy and accountability, delegating responsibilities, building collaboration and trust, facilitating decision-making, developing teams, leading change and supporting continuous improvement.
What is the difference between agile leadership and traditional leadership?
Agile Leadership places greater emphasis on team autonomy, collaboration, participation in decision-making, adaptability and continuous improvement.
The role of the leader also involves creating the conditions for teams to take responsibility, solve problems and contribute actively to results.
Is the Agile Leadership course only for leaders of agile teams?
No. The course has two complementary applications. It helps professionals develop the skills needed to lead and manage teams working in Agile environments. It also helps leaders and managers adopt a more Agile approach to leadership, even when their teams do not formally follow an Agile framework or methodology.
How can agile leaders support team autonomy and accountability?
Agile Leadership emphasises creating the conditions for teams to take greater responsibility for their work and decisions. The course explores practices such as delegation, participation in decision-making, empowerment and creating an environment based on trust and collaboration.
How can agile leaders lead change and adapt to uncertainty?
The course explores how leaders can support Agile adoption and respond to changing circumstances by adapting their leadership approach to the needs of their teams and organisation.
It also addresses the role of leadership in Agile change and transformation at team, department and organisational level.
Does the agile leadership course include practical exercises and case studies?
Yes. The Agile Leadership Course has a strong practical focus and includes case studies and exercises based on concrete leadership situations involving collaboration, decision-making, autonomy and change.
Is agile leadership training available in person or online?
The Agile Leadership Course is available in person and virtually, depending on the options available for each edition.
In-person training allows participants to work directly with the trainer and other participants, while virtual training takes place through live online sessions with remote interaction.
Is agile leadership training suitable for managers and executives?
Yes. The course is suitable for managers, team leaders and other professionals with leadership responsibilities who want to develop a more collaborative, participative and empowering approach to leadership.
Does the agile leadership course prepare you for an agile certification?
No. The Agile Leadership Course focuses on developing practical leadership skills and is not specifically designed as preparation for an Agile certification.
Do I receive a certificate after completing the Agile Leadership course?
After completing the training, participants receive a training certificate corresponding to the training completed. This certificate confirms participation in the course and should not be confused with a professional certification.
Can agile leadership training be delivered for a team or organisation?
Yes. XPM Consulting can organise dedicated training for organisations and teams, adapted to the specific context and needs of the participants.
How long does the Agile Leadership course take?
The duration depends on the format and edition selected. Check the course calendar for the available dates, formats and duration of each edition.
How much does the Agile Leadership course cost?
The price depends on the training format and option selected. Check the pricing table for the conditions and price of the available edition.
How do I enrol on the Agile Leadership course?
You can enrol directly using the registration form and select your preferred format, or contact the XPM Consulting team for further information or to arrange dedicated training for your organisation.
For more information, email office@xpmconsulting.com or contact XPM Consulting on 218 061 742.