Advanced Project Management- Agile, Scrum & Lean Six Sigma - ELE00187M

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Module summary

This module equips students with advanced project management skills for complex, fast-paced business environments across all sectors. It covers Agile methodologies including PRINCE2 Agile, Scrum frameworks, and Lean Six Sigma principles, enabling students to manage projects effectively, drive value, and improve processes. Key topics include Agile terminologies and techniques, Scrum roles and Sprints, and Six Sigma for process and quality improvement. Students also have the opportunity to gain professional certifications in PRINCE2 Agile and Lean Six Sigma.

Professional requirements

Formative Feedback

• Regular workshops allow you to engage with the course material and receive verbal help and feedback.

• Weekly activities/homework will help you to gain feedback on your understanding of the key module material covered in the lectures.

• Emails to the Module Coordinator with Questions / Comments will be answered as soon as possible.

Summative Feedback

You will receive a customised feedback sheet, showing the marks breakdown for each of the key areas being assessed in this module along with a personalised feedback and suggestions for improvement. The School of PET will also endeavour to return all coursework feedback within 20 working days of the submission deadline. The School would normally expect to adhere to the times given, however, it is possible that exceptional circumstances may delay feedback. The School will endeavour to keep such delays to a minimum. Please note that any marks released are subject to ratification by the Board of Examiners and Senate. Meetings at the start/end of each term provide you with an opportunity to discuss and reflect with your supervisor on your overall performance to date.

Module will run

Occurrence	Teaching period
A	Semester 2 2026-27

Module aims

Subject content aims:

• Discuss the theories and foundational principles of Agile, Scrum, and Lean Six Sigma, including origins, mindsets, values, and the adoption and scaling of Agile.
• Critically evaluate and apply different Agile techniques and PRINCE2 Agile processes to manage projects effectively across diverse organizational contexts.
• Apply the Scrum framework, roles, activities, artefacts, Sprints, and user stories to create value and improve project delivery.
• Utilize data-driven Lean Six Sigma approaches to identify root causes, reduce process variation, eliminate waste, and improve products, services, and business processes.
• Implement practical frameworks, standards, and guidelines in project management to respond rapidly to changing conditions, achieve quality and consistency, and optimize organizational performance.
• Discuss strategies to foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and improvement to help organizations thrive in competitive and dynamic business environments.
• Explore different methodologies in Lean to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  

Module learning outcomes

Subject content learning outcomes

At the successful completion of this module, you should be able to:

• Explain different Agile terminologies and approaches used inproject management.
• Discuss key knowledge areas in Agile project management.
• Critically analyze and apply Agile techniques in managing complex projects within an organization.
• Apply the Scrum framework, artefacts and features to build value in an organization.
• Explain Scrum roles and the application of Sprints.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma for eliminating defects and improving processes, products, and services.

Module content

• Agile Principles and Approaches: Theories, origins, mindsets, values, adoption, and scaling of Agile; introduction to key Agile methodologies including Kanban, Scrum, Dynamic Systems Development Method (DSDM), and Lean.
• Agile Project Management in Practice: Planning, testing, tracking, quality management, and benefits of Agile approaches; blending PRINCE2 with Agile processes for effective project delivery.
• Scrum Framework: Roles (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Scrum Team), activities, artefacts, Sprints (planning, backlog, execution, review, and release management), user stories, and prioritization using MoSCoW.
• Lean Six Sigma Fundamentals: Principles and key methodologies; Lean tools including process mapping, Kanban, push-pull systems, and customer-focused value delivery; Six Sigma belts and improvement approaches.
• Process Improvement Techniques: Application of DMAIC, Kaizen, 3Cs, 8Ds, and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) to reduce defects, eliminate waste, optimize processes, and improve products and services.
• Project Standards, Guidelines, and Risk Management: Implementing practical frameworks and standards to achieve high quality, consistency, and adaptability in dynamic business environments.
• Organizational Impact and Continuous Improvement: Fostering a culture of learning, innovation, and continuous improvement to enhance organizational performance, efficiency, and competitiveness.
  

Indicative assessment

Task	% of module mark
Essay/coursework	100.0

Special assessment rules

None

Indicative reassessment

Task	% of module mark
Essay/coursework	100.0

Module feedback

'Feedback’ at a university level can be understood as any part of the learning process which is designed to guide your progress through your degree programme. We aim to help you reflect on your own learning and help you feel more clear about your progress through clarifying what is expected of you in both formative and summative assessments. A comprehensive guide to feedback and to forms of feedback is available in the Guide to Assessment Standards, Marking and Feedback.

This can be found at https://www.york.ac.uk/students/studying/assessment-and-examination/guide-to-assessment/

The School of PET aims to provide some form of feedback on all formative and summative assessments that are carried out during the degree programme. In general, feedback on any written work/assignments undertaken will be sufficient so as to indicate the nature of the changes needed in order to improve the work. The School will endeavour to return all assessment feedback as per the University's Policy on Assessment Feedback Turnaround Time, however, it is possible that exceptional circumstances may delay feedback. The School will endeavour to keep such delays to a minimum. Please note that any marks released are subject to ratification by the Board of Examiners and Senate. Meetings at the start/end of each term provide you with an opportunity to discuss and reflect with your supervisor on your overall performance to date.

Indicative reading

TBC