Half Double Foundation

The course provides you with a deeper understanding of the Half Double method and, more importantly, how you can apply the methodology to achieve early results in your projects. Half Double is a hybrid project management method that integrates both traditional and agile approaches.

Course description:

Throughout the course, you will be introduced to a range of practical tools that enable you to start using the method immediately in your role as a project manager. Before the course begins, you will receive the Half Double Foundation Guide, which gives you an introduction to the Half Double methodology.

To obtain the Half Double Foundation certification, you must pass a multiple-choice test on the last day of the course. The certification is included in the course fee.

You will learn:

Knowledge:

  • The three core Half Double elements - Impact, Flow and Leadership and how the methodology is designedHow Local Translation relates to the three core elements
  • The Half Double methods and tools and how these can be applied in a practical context
  • How to explain the methodology, methods and tools to project management peers
  • How to explain why the methods might need to be adapted, as ‘one size does not fit all’.

Skills:

  • As a part of team, how to apply all the Half Double tools
  • On a real-life project, how to apply at least one method or tool per core element
  • Assessment of a specific context and adaptation of the methods and tools as appropriate. 

Competencies:

  • Identify and organize own learning needs and how to apply the Half Double tools when returning to work.
  • How to use the Half Double methodology to deliver enhanced project on a project and lead a temporary organization.

Audience:

  • Individuals interested in a career in project or programme management
  • Practising project or program managers
  • Functional leaders, for example project owners
  • Consultants, Coaches and Trainers.

Prerequisites:

There are no formal prerequisites for this course.  

Agenda:

  1. Day 1:  Introduction 
    & Impact

    Welcome, purpose and program
    Learning journey
    Half Double overview
    Impact Case
    Impact Solution Design
    Pulse check
    Summing up
    Mini pulse check

  1. Day 2:  Flow

    Recap day 1
    Colocation Design
    Rhythm in Key events
    Visual Planning & Project Visuals
    Summing up
    Mini pulse check

  1. Day 3: Leader-ship & Local Translation

    Recap day 2
    Leadership introduction
    Active Ownership behaviour
    Collaborative Leadership behaviour
    Reflective & Adaptive mindset
    Local Translation
    Conclusion
    Evaluation
    Exam

The Half Double Foundation Examination focus on the understanding of Half Double and it proves that you have a deep knowledge on Half Double core elements Impact, Flow, Leadership and Local translation and that you know the methods and the tools

  • 1 hour - multiple choice examination
  • ‘Open book’ examination
  • 40 Multiple Choice questions covering the Half Double methodology
  • Instant pass / no pass

The multiple-choice Foundation certification is conducted by the HDI and after the examination an auto-generated mail with a Certification Diploma will be send to the participant. The diploma is life-long.

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