Training Planning Poker - Mastering Expert Estimation in Agile

Very demanding course · Expertise required

$3,465

  • 3 days
  • Onsite
  • 10 people max.
Ref: NNL965
10 people max.
$3,465
In-company rate: from $6,290 for the whole team
On-site and certification exam on quote
3 days
Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without expert mastery of Planning Poker, 70% of agile projects suffer from erroneous estimates exceeding 30%, according to the Standish Group Chaos Report, resulting in average delays of 4 months and cost overruns of 28% per sprint.

  • Teams lose velocity, Product Owners miss delivery targets, directly impacting company profitability and blocking Scrum Master promotions.

  • In an expert context, these cumulative gaps expose projects to 45% failure rates, weakening competitiveness against agile competitors.

  • Invest in this training to eliminate these risks and secure accurate estimates from the first sprint.

Youcef TAHRI, Learni trainer · Management expert
Youcef TAHRI

Learni trainer · Management expert

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction
Flag of the United StatesBuilt for US teams
Payment by wire transferEnhanced confidentialityPerfect for companies with 50 to 500 employeesScheduling to fit any time zone

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Companies: Aptar, ArcelorMittal, Equans, EDF, Ubisoft, Microsoft and Atos.

Planning Poker training objectives

  • Master advanced variants of Planning Poker for precise estimations in professional contexts
  • Develop skills in facilitating Planning Poker sessions with distributed teams
  • Optimize the integration of Planning Poker into certified agile frameworks in the enterprise
  • Design custom tools and scripts for Planning Poker in professional training
  • Analyze estimation biases and correct them using expert techniques for complex projects
  • Implement scalable Planning Poker practices for sustainable agile skill development

Program

Planning Poker curriculum: 3 modules over 3 days

Module 1 : Advanced Planning Poker Mechanics: Mastering Expert Rules and Digital Tools (PlanningPoker.com, Jira, Azure DevOps)

Dive into expert Planning Poker mechanics with analysis of modified Fibonacci scales and hybrid sequences, use remote tools like PlanningPoker.com to simulate real-time sessions, practice exercises on complex user stories from real projects, identify common pitfalls in relative estimation, produce deliverables such as custom templates ready to deploy in agile teams.

Module 2 : Expert Planning Poker Facilitation: Managing Distributed Teams and Conflict Resolution (anonymous voting techniques, breakout rooms)

Learn to facilitate virtual Planning Poker sessions with international teams via Zoom or Teams, manage group dynamics by identifying dominants and silent participants, apply divergence resolution techniques such as iterative voting and guided discussions, conduct practical cases on real backlogs, generate consolidated estimation reports with precision metrics, integrate live feedback to refine professional skills.

Module 3 : Planning Poker Integration and Optimization: Scalability in the Enterprise and ROI Measurement (KPIs, CI/CD integration, post-session audits)

Integrate expert Planning Poker into scaled agile ecosystems like SAFe or LeSS, measure impact via KPIs such as 85% estimation accuracy and velocity variance reduction, develop custom Jira dashboards to track evolutions, analyze Fortune 500 company case studies, produce a certifying action plan with implementation roadmap, benefit from a simulated audit to validate skills in real professional contexts.

How Planning Poker skills are assessed

  • Practical simulations of remote Planning Poker sessions with individual debriefing
  • Advanced quizzes on biases and estimation metrics, scored in real-time
  • Final case study: optimization of a real backlog with certifying report

How the Planning Poker course is taught

  • Intensive practice through interactive remote workshops with collaborative tools
  • Personalized feedback from certified Scrum@Scale trainer for each participant
  • Recap videos and digital resources accessible 6 months post-training
  • Exercises based on real company cases for anchoring expert skills

Planning Poker training: access and practical arrangements

The Training Planning Poker - Mastering Expert Estimation in Agile program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Planning Poker - Mastering Expert Estimation in Agile program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Planning Poker - Mastering Expert Estimation in Agile program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your Planning Poker training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

  • Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
  • Distributed through our partner charities
  • Included, at no extra cost to you
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FAQ

Planning Poker: frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Planning Poker training?+
Hands-on work runs on planningPoker.com, jira, azure DevOps, anonymous voting techniques, breakout rooms and KPIs. Those tools come from the Planning Poker program itself, delivered on site over 3 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after Planning Poker training?+
They can master advanced variants of Planning Poker for precise estimations in professional contexts, develop skills in facilitating Planning Poker sessions with distributed teams and optimize the integration of Planning Poker into certified agile frameworks in the enterprise. Those are the stated objectives of the Planning Poker program at Expert level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Planning Poker program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Advanced Planning Poker Mechanics: Mastering Expert Rules and Digital Tools (PlanningPoker.com, Jira, Azure DevOps). Day 2: Expert Planning Poker Facilitation: Managing Distributed Teams and Conflict Resolution (anonymous voting techniques, breakout rooms). Day 3: Planning Poker Integration and Optimization: Scalability in the Enterprise and ROI Measurement (KPIs, CI/CD integration, post-session audits). The Planning Poker program runs over 3 days, delivered on site.
How is Planning Poker training assessed?+
Assessment relies on practical simulations of remote Planning Poker sessions with individual debriefing, advanced quizzes on biases and estimation metrics, scored in real-time and final case study: optimization of a real backlog with certifying report. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Planning Poker program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Planning Poker training cost per participant?+
Planning Poker training costs $3,465 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $6,290 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Planning Poker training take?+
3 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Planning Poker training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Planning Poker training?+
Advanced mastery of Scrum and Kanban, at least 3 years of experience in agile project management, regular practice of estimation in story points, and knowledge of remote collaborative tools.
Is a certificate issued after Planning Poker training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for Planning Poker training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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