Training Planning Poker - Optimizing Expert Agile Estimations

Very demanding course · Expertise required

$5,775

  • 5 days
  • Onsite
  • 10 people max.
Ref: VIC194
10 people max.
$5,775
In-company rate: from $10,395 for the whole team
On-site and certification exam on quote
5 days
Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without expert mastery of Planning Poker, agile teams underestimate 40% of tasks, driving 25% average project cost overruns according to the Standish Group Chaos Report 2023.

  • Missed deadlines climb to 60% for uncalibrated programs, directly hitting company competitiveness against agile competitors.

  • In 2026, 82% of recruiters reject candidates lacking advanced estimation skills, risking career stagnation and millions in missed opportunities.

  • Act now to convert these risks into lasting competitive advantages.

Naël GUERIN, Learni trainer · Cybersecurity & project management
Naël GUERIN

Learni trainer · Cybersecurity & project management

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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  • Equans
  • EDF
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  • Microsoft
  • Atos

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

Planning Poker training objectives

  • Master advanced Planning Poker techniques for precise business estimations
  • Develop hybrid facilitation skills for certified Planning Poker sessions
  • Design estimation strategies adapted to complex and scalable projects
  • Implement modern digital tools for Planning Poker in professional contexts
  • Optimize estimation accuracy to reduce project variances by 30%
  • Deploy 2026 Planning Poker practices integrating AI and predictive metrics

Program

Planning Poker curriculum: 5 modules over 5 days

Module 1 : Advanced Planning Poker Fundamentals: Expert Protocols and Team Calibration (Hybrid Tools, Extended Fibonacci)

Immersion in expert Planning Poker protocols, fine team calibration with modified Fibonacci scales and Planning Poker 2026, use of tools like PlanningPoker.com and Miro for hybrid sessions, practical exercises on complex company user stories, analysis of common cognitive biases, production of a personalized calibration report deliverable, immediate feedback to refine collective professional estimation skills.

Module 2 : Expert Planning Poker Facilitation: Conflict Management and Advanced Dynamics (Resolution Techniques, Agile Icebreakers)

Mastery of Planning Poker facilitation in tense situations, conflict resolution via agile mediation techniques and structured discussion rounds, integration of icebreakers to boost engagement for remote or on-site teams, real company project cases, timed simulations with tools like Webex Voting, development of personalized guidelines for your workshops, immediate evaluation of gains in cohesion and estimation accuracy.

Module 3 : 2026 Digital Planning Poker Tools: AI Integration and Predictive Metrics (Azure DevOps, Jira Plugins, ML Models)

Exploration of cutting-edge 2026 Planning Poker tools, configuration of Azure DevOps and Jira with AI plugins for automated suggestions, integration of ML models to predict historical variances, practical workshops on real company datasets, customization of dashboards for velocity tracking, comparative tests of tools vs. manual, creation of a reusable template boosting efficiency by 40% in future sessions, focus on scalability for large agile teams.

Module 4 : Scalable Planning Poker Strategies: Multi-Team and Agile Programs (SAFe, LeSS, Rolling Wave Planning)

Deployment of Planning Poker at program scale with SAFe and LeSS, rolling wave techniques for incremental estimations, multi-team synchronization via mega-hybrid sessions, exercises on complex project portfolios, use of tools like MURAL to visualize dependencies, analysis of cross-team velocity, production of a strategic action plan certifying for your company, concrete gains in alignment and reduction of budget surprises.

Module 5 : Planning Poker Optimization and Metrics: Measurable ROI and Certification (KPIs, Post-Session Audits, Continuous Coaching)

Finalization with advanced 2026 Planning Poker optimization, definition of KPIs like accuracy rate and cycle time reduction, post-session audits for continuous improvement, integration with company OKRs, red thread project on your real backlog with certifying demo, peer review and individual coaching, issuance of expert Planning Poker certificate, 90-day post-training implementation plan for rapid ROI, assurance of lasting professional mastery.

How Planning Poker skills are assessed

  • Expert MCQ for validating learning outcomes at the end of the training
  • Continuous evaluation through real Planning Poker simulations
  • Defense of the multi-team red thread project in front of the trainer

How the Planning Poker course is taught

  • Courses led by a certified active Scrum@Scale agile coach
  • Practical exercises on authentic company backlogs
  • Progressive 5-day red thread Planning Poker project
  • Complete course materials and templates provided to each participant

Planning Poker training: access and practical arrangements

The Training Planning Poker - Optimizing Expert Agile Estimations 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 - Optimizing Expert Agile Estimations 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 - Optimizing Expert Agile Estimations 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
Enroll and offer a kit
FAQ

Planning Poker: frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Planning Poker training?+
Hands-on work runs on hybrid Tools, extended Fibonacci, resolution Techniques, agile Icebreakers, azure DevOps and jira Plugins. Those tools come from the Planning Poker program itself, delivered on site over 5 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after Planning Poker training?+
They can master advanced Planning Poker techniques for precise business estimations, develop hybrid facilitation skills for certified Planning Poker sessions and design estimation strategies adapted to complex and scalable projects. 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 Fundamentals: Expert Protocols and Team Calibration (Hybrid Tools, Extended Fibonacci). Day 2: Expert Planning Poker Facilitation: Conflict Management and Advanced Dynamics (Resolution Techniques, Agile Icebreakers). Day 3: 2026 Digital Planning Poker Tools: AI Integration and Predictive Metrics (Azure DevOps, Jira Plugins, ML Models). Day 4: Scalable Planning Poker Strategies: Multi-Team and Agile Programs (SAFe, LeSS, Rolling Wave Planning). Day 5: Planning Poker Optimization and Metrics: Measurable ROI and Certification (KPIs, Post-Session Audits, Continuous Coaching). The Planning Poker program runs over 5 days, delivered on site.
How is Planning Poker training assessed?+
Assessment relies on expert MCQ for validating learning outcomes at the end of the training, continuous evaluation through real Planning Poker simulations and defense of the multi-team red thread project in front of the trainer. 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 $5,775 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $10,395 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?+
5 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 experience in Scrum, facilitation of agile workshops and management of multidisciplinary teams.
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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