A One-week Module for Introducing Agile to Business Students Using a Jira Learning Path

Abstract

Given the widespread organizational adoption of agile methodologies, this paper addresses the growing need for business graduates to understand agile principles. Recognizing limited curriculum time, we design and implement a one-week module introducing agile concepts and the Kanban and Scrum frameworks. The module includes a 75-minute lecture and an assignment based on an online Jira learning path. Designed for students with little or no prior exposure to agile concepts, the module provides foundational knowledge for future applications or advanced study. We evaluate the effectiveness of the module through qualitative and quantitative analyses and discuss its implications for integrating agile content into business education.