Overview
The EXIN Agile Scrum Master certification uniquely blends Agile principles with Scrum practices, focusing on the competencies required to facilitate, coach, and enable a cross-functional team as a Scrum Master.
Objectives
By the end of this course, leaner will be able to:
- Understand and apply Agile principles and mindset.
- Master the Scrum framework and its application in real-world scenarios.
- Develop skills to facilitate Scrum events and coach Agile teams.
- Manage complex projects using Agile methodologies.
- Lead organizational change towards Agile adoption.
Prerequisites
- Completion of an EXIN-accredited Agile Scrum Master training is mandatory.
- Familiarity with Scrum terminology, preferably through the EXIN Agile Scrum Foundation certification, is strongly recommended.
Course Outline
Module 1: Advanced Agile Way of Thinkingkeerti2025-06-19T13:05:00+05:30
- Explain the Agile way of thinking and its benefits.
- Understand how agility brings predictability and flexibility.
- Explore continuous improvement processes.
- Recognize various Agile frameworks: Waterfall, Crystal, Lean, XP, Atern, DevOps.
- Apply Agile principles within IT Service Management.
Module 2: Scrum Master Rolekeerti2025-06-19T13:10:11+05:30
- Define the responsibilities and commitments of a Scrum Master.
- Identify suitable solutions for problem-solving within a team.
- Utilize tools to facilitate team processes.
- Coach the team effectively and mediate conflicts.
Module 3: Agile Estimating, Planning, Monitoring, and Controlkeerti2025-06-19T13:14:13+05:30
- Write and maintain Product and Sprint Backlogs.
- Implement iterative planning: Roadmap, Release, and Sprint planning.
- Estimate tasks using Story Points, Ideal Hours, and Ideal Days.
- Guide planning sessions, with and without Planning Poker.
- Track progress using Information Radiators, Burn-Down Charts, and Velocity metrics.
- Manage issues, bugs, and communicate with stakeholders outside the team.
Module 4: Complex Projectskeerti2025-06-19T13:20:15+05:30
- Scale Agile projects using Product Backlogs in larger environments.
- Implement frameworks like Scrum-of-Scrums and SAFe for larger teams.
- Assess the suitability of Agile for various project types.
- Identify the limits of a Scrum Team.
- Utilize tools to aid Agile adoption and enhance development quality.
Module 5: Adopting Agilekeerti2025-06-19T13:22:06+05:30
- Develop transition plans incorporating essential project management activities.
- Identify key milestones in Agile adoption.
- Address resistance to change within organizations.
- Foster self-organization and cross-functional team dynamics.
- Implement cultural and physical changes necessary for Agile adoption.
