Overview
Master complex Scrum projects with Expert Scrum Master Certified (ESMC™) Course, equipping professionals with advanced skills to manage big project teams, programs, and portfolios effectively
Objectives
By the end of this course, leaner will be able to:
- Familiarize with Scrum methodology concepts, advantages, and challenges.
- Equip professionals to play the role of a Scrum Master and aid in organizational Scrum adoption.
- Develop an understanding of various Scrum roles and practical implementation issues.
- Provide tools to address and resolve Scrum-related challenges in organizations.
- Prepare candidates for the ESMC™ exam.
Prerequisites
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in managing Scrum/Agile projects.
- SMC®, SAMC™, and SPOC® certifications.
Course Outline
- Understand Agile principles and values.
- Explore the Scrum framework, roles, events, and artifacts.
- Differentiate between Agile and traditional project management methodologies.
- Discuss the benefits of adopting Scrum in project management.
- Learn the importance of iterative and incremental development in Agile.
- Communicate the benefits of Scrum to different stakeholders, including top management, middle management, and team members.
- Explain how Scrum adds value in terms of overall cost reduction, time efficiency, and business benefits.
- Address concerns and objections related to implementing Scrum in organizations.
- Develop strategies to gain buy-in and support for Scrum adoption.
- Provide insights into aligning Scrum with organizational goals and objectives.
- Prepare individuals and teams for transitioning to Scrum.
- Increase awareness and acceptance of Scrum principles and practices.
- Analyze adoption patterns and strategies for transitioning from traditional Waterfall to Scrum.
- Discuss the cultural and organizational changes required for successful Scrum implementation.
- Identify challenges and potential roadblocks in adopting Scrum and develop mitigation plans.
- Understand the concept of fixed-price sprints and its implications for project management.
- Explore the application of Scrum principles in non-software projects, such as marketing, HR, and operations.
- Discuss the challenges and adaptations required when applying Scrum in non-traditional environments.
- Learn from case studies and real-world examples of successful Scrum implementations in diverse industries.
- Gain insights into emerging trends and future directions in Agile and Scrum methodologies.
- Developing leadership skills for Scrum Masters
- Enhancing team collaboration and performance