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The Professional Scrum Master™ (PSM 1) course is a dynamic and engaging learning experience designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Professional Scrum and the crucial role of the Scrum Master within Agile teams. This interactive and activity-based training program offers a well-rounded education by blending insightful discussions with practical exercises.

Throughout the course, students dive deep into the core principles of Scrum and the broader Agile philosophy, gaining valuable insights into the mechanics and dynamics of Scrum Teams. They explore real-world scenarios, learn from best practices, and discover how to navigate the complexities of Agile project management effectively.

One of the standout features of the Professional Scrum Master certification is the inclusion of a complimentary attempt at the globally recognized Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) certification exam. This certification validates a student’s mastery of Scrum principles and practices, showcasing their ability to facilitate Scrum Teams and drive successful Agile implementations. By offering this certification opportunity, the course not only imparts knowledge but also provides a tangible measure of expertise, making it an invaluable stepping stone for individuals seeking to excel in the role of a Scrum Master.

Agile and Scrum Overview

Learning Objectives:

Get familiar with the 12 principles and 4 values stated in the Agile Manifesto through our popular in-class activity- “Draw and demonstrate”. Herein, you will be asked to form groups and illustrate all 12 principles pictorially.

At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • Explain the 12 principles and 4 values listed in the Agile Manifesto.
  • Demonstrate the benefits of “responding to change” in Agile over “following a plan” in traditional project management.
  • Describe how the Scrum values (courage, focus, commitment, respect, openness) relate to the Scrum artifacts, events, and roles.
  • List and explain the three pillars in Scrum ― Transparency, Inspection, Adaptation.
  • Explain the differences between framework and methodology and understand why Scrum is called a framework.
  • List 5 ways to develop an Agile mindset.
  • Illustrate 2 differences between Agile and Scrum and explain why these two terms cannot be used interchangeably.

Topics Covered:

  • Agile Manifesto
  • 12 Principles
  • 4 values
  • Scrum Foundations (5 Scrum Values)

Who Should Attend

  • Practitioners that are interested in starting a career as a Scrum Master
  • Scrum Masters, Agile/Scrum Coaches and consultant looking to improve their use of Scrum
  • Anyone involved in product delivery using Scrum

Learning path

Curriculum

  •   Facilitation Skills
  •   Coaching and Mentoring
  •   Scrum Values and Culture
  •   Scrum in Complex Environments
  •   Scrum Master Role
  •   Servant Leadership
  •   Scrum Values
  •   Scrum Events & Artifacts

Deliverables


The course content covers the following areas:

  • Help Scrum Teams deliver value to their organization
  • Understand the theory and principles behind Scrum and empiricism
  • Understand how each part of the Scrum framework ties back to the principles and theory
  • Understand uncertainty and complexity in product delivery
  • Understand the meaning and importance of the Scrum values
  • Learn what Done means and why it is crucial to transparency
  • Know how to use the Product Backlog to plan with agility
  • Understand the importance of self-managing teams, interpersonal skills needed, and the Scrum Master role
  • Clarify the leadership role a Scrum Master play on the team
  • Learn the skills and traits and behavior shifts required to be a Scrum Master

Benefits


  • 2-day virtual classroom training
  • Soft copy of the course material
  • Trained by an experienced PST
  • Case studies, role plays, and simulations
  • PSM-I exam fees included
  • Community channel to continue collaborating
  • 12 SEUs and PDUs included
  • 1:1 coaching after training on a need basis
  • Certification Body: Scrum.org
  • Discount for the future courses

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Jun 12 - Jun 14

05:30 PM - 10:30 PM

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Why choose upGrad KnowledgeHut in your journey to becoming a CSM certified professional?

Here is why you should choose upGrad KnowledgeHut to help you get CSM certified:

  • Experiential learning with real-world simulations, in-class activities, and industry case studies
  • Live Instructor-led training sessions from trainers certified by the Scrum Alliance
  • Flexible schedules (half-day and full-day workshops) to help busy professionals balance work and learning
  • Exclusive focus on each learner with limited seats
  • Batches guaranteed-to-run, ensuring higher availability and choice
  • 20 additional PDUs/SEUs through webinars, blogs
  • Weekly doubt-clearing sessions for better concept clarity
  • 4 Mock tests that help you gain the confidence to ace the exam in first go

We provide the hard copy of the courseware for our classroom participants.

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