Certified Scrum Master
Instructor-led Scrum Alliance-aligned training in Certified Scrum Master. Delivered live online by senior practitioners, with hands-on labs and a final assessment. Includes an Skilvi course-completion certificate.
Overview
The Certified Scrum Master course equips participants with the essential skills and knowledge to lead Scrum teams effectively and foster an agile mindset within their organizations. This course emphasizes the principles and practices of Scrum, enabling you to facilitate collaboration and drive project success in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll learn
- You will be able to define the roles and responsibilities of the Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Development Team.
- You will be able to facilitate Scrum events such as Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective.
- You will be able to identify and address impediments to the Scrum Team's progress.
- You will be able to coach teams on Agile principles and practices to enhance performance and collaboration.
- You will be able to apply techniques for effective backlog management and prioritization.
- You will be able to foster a culture of continuous improvement and adaptation within your team.
- You will be able to measure and communicate the team's progress and performance using relevant metrics.
- You will be able to lead organizational change initiatives that support Agile transformation.
Curriculum
8 modules · outline is indicative and can be tailored to your team.
1Introduction to Scrum
- Understanding the Agile manifesto and principles
- Overview of the Scrum framework
- Roles in Scrum: Scrum Master, Product Owner, Development Team
2Scrum Events
- Sprint Planning: Goals and structure
- The Daily Scrum: Best practices and common pitfalls
- Sprint Review: Engaging stakeholders effectively
- Sprint Retrospective: Techniques for reflection and improvement
3Facilitating Scrum
- Techniques for effective facilitation
- Conflict resolution within Scrum teams
- Building trust and collaboration
4Managing the Product Backlog
- Creating and refining user stories
- Prioritization techniques: MoSCoW, Kano, etc.
- Collaborating with the Product Owner
5Coaching and Mentoring
- Developing coaching skills for Scrum Masters
- Mentoring team members in Agile practices
- Creating a culture of accountability and ownership
6Metrics and Reporting
- Understanding key Agile metrics: Velocity, Burndown charts
- Communicating progress to stakeholders
- Using metrics to drive continuous improvement
7Scaling Scrum
- Overview of scaling frameworks: SAFe, LeSS
- Challenges of scaling Scrum in larger organizations
- Strategies for successful scaling
8Agile Transformation
- Leading change within an organization
- Overcoming resistance to Agile adoption
- Sustaining Agile practices long-term
Prerequisites
No prior experience required.
Who should attend
This course is designed for professionals looking to enhance their skills as Scrum Masters or Agile practitioners.
Certification
Prepares you for the official Scrum Alliance certification exam.
Skilvi is an independent training provider and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, Scrum Alliance. Trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Frequently asked questions
What is the format of the course?
The course is instructor-led and delivered live online, allowing for interactive participation.
How long is the course?
The course typically spans over two days, with sessions lasting approximately 6 hours each.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion?
Yes, participants will receive an Skilvi course-completion certificate after successfully finishing the course.
Is there an exam voucher included?
Exam vouchers are available through authorized channels upon request.
Are there any prerequisites for this course?
No prior experience required.
Pricing on request
- Live online (VILT)
- 32–40 hours
- Hands-on labs & assignments
- Skilvi completion certificate
- Exam voucher on request
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