In today's rapidly changing business environments Scrum has become one of the most sought-after project management methodologies. This 16-hour course focuses on showing how the Scrum processes can improve project speed, the working relationships with stakeholders, and overall success. The Scrum Master, Product Owner and the Scrum team form the three core roles in Scrum and the Scrum Master plays a vital role in every Scrum project by facilitating self-organized and collaborative teams. This course uses examples and case studies to help each student stay focused and learn how to apply Scrum to their next project.

Participants will be awarded a "Scrum Master Certified" (SMC) certificate from SCRUMstudy on successful completion of the exam. The course fee includes the certification exam fee. The exam consists of 100 questions and has a 2-hour time limit. You will need a webcam and photo ID to write the online exam.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• To provide an understanding of the principles in the Scrum framework
• To provide a practical working knowledge of Scrum including roles, meetings, and artifacts.
• To prepare participants to be comfortable with implementing Scrum in their organizations.
• To prepare participants to take SMC™ exam upon completion of the course.
   

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Project or Program Managers looking to transition to the role of a Scrum Master or anyone who interfaces with business stakeholders or works as a Scrum Master in a Scrum project.

PREREQUISITE

Although there is no formal pre-requisite for this course, it is assumed that participants already have some training or experience in basic project management concepts.

MATERIALS

Participants will receive a printed course workbook including presentation slides, case study materials, a glossary, and more; the Scrum Body of Knowledge (SBOK™ Guide), which is the definitive guide for Scrum; a set of estimating cards; and a quick-reference card to aid in studying for the exam.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN