Audience
Scrum is the most used Agile methodology and is suitable for all professionals looking to keep their knowledge up to date with the latest developments in the fields of IT and Project Management, particularly those leading or participating in projects. In particular, the certification is suitable for professionals working in an Agile context and who have the ambition to facilitate a Scrum team by assuming the role of a Scrum Master.
Prerequisites
Completion of the BCS EXIN Foundation Certificate in Agile Scrum is strongly recommended.
Duration
Two days. The course format is instructor-led with presentations and discussions supported by practical work which allows reinforcement of learning and enhances the understanding process.
Course Objectives
EXIN Agile Scrum Master is a certification that looks to confirm both skills and knowledge of the Agile framework and Scrum methodology. Scrum practices include establishing cross-functional and self-managed teams, producing a working deliverable at the end of each iteration or Sprint. This certification focuses on adopting Agile or Scrum in the workplace and taking on the role of Scrum Master. The course conforms to the BCS EXIN Practitioner Certificate in Agile Scrum Master Syllabus V1.2.
At the end of the course, participants should be able to demonstrate the ability to understand and explain Agile concepts in the following areas:
- The Agile way of thinking.
- Scrum Master role.
- Agile Estimating, Planning, Monitoring and Control.
- Complex projects.
- Adopting Agile.
Course Content
Agile Way of Thinking
Agile concepts
Continuously improving the process
Other Agile frameworks
Scrum Master role
Responsibilities and commitment
Coaching the team and mediating
Other roles (Product Owner, Development Team)
Agile Estimating, Planning, Monitoring and Control
Writing and maintaining the Product and Sprint Backlog
Agile Planning
Agile Estimation
Tracking and communicating progress
Staying in control
Complex projects
Scaling Agile projects
Suitability of Agile for different types of projects
Agile administration in tooling and tool integration
Adopting Agile
Introducing Agile
Self-organisation
Agile requirements and proper environment