Professional Scrum with Kanban | PSK Training Course

Applying Professional Scrum (APS) is a two-day course designed to teach Scrum through highly practical, hands-on instruction and team-based exercises. Participants will be immediately engaged in real-world scenarios.

Throughout the course, teams of students work on building a software application over several Sprints, encountering and addressing common real-life challenges. The mechanics, roles, principles, and empirical process of Scrum are demonstrated, with discussions on common missteps and misunderstandings to enhance awareness of potential issues.

Applying Professional Scrum (APS) is ideal for teams and individuals looking to experience the Scrum methodology in action. The course provides a foundational understanding necessary for role-specific training for Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Developers, as offered through Scrum.org’s Professional Scrum Master, Professional Scrum Product Owner, and Professional Scrum Development classes.

The class introduces the mechanics of Scrum and highlights the importance of complexity, team-based collaboration, and self-organization in mastering the framework. Students will gain insights into how Scrum can improve product development efforts for government projects.

By emphasizing practical application, the course exposes common pitfalls, increases awareness of associated symptoms, and provides actionable guidance to stay on track.

Participants are challenged to apply Scrum principles in real scenarios, leaving with a deeper understanding of how to enhance collaboration and teamwork for government.

• Students will gain a clear understanding of the mechanics of Scrum and their interconnections.
• Students will learn to utilize visual information radiators effectively.
• Students will leave with practical tips for identifying common pitfalls and dysfunctions.
• Students will be better equipped to participate in a Scrum Team and increase their effectiveness.
• Students will learn how to enhance the effectiveness of ongoing Scrum implementations.

Professional Scrum Certification

All participants who complete the Applying Professional Scrum course will receive a password to take the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) assessment. The industry-recognized PSM I certification requires a minimum passing score of 85%. APS class participants who attempt the PSM I assessment within 14 days of receiving their free password and do not achieve at least 85% will be granted a second attempt at no additional cost.

You are also eligible for a discount on the PSM II assessment upon passing PSM I.

The Professional Agile Leadership Essentials is a two-day workshop designed to equip leaders and managers of Agile teams, along with their Product Owners and Scrum Masters, to facilitate organizational change. This workshop provides participants with:

• An overview of the principles of "Agile" and the reasons why organizations need it to thrive in an increasingly dynamic environment.
• The tools to identify potential opportunities, challenges, and impacts of Agile methodologies in terms of business value, emphasizing its importance for next-generation organizations.
• An understanding of techniques to support teams in maintaining long-term agility, including the critical role leaders play, necessary shifts in thinking, and the interplay between complexity and empiricism.
• Strategies for fostering the growth and development of individuals within an Agile framework, ensuring they can flourish in this new way of working.
• Guidance on how to measure and guide agile product delivery effectively.
• Methods to scale agility across multiple teams while maintaining alignment with a common vision and ensuring cohesive collaboration.

Professional Agile Leadership Certification

All participants who complete the Professional Agile Leadership - Essentials course will receive a password to attempt the Professional Agile Leadership I (PAL I) certification assessment. Participants in the PAL-E class who take the PAL I assessment within 14 days of receiving their free password and do not achieve at least an 85% score will be granted a second attempt at no additional cost.

This training is tailored to enhance leadership capabilities for government organizations, ensuring they can effectively navigate and implement Agile practices in alignment with public sector workflows, governance, and accountability.

This instructor-led, live training (conducted onsite or online) is designed to enhance participants' understanding of advanced Scrum principles, facilitation techniques, coaching methods, leadership strategies, and agile product delivery practices. The training also prepares attendees to successfully take the Scrum Master II (PSM II) certification exam through targeted exercises and a practice test.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Deepen their expertise in the Scrum framework and its core principles.
• Effectively facilitate Scrum ceremonies and provide coaching to agile teams.
• Drive continuous improvement and deliver business value through the implementation of agile practices.
• Apply leadership, mentoring, and self-management techniques in team environments.
• Confidently prepare for and pass the PSM II certification exam.

This training is tailored to meet the specific needs of government agencies seeking to enhance their agile methodologies and align with best practices for government operations.

This instructional program provides participants with comprehensive exposure to the knowledge base, methodologies, tools, and best practices essential to project management under the Scrum framework, specifically from the vantage point of the Scrum Master. This role entails leadership responsibilities centered on understanding and applying Scrum principles to drive organizational efficiency. The curriculum is designed for professionals seeking to integrate Agile methodologies within their institutions, as well as for current and prospective project managers overseeing or planning Agile implementation. The educational experience combines theoretical instruction with interactive workshops and practical case studies. Upon completion, attendees receive preparation for the Scrum Master certification examination and are afforded the opportunity to sit for the credentialing test directly. Program logistics and examination details are as follows: * **Languages of Instruction:** Polish/English * **Examination Language:** English * **Passing Score:** 85% * **Time Limit:** 60 minutes * **Question Count:** 80 items * **Question Format:** Multiple choice, multiple answer, and true/false This professional development resource is designed for government entities and personnel seeking to enhance project delivery capabilities through standardized Agile frameworks.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at product owners who wish to gain knowledge of advanced techniques for successful product ownership in dynamic and challenging environments as a Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) for government. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Understand advanced strategies for maximizing the value delivered by the product and prioritize effectively in complex situations. - Apply refined backlog management techniques to ensure the team focuses on the most valuable items, and collaborate with stakeholders to refine and split user stories. - Engage with diverse stakeholders, manage their expectations, and effectively incorporate their feedback into the product development process. - Gain insights into scaling Scrum, managing multiple Product Backlogs, and coordinating efforts in larger product development environments for government.

This training is designed for individuals within government agencies who are interested in implementing Agile methodologies in their organizations. It is also suitable for those involved in projects, as well as project managers who are either currently implementing or planning to adopt Agile approaches in their projects for government.

Training provides participants with the knowledge, techniques, tools, and practices necessary for managing projects using the "Scrum framework" from the perspective of a Developer. This role involves collaborating with the Scrum team to deliver business value, preparing and monitoring the Sprint Backlog, which is the Sprint plan, and ensuring quality delivery. This training is designed for individuals interested in implementing Agile methodologies within their organization, as well as those currently participating in projects or project managers who are either implementing or planning to implement Agile approaches in their projects. The training includes a comprehensive theoretical component, interactive workshops, and practical examples to ensure a well-rounded learning experience. As part of the training, participants will be prepared for certification as a Scrum Developer through a practice exam. They will also have the opportunity to take the official certification exam, enhancing their expertise and credentials for government and organizational projects.

This instructor-led, live training in [location] (online or onsite) is designed for expert-level developers who wish to demonstrate their proficiency in applying Scrum methodologies to software development projects. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the Scrum framework, its values, and principles. - Learn how to integrate DevOps practices with Scrum to facilitate continuous integration, continuous delivery, and automation. - Apply Scrum principles and practices in real-world software development scenarios through case studies. - Prepare for the Professional Scrum Developer™ Certification, enhancing their qualifications for government and private sector roles.

This 2-day Scaled Professional Scrum (SPS) workshop is designed to simulate a large software development project using the Nexus™ framework. The workshop employs an end-to-end case study where participants collaborate to organize and simulate a scaled software development project. Throughout the course, students will be introduced to over 50 practices aimed at reducing complexity and dependencies in large-scale projects. The workshop provides a comprehensive understanding of how to launch, structure, staff, and manage large Agile projects using Scrum. Participants will gain insights into the infrastructure, tools, and practices necessary to scale Scrum effectively, thereby maximizing the value of their software development initiatives. Through hands-on activities, students will be fully engaged in the learning process, experiencing firsthand the challenges of large-scale development and discovering practical solutions to keep projects on track. They will also learn techniques for detecting irregularities and addressing them appropriately.

• Learn strategies to overcome challenges in large-scale development initiatives and maintain project alignment.
• Gain experience in organizing multiple teams working on a single product to optimize productivity.
• Understand how to identify, minimize, and eliminate dependencies within projects.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practice sessions.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Certification Assessments

All participants who complete the Scaled Professional Scrum course will receive a password to attempt the Scaled Professional Scrum (SPS) assessment. Those who take the SPS assessment within 14 days of receiving their free password and do not score at least 85% will be granted a second attempt at no additional cost. The industry-recognized SPS certification requires a minimum passing score of 85% and assesses knowledge of the Nexus Framework, course content, and Scrum principles.

Course Customization Options for Government

• To request a customized training program tailored to specific government needs, please contact us to arrange.