Professional Scrum Master I | PSM I (accredited training course with Scrum.org exam and certification) Training Course

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Who Should Attend?

This two-day course is designed for IT professionals who are interested in implementing Iterative Agile and Scrum methodologies to manage software development. It is particularly appropriate for project managers, team leaders, developers, and stakeholders in the software development process, including those from government agencies looking to enhance their project management practices for government.

This course has been developed for government test managers, quality assurance staff, testers, software developers, project managers, and management to explain how Agile project management frameworks, notably SCRUM, address testing. By the end of the course, each participant will design and execute a test plan for a sample application, which can be an actual client application if available. This training aims to enhance skills in alignment with public sector workflows, governance, and accountability for government professionals.

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.

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 course provides participants with: - An overview of what “Agile” entails and the reasons why organizations need it to thrive in an ever-changing world. - The tools to identify potential opportunities, challenges, and impacts of Agile 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 roles leaders play, shifts in thinking, and the relationship between complexity and empiricism. - Methods to foster the continuous development of individuals, helping them grow and prosper within an Agile framework. - Guidance on how to measure and guide agile product delivery. - Strategies for scaling agility across multiple teams within the organization while ensuring they collaborate effectively to achieve a common vision. ### 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 score at least 85% will be granted a second attempt at no additional cost. This workshop is tailored for government leaders and managers to enhance their ability to drive effective change and improve organizational performance through Agile methodologies.

In this course in [location], students will learn how Scrum Teams can integrate additional Kanban practices while continuing to adhere to Scrum methodologies, all without altering the core principles of Scrum. Upon completion of this course, participants will: - Understand the flow dynamics within the context of Scrum. - Gain knowledge about Kanban practices and how Scrum teams can apply them to enhance their effectiveness and efficiency. - Learn how to effectively incorporate suitable Kanban practices without modifying Scrum. - Acquire a practical approach to improving the transparency and visibility of their work, ensuring alignment with public sector workflows for government.

This instructor-led, live training (conducted either onsite or online) is designed to enhance participants' understanding of advanced Scrum principles, facilitation, coaching, leadership techniques, and agile product delivery strategies. It also prepares participants to take the Scrum Master II (PSM II) certification exam through targeted exercises and a sample test. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Deepen their mastery of the Scrum framework and its underlying principles. - Effectively facilitate Scrum events and provide coaching to agile teams. - Drive continuous improvement and deliver business value through agile practices. - Apply leadership, mentoring, and self-management techniques in team settings. - Confidently prepare for and pass the PSM II certification exam. This training is tailored to support professionals in enhancing their skills for government workflows, governance, and accountability.

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 course is also known as SCRUM awareness training.

Who should attend?

This course has been designed for government managers, executives, and other decision-makers who wish to understand how to calculate the benefits of implementing the methodology or gain insight into their team's activities.

It is also suitable for stakeholders in software development projects who are interested in having a more informed role in the development process for government initiatives.

This course is designed for: Product owners, managers, or anyone interested in Agile planning and estimating techniques for government. The Scrum Product Owner (SPO) course employs a blend of presentations, discussions, and hands-on exercises to explain and demonstrate the role of an Agile team. It covers all facets of a product owner's engagement in the life cycle of an Agile product, including rapid requirement gathering, writing user stories, estimating story points, tracking progress, release planning, reporting, forecasting, scaling, and more. This comprehensive approach ensures participants are well-prepared to apply these methodologies effectively in their respective roles for government.

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.

Scrum is a popular method for managing projects within the Agile approach. Scrum is a framework that enables teams working on a project to deliver a valuable product in a flexible and efficient manner. The main features of Scrum are transparency, inspection, and adaptation. Scrum allows for quick responses to changes, flexible adaptation to client needs, and an iterative product development process, which often leads to better quality and client satisfaction. Roles within the team: Product Owner: A person representing the client's interests and defining task priorities in the product. Scrum Master: A person supporting the Scrum team, ensuring the process is followed and removing obstacles. Development Team: A team responsible for delivering the product.

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.