Professional Scrum Master (PSM I)

This course will prepare you for the Professional Scrum Master Certification (PSM I) from Scrum.org and will also provide you with an in-depth training on the role of the Scrum Master and provide you with the knowledge to apply and implement the Scrum framework at your organization.

About The Course

This two-day course will prepare you for the Professional Scrum Master Certification (PSM I) from Scrum.org and will also provide you with an in-depth training on the role of the Scrum Master, Product Owner and Scrum Team member.

Upon completion of the course, you will also have the knowledge necessary to apply and implement the Scrum framework at your organization.

Scrum is one of the Agile frameworks that uses simple techniques to increase productivity, delivery and quality. Scrum is an iterative, incremental framework for developing any product or managing any work. These characteristics have led to Scrum becoming the most popular method in the world for Agile software development.

Eligibility

Anyone interested in learning the core principles of Scrum or looking to receive training on the role of the Scrum Master including:

• Team Members

• Project Managers

• Program Managers

• Scrum Masters

• Product Owners

• Functional Managers

Course Outlines

Course Content

• Building a foundation in Agile – What is Agile and how has it changed over the years?

• Exploring why Scrum works, and how it can help your projects.

• Applying the Scrum Framework in a fun and interactive case study– Using the framework successfully, including principles, roles, rules, and artifacts required

• Developing high-performing teams – Building self-organizing, cross functional teams that work towards shared goals

• Realizing the “Art of Possible” – Fostering your organization to embrace Scrum

Participants will download a course participant guide containing the slides and exercises to assist during the course and to serve as a tool for future reference and taking action when returning to the workplace.

About Trainer

Dan is a lifelong project manager and trainer with extensive experience in managing software development projects. His company, Cape Project Management, Inc. has been delivering high quality Agile and project management training since 2010.

Though the role of the professional project manager is changing dramatically through these approaches, Dan coaches organizations on how to transition project managers and leadership to an Agile environment.

Dan has over 20 years of experience providing world class project management for strategic projects, direct P& L experience managing up to 50 million dollar software development project budgets, experience managing multi-million dollar outsourced software development efforts and strong, demonstrated, results-driven leadership skills including ability to communicate a clear vision, build strong teams, and drive necessary change within organizations.

Based upon this experience, he has adopted both Agile as the primary method for developing and implementing software.

Dan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and is a Certified Project Management Professional, Professional Scrum Master, PMI Agile Certified Practitioner and Certified Scrum Professional.