Applying Professional Scrum™ (APS) Certification Training

About Course

One of the key principles of “adult learning” is that adults learn by doing. Applying Professional Scrum™ (APS) is a course that enables the same principle and allows students to explore and learn about Professional Scrum and Scrum Framework while using Scrum. During the course students work as Scrum Teams to carry out Sprints where they engage in discussions and activities that foster learning objectives of the course.

During the two days of the class students learn to apply Professional Scrum. They experience how the Scrum framework enables teams to deliver more value, satisfy stakeholders and work better together.

By working through complex problems in sprints during the session, students gain experience with the challenges they’ll encounter in practice. They also uncover common myths, misunderstanding and anti-patterns associated with Scrum. This makes the students aware of the associated symptoms and how to correct them. Students not only learn Scrum; they learn how to use Scrum well.

At the end of the course students are also eligible to a free attempt at the globally recognized Professional Scrum Master I certification exam (PSM I).

What Will You Learn?

Learn about Agility and how Scrum differs from traditional plan-driven work models.
Develop an Agile mindset by focusing on professionalism, experimentation, and outcomes
Learn (or relearn) the fundamentals of Scrum and how to apply them correctly
Develop an understanding of what it is like to use Scrum and if it is right for your team
Learn how to be a great Scrum Team member, or how to support a great Scrum Team
Leave the class with ways to identify common pitfalls and how to avoid them
Students use a set of proven practices throughout the class that can be used to enhance their application of Scrum
Leave with tools that help Identify first steps in applying Professional Scrum with your team.

Material Includes

All participants completing the Applying Professional Scrum course will receive a password to attempt the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) assessment.

Course Curriculum

Fundamentals of Scrum
The ‘Fundamentals of Scrum’ dives into the core principles that make a successful Scrum team. We'll explore the Agile Manifesto, its values and principles, that provide the foundation for Scrum. We'll then delve into the origins of Scrum itself, understanding the key differences between project and product management. We will also learn to identify complex problems and navigate them using Scrum's core concepts of empiricism and lean thinking. Finally, we'll solidify your understanding by examining the essential Scrum values that underpin the entire Scrum framework.

Exploring the Scrum Framework
This section will delve into the essential elements of Scrum. We'll explore the various Scrum events, understanding their purpose and how they facilitate smooth project execution. Additionally, we'll examine the artifacts – the tangible outputs that track progress and ensure transparency. A crucial aspect we'll cover is the concept of "Definition of Done," establishing clear criteria for meeting quality standards within each iteration.

Deeper into the Scrum Framework
We go beyond the basics of Scrum to explore the intricacies of building and leading high-performing Scrum Teams. We'll delve into cross-functionality, and self-management, and addressing impediments. Learn how to manage undone work, navigate technical debt, and embrace the concept of emergent architecture for a more successful Scrum journey.

Planning with Scrum
Master the art of planning in Scrum! In this section, we dive deep into key concepts like Sprint Planning and how to approach planning across different horizons. We'll explore how the Product Backlog and Product Goal connect, then get hands-on with creating Sprint Backlogs that align with your Sprint Goal. Additionally, you'll learn techniques for Product Backlog refinement, estimation, and forecasting to ensure your Scrum Team sets achievable goals.