Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

Course Description:

The Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) course is an immersive, two-day training experience led by a Certified Scrum Trainer (CST). It is the foundational step to becoming a recognized Scrum Master and a leader in Agile environments.

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Scrum framework, its roles, events, and artifacts, as defined in the official Scrum Guide. Through interactive exercises, facilitated discussions, and real-world simulations, participants will learn how to:

• Lead and coach a development team in applying Scrum.

• Facilitate Scrum events effectively.

• Remove impediments to the team's progress.

• Help the Product Owner manage the Product Backlog for maximum value.

• Understand and promote the Agile values and principles.

Course Objective:

The primary objective of the Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Course is to transform participants into effective servant-leaders who can successfully implement and support the Scrum framework within any team or organization.

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Master the Scrum Framework: Gain a comprehensive, foundational, and practical understanding of the Scrum roles, events, and artifacts as defined in the official Scrum Guide.

• Embody the Scrum Master Role: Fulfill the accountabilities of the Scrum Master as a servant-leader by coaching the Development Team, the Product Owner, and the organization on Agile values and principles.

• Facilitate High-Performing Teams: Learn and apply practical facilitation techniques to effectively run all Scrum Events (Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Retrospective) and coach the team toward self-management and cross-functionality.

• Resolve Impediments: Proactively identify, address, and remove obstacles (impediments) that prevent the Scrum Team from achieving its Sprint Goal and maintaining optimal performance.

• Support Value Delivery: Collaborate with the Product Owner to understand and promote effective Product Backlog management and maximize the value delivered by the Development Team.

• Achieve Certification Eligibility: Satisfy the necessary training requirement (16 hours) to be eligible to take the Scrum Alliance Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) exam and obtain a two-year membership with the Scrum Alliance.

Course Module:

The CSM curriculum is based on the official Scrum Guide and covers the entire Scrum framework, grouped into the following key categories:

1. Lean, Agile, and Scrum Fundamentals

• Agile Manifesto: Understanding the four values and 12 principles.

• Scrum Theory: Defining Empirical Process Control (Transparency, Inspection, Adaptation).

• Scrum Values: Learning the importance of Commitment, Focus, Openness, Respect, and Courage.

2. The Scrum Team (Roles/ Accountability)

• Scrum Master: Responsibilities as a servant-leader, coach, and impediment remover for the team, Product Owner, and organization.

• Product Owner: Accountabilities for maximizing product value, Product Backlog management, and stakeholder engagement.

• Developers: Understanding cross-functionality, self-management, and their accountability for creating a "Done" Increment.

3. Scrum Events (Time-boxed Meetings)

• The Sprint: The heart of Scrum; a time-box for all other events.

• Sprint Planning: How to define the Sprint Goal and select Product Backlog Items.

• Daily Scrum: Facilitating the 15-minute event to inspect progress toward the Sprint Goal.

• Sprint Review: Presenting the Increment and gathering stakeholder feedback.

• Sprint Retrospective: The formal opportunity for the Scrum Team to inspect itself and create a plan for improvements.

• Product Backlog Refinement: Ongoing activities to prepare items for future Sprints.

4. Scrum Artifacts (Commitments)

• Product Backlog: A prioritized, single source of work for the Scrum Team (with the Product Goal as its commitment).

• Sprint Backlog: The forecast of work to be done in the Sprint (with the Sprint Goal as its commitment).

• Increment: The usable, valuable product resulting from a Sprint (with the Definition of Done as its commitment).

Course Overview:

The CSM training aims to equip you with the practical knowledge to immediately step into the Scrum Master role and enable continuous improvement within a team and organization.

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FAQs – Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) at GIMIT

1) What is Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification?

The CSM is a highly recognized certification that validates your foundational training in the Scrum framework. It confirms your understanding of the essential roles, events, and artifacts needed to function as a Scrum Master.

2) Who should attend the CSM training?

This course is ideal for anyone looking to lead an Agile team, including current or aspiring Scrum Masters, Project Managers, Team Leaders, Developers, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and anyone seeking a deep understanding of Scrum and Agile principles.

3) Is there any prerequisite for taking this course?

No, there are no formal prerequisites. However, a basic familiarity with project team dynamics or software development concepts will be helpful. The course provides a complete foundation in Scrum.

4) What is the format of this course?

This is an intensive, two-day training experience led by a Certified Scrum Trainer (CST). It focuses on practical, hands-on learning through interactive exercises, facilitated discussions, and real-world simulations.

5) How do I become a certified Scrum Master (CSM)?

After successfully completing the 16 hours of training, you will be eligible to take the Scrum Alliance CSM exam. Passing this exam is the final step to earning your official CSM credential.

6) What kind of topics are covered in the core content?

The curriculum is based entirely on the official Scrum Guide. It covers Scrum Theory, the three Scrum Roles (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Developers), the five Scrum Events, and the essential Scrum Artifacts.

7) What practical skills will I gain immediately after the course?

You will gain crucial skills in facilitating Scrum Events, coaching teams towards self-management, helping the Product Owner with the Product Backlog, and removing impediments that block team progress.

8) What does the "Servant Leader" role of the Scrum Master involve?

The course teaches the Scrum Master role as a servant-leader who supports the team, the Product Owner, and the organization. This involves coaching, mentoring, and ensuring everyone understands and adheres to the Scrum framework.

9) How does this training help my career?

Earning your CSM certification significantly boosts your marketability in the Agile space. You will gain in-demand skills and a globally recognized credential that opens doors to exciting and often higher-paying Scrum Master career opportunities.