Price
from €299,-
Duration
8 hours
Location
Live Online
Language
English or German
Your trainer
Andrea Giugliano
Andrea is a Lead Agile Coach and Accredited Kanban Trainer (AKT) with over a decade of experience in introducing and developing agile practices in various industries such as fintech, telecom, marketing, IT and HR.
He currently works as a Lead Agile Coach for a large telecommunications provider to implement agile strategies to increase productivity. His extensive understanding of agile practices in different work environments helps to operationalize strategic goals and consider the unique challenges of each organization. Andreas' leadership skills drive a culture change towards greater effectiveness and efficiency, especially in developing frameworks for independent working and alignment with strategic goals in dynamic markets.
His qualifications, including ICP-CAT, ICP-ACC and AKT, confirm his expertise in agile practices.
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Training Content – Discover Scrum
Welcome to our comprehensive Scrum Basics training that equips you with the knowledge and skills to introduce Scrum to your team. During this exciting and interactive training, you will explore the core aspects of the framework and gain a deep understanding of its principles, roles, artifacts and events. Our goal is for you to leave this training with practical insights and actionable strategies that you can immediately apply to your projects.
1. Understanding the Scrum Basics
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Scrum framework by exploring its fundamental principles, core values, and the Agile Manifesto. This knowledge will help you appreciate how Scrum promotes flexibility, transparency, and continuous improvement. In addition, you will learn when it makes sense to adopt Scrum in different environments.
2. Identification of roles
Develop the ability to clearly distinguish the roles of the Scrum Master, Product Owner and Developers. Understand with the Scrum Basics the specific responsibilities, skills and contributions of each role within the framework. This clarity ensures effective collaboration and role allocation, which improves team interactions and project success.
3. Mastering the Artifacts
Learn to create, manage, and effectively use the three primary Scrum artifacts: the Product Backlog, the Sprint Backlog, and the Increment. Recognize how these artifacts support transparency, review, and adaptation in the Scrum process. Hands-on exercises reinforce your ability to maintain these artifacts to accurately reflect project priorities and progress and by this master the Scrum Basics.
4. Effective execution of Scrum events
Gain competency in planning and executing all Scrum events, such as Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective. Techniques for maximizing the effectiveness of these events are examined to ensure each one serves its intended purpose. Through hands-on simulations, you will understand the structure, timing, and best practices for running productive and engaging meetings.
5. Tracking Sprint Progress
Master the use of burndown charts and team velocity calculations to monitor and track sprint progress. Learn how to use these tools to identify potential problems early, adjust plans accordingly, and keep the team on track to meet sprint goals. You will also interpret these metrics to make informed decisions about work allocation, team performance and project timelines, underpinning your Scrum basics based on data.
6. Overcoming common challenges
Equip yourself to identify and address common challenges in Scrum implementation, such as team resistance, scope creep, and managing distributed teams. Strategies for overcoming these obstacles are discussed to ensure successful Scrum implementation and practice. Understanding the causes of these challenges, examining relevant case studies, and developing action plans are important components of this learning objective.
Included in training
Training Manuals/Slides: We provide comprehensive training manuals and presentation slides that summarize the key concepts, frameworks, and practical insights of each unit. These materials serve as your reference guides.
Access to templates and tools: Get access to downloadable templates and tools to help you define effective requirements and user stories.
Training sessions: Of course, the 8 hours of training are included.
In addition, an optional one-hour introductory interview (getting to know each other) and a final interview (Q&A) are included for all interested parties.
Prerequisites
Experience/knowledge required: None.
PC/notebook (with working webcam and microphone) – only for live online training.
Zoom: Get familiar with Zoom and check that it works with your equipment – for live online training only.
Mural: We will be using Mural for our trainings, so make sure you have access to Mural – for live online trainings only.
Who is this training for
Project Managers: Individuals who want to improve their agile project management skills and lead Scrum teams effectively.
Product Managers and Product Owners: Individuals responsible for defining product visions and managing product backlogs who want to optimize their role in the Scrum framework.
Developers and Team Members: Developers, designers, testers and other team members working on agile projects who want to understand their role and contributions within a Scrum team.
Business Analysts: Individuals who analyze business requirements and want to align their work with agile practices and Scrum methodologies.
IT and software professionals: Individuals working in software development, IT project management or a technical field who want to improve project results with Scrum.
Executives and managers: Department heads, managers and executives who want to implement and support agile transformations in their teams or departments.
Agile enthusiasts: Professionals from any industry who are curious about agile practices and want to learn how Scrum can improve their projects and teams.
FAQ
What is Scrum?
An agile framework for managing complex projects. It emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and iterative progress toward a clearly defined goal. Scrum is often used in software development, but its principles can be applied to any field.
Who should attend this Scrum Basics training?
This training is ideal for project managers, scrum masters, product owners, developers, business analysts, IT experts, executives, managers, agile coaches and anyone interested in agile methods.
What will I learn in this Scrum Basics training?
You will learn in scrum basics the principles, the roles within a Scrum team, the management of artifacts, the effective execution of events, the tracking of sprint progress and how to overcome common implementation challenges. You will gain a deep insight into the Scrum Basics and learn how to apply them in practice.
How long does the training last?
The training lasts 8 hours and is filled with comprehensive lessons, interactive activities and practical exercises.
Do I need any prior knowledge?
No previous knowledge is necessary. This Scrum Basics training is designed for both beginners and those who want to deepen their understanding of the principles and practices.
What are the main components of Scrum?
Scrum consists of three roles (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Developer), three artifacts (Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, Increment) and five events (Sprint, Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective). These Scrum basics form the fundamentals.
Will I receive a certification upon completion?
You will receive a confirmation of participation.
Can Scrum be used in industries other than software development?
Yes, Scrum can be applied in any industry that requires project management, and whenever it is important to be able to quickly adapt to changing environments, including marketing, education, finance, and manufacturing.
How does Scrum promote continuous improvement?
Scrum promotes continuous improvement through iterative processes, regular feedback loops, and retrospectives that help teams identify and implement improvements.
What are the benefits of Scrum?
The benefits of Scrum include increased flexibility, improved team collaboration, faster delivery of high-quality products, and an improved ability to adapt to change.
How do I become a Scrum Master?
To become a Scrum Master, you typically complete a Scrum Master training and pass a certification exam. This training will give you the fundamental knowledge of the Scrum Basics you need for this role.
Can Scrum be combined with other agile methods?
Yes, Scrum can be combined with other agile methodologies such as Kanban to create a hybrid approach that meets the specific needs of a project or organization.