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Mastering Scrum: Apply, Evaluate & Lead Agile Success

EDUCBA via Coursera

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Coursera
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Paid Course
Languages

English
Certificate

Certificate Available
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15 hours 20 minutes
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Self-Paced
Level

Beginner
Subtitles

English

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Agile and Scrum Mastery: Fundamentals to Advanced Leadership

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Master the fundamentals of Scrum and Agile while building the knowledge needed to facilitate effective Agile projects and support high-performing Scrum teams. In this course, you will explore Agile principles, Scrum values, roles, artifacts, and processes through a structured, practical learning journey. You will begin by understanding the Agile mindset, Scrum principles, empirical process control, and the differences between Scrum and traditional project management. As you progress, you will examine Scrum phases, Agile practices, and the responsibilities of the Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Development Team. You will also learn how Scrum manages risk, supports sprint planning and execution, uses Scrum artifacts to track progress, and applies sprint reviews, retrospectives, and the Definition of Done to drive continuous improvement. Designed for aspiring Scrum Masters, project professionals, Agile team members, and anyone interested in Agile project management, this course emphasizes practical understanding through comparisons, quizzes, case-based activities, and reflective exercises. By the end of the course, you will be able to evaluate Scrum practices, analyze team collaboration, interpret Scrum artifacts and metrics, and facilitate Agile teams with confidence while applying Scrum values throughout the project lifecycle.

Syllabus

Foundations of Scrum and Agile

This module introduces learners to the foundational concepts of Agile and Scrum, emphasizing the historical background, guiding values and principles, and key differences from traditional project management approaches. Learners explore the Agile Manifesto, Scrum principles, empirical process control, self-organizing teams, and collaborative practices. Through a comparison of frameworks and benefits, the module establishes a clear understanding of why Scrum has become a preferred methodology in modern project environments.

Scrum Processes and Agile Practices

This module provides an in-depth exploration of Scrum’s core process phases, its roots within the broader Agile methodology, and the essential roles that enable Scrum to function effectively. Learners will gain practical insights into how Scrum phases—such as initiation, planning, implementation, and release—are executed and evaluated. It also highlights the evolution of Scrum, its guiding aspects like business justification and quality, and clearly defines the responsibilities and authorities of each key role including the Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Development Team. By the end of the module, learners will understand how these roles and processes collaboratively contribute to delivering high-value, adaptive solutions.

Risk, Sprints, and Scrum Artifacts

This module focuses on the dynamic execution phase of the Scrum framework, emphasizing the management of risk, the structure and flow of sprint planning and execution, and the key artifacts that drive transparency and progress tracking. Learners will explore how Scrum addresses risk proactively, how sprints are initiated, planned, and reviewed, and how tools such as the product backlog, sprint backlog, and daily scrum support iterative delivery. It also covers retrospectives and monitoring mechanisms that help teams inspect and adapt continually toward achieving sprint goals.

Scrum Artifacts, Values and Summary

This module provides an in-depth understanding of essential Scrum artifacts and the core values that guide Scrum teams. Learners will explore how progress is monitored, what constitutes a usable increment, and how the Definition of Done (DoD) ensures transparency and quality. The module also examines the five Scrum values—Commitment, Focus, Openness, Respect, and Courage—and concludes with a holistic summary of Scrum roles and processes. By the end, learners will be able to integrate these principles into practical Scrum environments effectively.