Oregon
Certified ScrumMaster Workshop - Portland, OR - February - 11-12, 2025
Event Start Date: 2/11/2025
Event End Date: 2/12/2025
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Cost per place: $899.00, price available until 1/21/2025 11:59 PM.
Class Times: 9AM to 5 PM Both Days. Full class attendance required for certification.
Certified ScrumMaster Workshop
Practical, Hands-on Scrum Training
Discover the benefits of immersive, hands-on learning with our in-person Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Class. This exceptional course is designed for team members engaged in product development using the Scrum framework. Whether you are a scrum novice or someone looking to sharpen your skills, this program will enhance your understanding of how to implement Scrum successfully.
Why Choose In-Person CSM Training?
- Interactive Learning Environment: Engage directly with expert trainers and fellow attendees, facilitating dynamic discussions and practical problem-solving sessions.
- Hands-On Experience: Participate in a large Scrum simulation that allows you to practice the role of ScrumMaster, interact with team dynamics, and manage real-time issues as they unfold.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and build a network that extends beyond the classroom, fostering a community of practice and support.
- Comprehensive Coverage: Gain a robust understanding of Scrum principles, including Scrum fundamentals, Agile analysis and planning, the roles and responsibilities within a Scrum team, and essential skills to facilitate process improvement.
Course Highlights
Participants will delve into the core components of Scrum, exploring:
- The rationale for adopting Scrum and agile approaches.
- The nuances of Scrum roles, including the multifaceted responsibilities of the ScrumMaster and Product Owner.
- The basics of process improvement, driving organizational change, and tackling potential challenges in Scrum implementation.
Benefits of Certification
Upon completion of the course, not only will you earn 14 Professional Development Units (PDUs), but you'll join the ranks of Certified ScrumMasters, a credential demonstrating your deep understanding and capability in implementing Scrum practices.
Attend our Certified ScrumMaster Class and pivot your team towards a more productive and agile future. Experience firsthand why in-person training is the most effective path to mastering the art of Scrum.
Successful completion of this class will give the student access to the Scrum Alliance Certified ScrumMaster examiation. Passing his test which is on-line and open book,, will give the student a Scrum Alliance Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification.
Your instuctor, Rod Claar CST, will guarantee to work with you untill you pass the test, until one of us dies!
Event Location
Oregon > Portland > Courtyard Portland Downtown/Convention Center435 NE Wasco St
Portland OR 97232
Trainer
Certified ScrumMaster Class Agenda
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Introduction to Scrum
- The rationale for adopting Scrum
- Overview of Scrum fundamentals and framework
- Comparison with other methodologies
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Scrum Roles and Responsibilities
- Detailed exploration of the ScrumMaster role
- Understanding the Product Owner’s duties
- The dynamics and responsibilities of the Scrum Team
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Scrum Processes and Meetings
- Scrum process basics
- Deep dive into Scrum ceremonies: Sprint Planning, Daily Standup, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective
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Agile Analysis and Planning
- Techniques for creating a project and product vision
- Transition from high-level requirements to user stories and tasks
- Prioritization and release planning
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Practical Implementation of Scrum
- Strategies for getting started with Scrum
- Common challenges and solutions in Scrum adoption
- Scaling Scrum across multiple teams.
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Hands-On Scrum Simulation
- Large Scrum simulation exercise
- Practicing roles within a Scrum team
- Conducting a mock project to apply learned concepts
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Process Improvement
- Continuous improvement methods in Scrum
- Identifying and resolving impediments
- Role of QA within the Scrum framework.
This agenda is designed to provide a comprehensive and interactive learning experience, ensuring that participants grasp not only the theoretical aspects of Scrum but also practical application through hands-on exercises.
We offer discounts for many unemployed, former students, veterans and many others. Discounts are NOT cumulative; only one discount will be granted per person. Discounts are granted at the sole discretion of Effective Agile Development on a per course basis and can be denied for any reason. Please note discounts are applied to the full price registration only. Early purchase or special programs with your group may result in a lower price. Effective Agile Development reserves the right to limit the number of discounted seats in any one class and if the class you request exceeds this limit, we will offer you an alternate class date for the same course. Applications for discount must be submitted at least 7 days before the scheduled event. After you have completed your application, please wait to receive a coupon code by email if you have been approved. As discounted seats are limited, your application does not guarantee that you will receive a discount.
Please contact us at info@effectiveagiledev.com to apply.
Additioally, we offer discounts for gropus of students all registering together.
3-5 Students - $899
6-9 Students - $849
Ten or over, please contact us at info@effectiveagiledev.com.
The Certified ScrumMaster Class is perfectly suited for those operating within or managing development teams involved in complex project or product development. The class is ideal for:
- Development Team Members who are actively involved in software development and want to adopt agile practices.
- Managers and Directors who oversee teams and need to approach their roles with a more agile and Scrum-oriented mindset.
- Project Managers (PMs) looking to transition or adapt to more agile frameworks in managing projects.
- Testers and Analysts who work directly with product development and need Scrum knowledge to improve their workflows.
- C-level Executives responsible for steering the company’s agile transformation efforts who want to support their teams with a thorough understanding of Scrum practices.
Prior to attending, participants should ideally have some background in Agile methodologies, either through previous courses such as Intro to Agile Methods or through direct experience working in Agile environments.