Master Class on Scrum Master (McSM)-Self Paced
The Master Class Scrum Master program teaches Scrum principles and practices, including team roles, events, artifacts, sprint planning, and backlog management. Through practical exercises and case studies, participants learn to facilitate teams, remove obstacles, improve collaboration, and deliver value building the skills to lead Scrum teams and support Agile transformation.
Master Class Scrum Master (McSM) program is designed to equip professionals with a comprehensive understanding of Scrum principles, frameworks, and best practices. Scrum is one of the most widely used Agile methodologies for managing complex projects, and the role of a Scrum Master is critical to ensuring the success of Scrum teams.
This program covers the core elements of Scrum, including roles and responsibilities, Scrum events, artifacts, sprint planning, backlog management, and continuous improvement. Participants will learn how to facilitate Scrum events, support team collaboration, remove impediments, and drive value delivery through Agile practices.
Through a combination of theoretical knowledge, real-world case studies, and interactive exercises, participants will develop the ability to lead and manage Scrum teams effectively. Upon completion, participants will have the skills and confidence to implement Scrum practices, improve team efficiency, and drive Agile transformation within their organizations.
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By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Understand the Fundamentals of Scrum – Develop a deep understanding of Scrum principles, values, and framework.
- Define Scrum Roles and Responsibilities – Understand the key roles within a Scrum team (Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Developers).
- Facilitate Scrum Events – Learn how to manage Scrum events such as Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
- Manage Scrum Artifacts – Understand how to create and maintain key Scrum artifacts (Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Increment).
- Develop Effective Sprint Planning Strategies – Learn how to plan sprints and manage execution effectively.
- Apply Agile Leadership Principles – Understand how to lead and support Agile teams.
- Manage the Product Backlog – Learn how to prioritize, refine, and manage the product backlog.
- Scale Scrum Across Teams – Develop strategies to apply Scrum practices to large and complex projects.
- Identify and Remove Impediments – Develop techniques to identify and eliminate blockers to team productivity.
- Promote Continuous Improvement – Learn how to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Understand the Fundamentals of Scrum – Develop a deep understanding of Scrum principles, values, and framework.
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M-1: Introduction to Scrum
M-2: Scrum Roles and Responsibilities
M-3: Scrum Events
M-4: Scrum Artifacts
M-5: Sprint Planning and Execution
M-6: Scaling Scrum
M-7: Product Backlog Management
M-8: Removing Impediments
M-9: Agile Leadership and Facilitation
M-10: Continuous Improvement and Agile Scaling
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Exam Method:
Number of Online Final Exams: 01
Online MCQ (Multiple Choice Question) Exam
- Number of MCQ Questions: 20
- Exam Duration: 20 Minutes
- Total Marks: 40
- Pass Mark: 70%
Assignment:
- Master Class Assignment: 01
- Total Marks: 200
- Pass Mark: 70%
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Upon completing the program, participants will be able to:
- Effectively implement Scrum practices and frameworks.
- Facilitate Scrum events to improve team collaboration and efficiency.
- Manage and prioritize the product backlog to maximize value delivery.
- Lead and support Agile teams through effective coaching and mentoring.
- Identify and resolve obstacles to team performance.
- Apply Agile leadership principles to drive team accountability and motivation.
- Scale Scrum practices to complex and multi-team environments.
- Measure team performance and drive continuous improvement.
- Create and maintain transparency through Scrum artifacts.
- Foster a culture of Agile thinking and team ownership.
- Effectively implement Scrum practices and frameworks.
This program is organized by the Academy of Professionals Malaysia (APM).
This program is Validated and Quality Assured by the World Academy for Research and Development.
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- Practical Focus Modules: 10
- Post-Completion
- Electronic Certificate
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Scrum Framework and Principles
- Proficiency in understanding and applying Scrum principles and framework.
Team Facilitation and Collaboration
- Skill in facilitating Scrum events and improving team dynamics.
Product Backlog Management
- Ability to prioritize and manage the product backlog effectively.
Sprint Planning and Execution
- Expertise in planning and executing sprints.
Agile Leadership
- Skill in coaching and mentoring teams to improve performance.
Problem Solving and Impediment Removal
- Ability to identify and resolve blockers to team productivity.
Scaling Scrum
- Competence in applying Scrum practices to large-scale projects.
Continuous Improvement
- Ability to analyze team performance and implement improvements.
- Proficiency in understanding and applying Scrum principles and framework.