[MUSIC] Welcome to this course on introduction
to Scrum Master profession. This course caters to the needs of
beginners who may be interested in pursuing a role as a Scrum Master. It is also suitable for learners who
would like to manage larger projects, gain more responsibility, or
see their projects thrive. This course provides an overview
of the Scrum Master profession. We define the role of the Scrum Master and how this position provides value to
an organization in the following modules. Module 1, the role of the Scrum Master,
module 2, Scrum Master opportunities,
module 3, course summary and final assessment and module 4,
final project honors. In module 1, you will learn about the
Scrum Master's role, the Scrum framework, and the Scrum Master's involvement. It also describes how the role
benefits the organization. Additionally, experts will share their
viewpoints on the key skills required to be a successful Scrum Master. You will also explore the critical tasks
that the Scrum Master performs daily. Furthermore, you will go through
a reading on adaptive methodologies where the Scrum Master role is essential. A hands-on activity will reinforce
your learning on the role and the skills of a Scrum Master. This module will begin with a comparison
of typical project management roles and responsibilities compared
to those in Scrum. Then you will receive an overview of the
various skill sets needed to transition to a Scrum Master role. Next, Scrum Master employment
opportunities in the current environment will be shared and analyzed,
including specific job postings. Experts will share their thoughts on
how someone with a project management background can transition to
the role of Scrum Master. A hands-on activity will explore
Scrum Master job opportunities. In module 3,
we summarize various roles in Scrum, Scrum Master skills and competencies. We review the Scrum process and
highlight the Scrum Master's involvement. Experts, SMEs, discuss potential
Scrum Master employment opportunities. Next, we cover the criteria for
achieving three certifications: PMI-ACP, PMI-DASM, and the Scrum Alliance CSM. Our experts also share opportunities for
Scrum Masters outside the IT environment. To assess your readiness level for
the certifications we discussed in this course, a final graded
examination will be administered. In the final wrap-up, experts will share advice on who
should pursue a job as Scrum Master. The challenges you may encounter, and provide examples of how to
overcome those challenges. In a final honors module, you will be challenged to perform a SWOT
analysis on the Scrum Master role. This analysis will help determine
potential opportunities for the organization if the role
is conducted well, or threats if the position is
not executed successfully. Here, we will hear Agile and Scrum experts
give their individual introductions and their current role and company. Hello, my name is Sasha and I am an
Agile Program Manager at Shelter Insurance and I am here today to talk to you
about the role of a Scrum Master. Hello, my name is Laurine Sirri. I'm here to answer some questions that
are intended to help both aspiring Scrum Masters and Scrum Masters that are
already well into their various journeys. Hello, my name is Matt Versdahl. I am the Statewide Asset Manager for the Washington State Department
of Transportation. Hello, my name is Suchi Singh,
and I am a Scrum Master at IBM for SAP technology teams. I have ten plus years of extensive
project management experience across diverse industries, including telecom,
banking and energy sectors. I hold industry recognized
credentials including PMP, PMI-ACP, AWS-ECP, and
Certified Scrum Master. My name is Daniel Yeomans. I'm currently a subject matter
expert with Skill Up Technologies. I've been involved in Agile and
Scrum for approximately ten years. In terms of certifications,
I'm a certified Scrum Master, a certified Scrum product owner. I have the Project Management
Institute Agile Certified Practitioner Certification. And in addition, I am a disciplined
Agile Senior Scrum Master. The Project management Institute,
DASSM certification. A relatively new certification,
but a good one. I'm Charity L Hodgin and
I am a portfolio and Agile change management
lead at the Cigna Group. I have worked in the Agile space for over
ten years as a Scrum Master transformation lead and Enterprise Agile Coach, prior to
that, I was a traditional project manager. I have my PMP, my PMI-ACP, along with
certifications from IC Agile and Scaled Agile Framework. So, there's a lot to cover here. To get the most of this course,
complete viewing each video, complete all hands-on labs, and
check your learning with each quiz. We're happy to have you with us as you
start your Scrum Master profession journey. If you have any trouble with
any of these course materials, please don't hesitate to contact
us in the discussion forum. Let's get started. Good luck! [MUSIC]