Scrum for an advanced Scrum Master + preparation for PSM II Training Course

This 2-day course is suitable for any IT professionals who are interested in using the Waterfall model and how people have traditionally tried to deal with its shortcomings - including, but not limited to, Agile approaches.

The aim of the 1st day is to give an overview of these approaches enabling you to decide what might suit them in your environment.

The 2nd day looks at project management techniques and good practices that have been identified from Agile, and which can be applied in a Waterfall or Agile context.

Business analysis is the process of researching, understanding, and defining business needs to develop solutions that meet those needs. It is a key element in the process of change management within an organization and designing new business solutions. Business analysis aims to ensure that technological, process, or organizational solutions meet business goals and requirements. It is a key element in ensuring the effectiveness of projects and changes within an organization by ensuring that implemented solutions are correct, feasible, and fully aligned with business requirements.

This program centers on the responsibilities of the business analyst to thrive within Agile projects. Attendees will discover how to effectively collaborate with the development team, Product Owner, Scrum Master, and clients to streamline the development lifecycle. Participants will engage in a simulated project, practicing typical scenarios encountered in Agile environments.

Target Audience

This two-day program is designed for IT professionals eager to adopt Iterative Agile and Scrum frameworks for managing software development projects. It is especially beneficial for project managers, team leads, developers, and clients involved in software development who wish to gain active involvement in the development lifecycle.

Designed for test managers, quality assurance professionals, testers, software developers, project managers, and management, this course explains how Agile project management frameworks, particularly SCRUM, approach testing.

By the end of the course, each participant will design and execute a test plan for a sample application (potentially a real client application, if available).

This 2-day course offers a concise introduction to Agile software testing. It covers foundational test concepts within the context of Agile (Scrum) development and employs Crispin & Gregory’s Agile Testing Quadrants model as a framework to explore contemporary principles and practices of Agile testing.

Intended Audience

This course is designed for development teams looking to enhance their testing practices in an Agile environment.

It is also ideal for those considering testing as a specific career path and serves as a suitable prerequisite for the iSQI Certified Agile Tester course.

This instructor-led, live training in Argentina (available online or onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate professionals who wish to deepen their understanding of Scrum and prepare for the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification exam.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Master the fundamentals and concepts of Scrum.
• Gain core competencies to handle internal and external distractions in project development.
• Master the ins and outs of all Scrum ceremonies.
• Gain proficiency in executing Scrum.
• Take the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Certification Exam with confidence.

JIRA Software is a robust tool for Project Management, yet participants often focus more on the software itself than on the underlying methodology.

This instructor-led, live training introduces participants to the synergistic power of Jira and Confluence, demonstrating how they work together to achieve a single objective: enabling the team to successfully deliver the product or project. Attendees will learn how to leverage these tools efficiently to centralize and streamline User Requirements, Testing, and Communication.

The curriculum covers JIRA projects, Confluence spaces, workflows, boards (Kanban & Scrum), planning and dependencies, Jira/Confluence integration, reporting, key fields, custom fields, issue types, screens, and filtering.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create a Scrum or Kanban project
• Configure Jira to manage the project effectively
• Manage issues efficiently
• Design the necessary screens to handle specific issue types
• Create workflows and boards, and understand their interaction
• Perform basic and advanced searches and analysis
• Generate and review reports essential for the team and management

The PSPO II certification from Scrum.org is an advanced program designed to cultivate expertise in professional product ownership within complex business environments.

This live, instructor-led training, available either online or onsite, targets experienced Product Owners, product managers, and Agile leaders who aim to optimize product value and master contemporary product management techniques.

Upon completing this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Comprehend advanced Product Owner stances and apply them effectively in real-world scenarios.
• Utilize stakeholder management and product strategy to maximize value delivery.
• Implement evidence-based management (EBM) to drive outcome-focused product results.
• Prepare thoroughly for the PSPO II assessment.

Course Delivery Format

• Interactive lectures and group discussions.
• Analysis of case studies and scenario-based exercises.
• Practical group activities and role-playing simulations.

Customization Opportunities

• For tailored training solutions, please reach out to us to discuss your specific needs.

This two-day course provides instruction on the Lean-Agile principles and practices of the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®).

You will learn how to execute and release value through Agile Release Trains, how to build an Agile Portfolio, and how to lead a Lean-Agile transformation at enterprise scale.

You will gain an understanding of the Lean-Agile mindset and how to apply the principles and practices of SAFe to support Agile teams, programs, program portfolio management, and to coordinate large Value Streams. Attending the class prepares you to take the exam and become a certified SAFe® Agilist (SA). Associated Certification: SAFe Agilist (SA)

This two-day program equips current Scrum Masters to assume their leadership responsibilities in driving Agile success at the team, program, and enterprise levels within a SAFe® implementation. The curriculum focuses on facilitating cross-team collaboration to support program execution and continuous improvement. It expands the Scrum framework by introducing scalable engineering and DevOps practices, applying Kanban to enhance value flow, and fostering effective interactions with architects, product management, and other key stakeholders in broader program and enterprise environments. Participants gain actionable tools for cultivating high-performing teams and learn practical strategies for identifying and resolving Agile and Scrum anti-patterns. Completing this course prepares you to sit for the exam and earn your SAFe® Advanced Scrum Master (ASM) certification.

This two-day course empowers teams within an Agile Release Train (ART) to thrive in an Agile environment by leveraging frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, and XP. Participants will learn to operate as effective Agile teams, manage backlogs, and successfully plan and deliver iterations. The curriculum highlights the team's role within the ART, emphasizing collaboration, planning, execution, and continuous improvement alongside other teams.

Training equips teams to engage in Program Increments (PI), addressing both Team-level and Program-level events, with a strong focus on PI planning sessions. Upon completion, participants will be prepared to take the certification exam to achieve the SAFe® Practitioner (SP) credential.

Upon finishing the course, participants will be able to:

• Implement SAFe principles to expand Lean and Agile practices throughout the organization.
• Comprehend their team’s function within the Agile Release Train and its contribution to broader goals.
• Identify other teams within the train, including their roles and interdependencies.
• Effectively plan and execute iterations.
• Showcase delivered value and drive continuous process improvement.
• Actively participate in and contribute to Program Increment planning.
• Collaborate and integrate efforts with other teams within the Agile Release Train.

Scrum employs an evidence-based framework that enhances a team's capacity to respond to evolving requirements, deliver value rapidly, and adapt to shifting market dynamics.

This approach aims to address customer needs promptly and manage unpredictable challenges where traditional sequential methods are less effective.

This program, also referred to as SCRUM awareness training, is designed to provide foundational knowledge.

Target Audience

The course is tailored for managers, executives, and key decision-makers who wish to evaluate the advantages of adopting this methodology or gain clarity on their teams' activities.

It is equally appropriate for software development clients seeking deeper involvement in the development lifecycle.

The Scrum Master is a vital component of any Agile or Scrum team. This course equips participants with the essential knowledge of the Scrum framework, preparing them to take the online Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master (PSM1) certification exam.

Target Audience:

This course is designed for current or aspiring Scrum Masters, as well as professionals working within a Scrum environment who require a comprehensive understanding of Scrum practices.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the origins of Agile methodologies.
• Comprehend and apply the core values and principles of Agile.
• Distinguish between defined processes and the empirical processes used in Agile.
• Understand Scrum roles, artifacts, events, and practices.
• Be fully prepared to take the Professional Scrum Master (PSM1) exam.