SAFe® Scrum Master

Our two-day SAFe® Scrum Master training course include the following modules...

Module 1: Thriving in the digital age with Business Agility

• Thrive in the digital age
• Describe SAFe® as an operating system for Business Agility
• Explain the Seven Core Competencies of Business Agility

Module 2: Becoming a Lean Agile Leader

• Embrace the Lean-Agile Mindset 
• Apply Lean and Agile at scale with the SAFe® Principles

Module 3: Establishing Team and technical Agility

• Form cross-functional Agile Teams
• Organise Agile Release Trains (ARTs) around the flow of value

Module 4: Building Solutions with Agile Product Delivery

• Apply Customer Centricity with Design Thinking 
• Prioritise the Programme Backlog 
• Participate in PI (Programme Increment) Planning 
• Develop on Cadence; Release on Demand 
• Build a Continuous Delivery Pipeline with DevOps

Module 5: Exploring Lean Portfolio Management

• Define a SAFe® portfolio 
• Connect the portfolio to the enterprise strategy 
• Maintain the portfolio vision 
• Establish portfolio flow 
• Fund Value Streams 

Module 6: Leading the Change

• Lead by example
• Lead the change

Module 7: Becoming a Certified SAFe® Agilist

• Becoming a Certified SAFe® Professional

Our SAFe® Scrum Master training course is open to everyone but may appeal more to...

• Agile Practitioners and Individuals who are already familiar with Agile methodologies, such as Scrum, and want to enhance their knowledge and skills in scaling Agile practices to larger organisations.
• Scrum Masters: Scrum Masters who are working in organisations that have adopted or are planning to adopt the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®).
• Agile Coaches: Coaches who are responsible for guiding organisations through their Agile transformation journey. Understanding SAFe® Scrum Master concepts can help them better support teams and align their coaching practices with the SAFe® framework.
• Project Managers: Project managers who are transitioning from traditional project management approaches to Agile. Learning SAFe® Scrum Master concepts can help them understand how to lead Agile teams, facilitate Scrum events, and promote Agile principles within a scaled Agile environment.
• Team Leads and Product Owners: Team leads and product owners who want to gain a deeper understanding of Agile practices and Scrum Master responsibilities. This knowledge can enable them to collaborate effectively with Scrum Masters and contribute to the success of Agile teams.
• Executives and Managers: Leaders who are responsible for driving organisational change and implementing Agile practices at the enterprise level. Learning SAFe® Scrum Master concepts can provide them with insights into Agile principles, scaling Agile, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Our SAFe® Scrum Master training course includes the following:

• Pre-reading
• Course Manuel
• Quizzes
• Exercises

Our SAFe® Scrum Master training course is suitable for those with the following Prerequisites...

• Team members who apply Lean and Agile at scale
• Working knowledge of software and hardware development processes
• Familiarity with Agile concepts and principles

The following reading material is not required but may still be of use to anyone attending our SAFe® Scrum Master training course...

• "Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time" by Jeff Sutherland
• "The Agile Samurai: How Agile Masters Deliver Great Software" by Jonathan Rasmusson
• "SAFe® 5.0 Distilled: Achieving Business Agility with the Scaled Agile Framework" by Richard Knaster and Dean Leffingwell
• "Agile Estimating and Planning" by Mike Cohn
• "Coaching Agile Teams: A Companion for ScrumMasters, Agile Coaches, and Project Managers in Transition" by Lyssa Adkins

SAFe® Scrum Master Certification Exam

• The first exam attempt is included if the web-based exam is taken within 30 days of course completion.
• 45 multiple-choice questions in 90 minutes, closed book.
• 73% Passing Score (33 out of 45 correct).
• Each retake attempt costs $50 US.
• A second attempt can be made immediately after the first attempt.
• The third attempt requires a 10-day wait.
• The fourth attempt requires a 30-day wait.
• Annual renewal fee of $100 US.

You might be interested in our two-day Leading SAFe® training course, where you will learn the following:

• Apply SAFe® to scale Lean and Agile development in the enterprise
• Recognise and apply a Lean-Agile mindset and principles
• Continuously explore, integrate, deploy, and release value
• Empower with a Lean Portfolio
• Coordinate the development of large solutions
• Enhance their Lean-Agile leadership skills
• Support a Lean-Agile transformation in their enterprise

You might also be interested in our two-day SAFe® For Teams training course, where you will learn the following:

• Apply SAFe® to scale Lean and Agile development in their enterprise
• Know their team and its role on the Agile Release Train
• Know all other teams on the train, their roles, and the dependencies between the teams
• Plan Iterations
• Execute Iterations and demonstrate value
• Plan Program Increments
• Integrate and work with other teams on the train

Our SAFe® Scrum Master training course can bring several benefits to individuals and organisations including but not limited to...

• Enhanced Agile Skills: SAFe® Scrum Master training deepens your understanding of Agile principles, Scrum practices, and how to implement them effectively in a scaled Agile environment. This knowledge equips you with valuable skills that can improve your ability to lead Agile teams and deliver successful projects.
• Increased Career Opportunities: SAFe® Scrum Master certification is widely recognized in the industry and can enhance your career prospects. Organisations that embrace the Scaled Agile Framework often look for certified professionals to lead their Agile initiatives. Having the certification validates your expertise and makes you a desirable candidate for Scrum Master or Agile coaching roles.
• Better Team Performance: As a SAFe® Scrum Master, you'll have the knowledge and tools to support and guide Agile teams effectively. You can facilitate team collaboration, remove obstacles, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This leads to improved team performance, productivity, and delivery of high-quality products or services.
• Alignment with SAFe® Framework: SAFe® Scrum Master training ensures you understand how Scrum fits within the larger context of the Scaled Agile Framework. This alignment allows you to contribute to the successful implementation of SAFe® practices, such as coordinating with other teams, participating in Agile ceremonies at the program or portfolio level, and promoting a consistent Agile approach throughout the organisation.
• Increased Organizational Agility: By learning SAFe® Scrum Master concepts, you gain insights into scaling Agile practices and applying them to large organisations. This knowledge enables you to contribute to the organisation's agility by facilitating the adoption of Agile principles, improving cross-team collaboration, and driving the cultural and mindset shifts necessary for successful Agile transformations.
• Continuous Learning and Growth: SAFe® Scrum Master training encourages a mindset of continuous learning and growth. It equips you with tools and techniques to support ongoing team improvement, implement feedback loops, and adapt Agile practices to changing circumstances. This focus on continuous improvement benefits both individuals and the organisation as a whole.