Scrum - Step by Step Training Course

This two-day course is designed for IT professionals interested in mastering the Waterfall model and exploring how practitioners have historically addressed its limitations, including the adoption of Agile methodologies.

The primary goal of Day 1 is to provide an overview of these various approaches, helping you determine which might best suit your specific organizational environment.

Day 2 focuses on project management techniques and best practices derived from Agile principles, demonstrating how they can be effectively applied within both Waterfall and Agile contexts.

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 change management process within an organization and the design of new business solutions. Business analysis aims to ensure that technological, procedural, or organizational solutions fulfill business goals and requirements. It plays a crucial role in ensuring the effectiveness of projects and changes within an organization by guaranteeing that the implemented solutions are accurate, feasible, and fully aligned with business requirements.

The "Scrum for Advanced Scrum Masters + PSM II Preparation" training is aimed at experienced Scrum Masters who wish to expand their competencies, gain a deeper understanding of how Scrum works, and become true leaders in the agile approach. The course covers interpretation of the Scrum Guide consistent with Scrum.org’s vision, which is critical in the context of the PSM II exam. Participants acquire practical knowledge regarding complexity, the empirical approach, Scrum values, and the role of the Scrum Master as a leader. Additionally, the course prepares you for the PSM II exam, which is based on the latest version of the Scrum Guide.

This course centers on the business analyst's role to ensure success in Agile projects. Participants will learn how to collaborate effectively with the development team, the Product Owner, the Scrum Master, and customers to streamline the development process. The curriculum includes a simulated project where attendees can practice handling common scenarios.

Who should attend?

This two-day course is ideal for IT professionals looking to implement iterative Agile and Scrum methodologies to manage software development. It is especially beneficial for project managers, team leaders, developers, and software development clients who wish to have a stake in the development process.

This course is designed for test managers, quality assurance professionals, testers, software developers, project managers, and management teams to explain how Agile project management frameworks, particularly SCRUM, approach testing.

By the end of the course, delegates will design and execute a test plan for a sample application (which can be a real client application if available).

In this two-day course, you will gain a concise introduction to Agile software testing. The curriculum covers fundamental testing concepts within the context of Agile (Scrum) development, utilizing Crispin & Gregory’s Agile Testing Quadrants framework to examine modern Agile testing principles and practices.

Intended Audience

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

It is also ideal for individuals aiming to pursue testing as a specialized career path and serves as a suitable prerequisite for the iSQI Certified Agile Tester certification.

This instructor-led, live training in Greece (online or on-site) is aimed at beginner to intermediate-level professionals who wish to gain a deeper understanding of Scrum and pass 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 instrument for Project Management, yet practitioners often place excessive emphasis on the tool itself rather than the underlying methodology.

This instructor-led, live training reveals the synergistic power of Jira and Confluence, demonstrating how they collaborate to achieve the ultimate goal of enabling teams to successfully deliver their products or projects. Participants will learn to leverage these tools effectively to streamline User Requirements, Testing, and Communication, all centralized within a single platform.

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

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Setting up a Scrum or Kanban project
• Configuring Jira for optimal project management
• Managing issues with efficiency
• Designing the necessary screens to accommodate various issue types
• Creating workflows and boards, while understanding their interplay
• Executing basic and advanced searches and analysis
• Generating and reviewing essential reports for both the team and management

This training provides an opportunity to familiarize yourself with the knowledge, techniques, tools, and practices in project management, specifically from the perspective of the Scrum Master—the leader responsible for understanding and applying Scrum to enhance efficiency.

The course is designed for individuals interested in implementing Agile approaches within their organization, those participating in projects, and project managers who are currently implementing or planning to introduce Agile methodologies.

The program comprises theoretical content, workshops, and practical examples. Participants will be prepared for the Scrum Master certification exam and will have the opportunity to take the official certification test.
Training Language: Polish/English
Exam Language: English

• Passing Score: 85%
• Time Limit: 60 minutes
• Number of Questions: 80
• Format: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer, True/False

The PSPO II is an advanced Scrum.org certification programme designed to professionalise product ownership within complex operational landscapes.

Delivered as live, instructor-led training available either online or onsite, this course targets experienced Product Owners, product managers, and Agile leaders who aspire to optimise product value and master contemporary product management methodologies.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Comprehend advanced Product Owner stances and implement them in real-world scenarios.
• Utilise stakeholder management and product strategy to enhance value generation.
• Apply Evidence-Based Management (EBM) principles to drive outcome-focused product delivery.
• Prepare thoroughly for the PSPO II assessment.

Course Delivery Format

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

Customisation Options

• For bespoke training arrangements tailored to your organisation’s needs, please get in touch with us to discuss further.

This two-day course provides an in-depth exploration of the Lean-Agile principles and practices underpinning the Scaled Agile Framework® (SAFe®).

Participants will learn how to deliver and release value via Agile Release Trains, establish an Agile Portfolio, and spearhead Lean-Agile transformations at an enterprise level.

You will develop a robust understanding of the Lean-Agile mindset and learn to apply SAFe principles and practices to empower Agile teams, programs, portfolio management, and the coordination of extensive Value Streams. Attendance prepares you for the certification exam to become a SAFe® Agilist (SA). Associated Certification: SAFe Agilist (SA)

This intensive two-day program equips current Scrum Masters with the leadership skills necessary to drive Agile success at the team, program, and enterprise levels within a SAFe® framework. The curriculum focuses on facilitating cross-team collaboration to support program execution and continuous improvement. It expands the Scrum methodology by introducing scalable engineering and DevOps practices, applying Kanban to optimize value flow, and fostering effective interactions with architects, product management, and other key stakeholders in large-scale program and enterprise environments. Participants gain practical tools for building high-performing teams and learn strategies to mitigate Agile and Scrum anti-patterns. Completion of this course prepares you for the certification exam to become a SAFe® Advanced Scrum Master (ASM).

Over the course of two days, this training is crafted to assist teams operating within an Agile Release Train (ART) in functioning efficiently within an Agile context by leveraging frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, and XP. Participants will gain insights into operating as an Agile Team, managing backlogs, and effectively planning and executing iterations. The curriculum also highlights the team's position within the ART and focuses on collaborating, planning, executing, and driving continuous improvement alongside fellow teams.

The training equips teams to engage in a Program Increment (PI), covering both team-level and program-level events, with a strong emphasis on upcoming PI planning sessions. Upon completion, participants will be prepared to sit for the certification exam to earn their SAFe® Practitioner (SP) credential.

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

• Implement SAFe principles to scale Lean and Agile practices throughout the organization.

• Understand their team’s role within the Agile Release Train and its contribution to broader objectives.

• Identify other teams within the train, including their respective roles and interdependencies.

• Plan and execute iterations effectively.

• Demonstrate delivered value and drive continuous process improvement.

• Participate in and contribute to Program Increment planning.

• Collaborate and integrate work with other teams within the Agile Release Train.

The Scrum Practitioner training is designed to introduce agile concepts and techniques within a classroom setting, utilizing a blend of presentations, practical exercises, and engaging activities that embrace the principle of 'learning by doing'. Throughout the course, participants will have the chance to apply these techniques via a pre-prepared simulation, aiding in the consolidation of their learning.