Expert Scrum Master Certified (ESMC) Training
The Expert Scrum Master Certified (ESMC) course is designed for advanced Scrum practitioners who want to deepen their understanding of Scrum principles and apply them to complex, large-scale projects. This course equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to implement, coach, and lead high-performing Scrum teams across multiple projects and environments.
Expert Scrum Master Certified (ESMC)
Course Overview
- Apply advanced Scrum techniques to manage large and distributed teams
- Facilitate collaboration and communication across complex projects
- Optimize productivity and quality through continuous improvement
- Coach and mentor Scrum teams for sustained success
- Implement scaled Scrum frameworks in enterprise environments
- Lead organizational transformation using Agile and Scrum principles
Course Outline
- Module 1: Introduction to Advanced Scrum Concepts
- Review of Scrum principles and framework
- Differences between Scrum Master, Product Owner, and development roles
- Advanced responsibilities of an Expert Scrum Master
- Module 2: Scaling Scrum for Large Projects
- Multi-team coordination and communication
- Scaling frameworks (Scrum of Scrums, Nexus, LeSS, SAFe)
- Managing dependencies and integration
- Module 3: Coaching and Mentoring Scrum Teams
- Developing high-performing Scrum teams
- Coaching techniques for Scrum Masters
- Handling conflict and promoting collaboration
- Module 4: Advanced Facilitation Techniques
- Facilitating complex sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
- Decision-making and problem-solving techniques
- Overcoming challenges in distributed and remote Scrum teams
- Module 5: Continuous Improvement and Process Optimization
- Using metrics and KPIs to measure team performance
- Identifying and removing impediments
- Applying Lean and Kanban principles to Scrum
- Module 6: Agile Leadership and Organizational Transformation
- Leading Agile adoption across the enterprise
- Building a culture of continuous learning and innovation
- Change management strategies for Agile environments
- Module 7: Case Studies and Best Practices
- Real-world scenarios of scaled Scrum implementations
- Common pitfalls and lessons learned
- Preparing for the ESMC certification exam
Intended Audience
- Certified Scrum Masters (SMC, CSM, PSM) seeking advanced skills
- Experienced Project Managers or Program Managers transitioning to large-scale Agile roles
- Agile Coaches or Consultants
Prerequisites
- Scrum Master Certified (SMC™) certification
- Product Owner Certified (SPOC™) certification preferred
- Strong working knowledge of Scrum principles and Agile frameworks
- Practical experience managing Scrum projects
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Subject: Request for Project Management & Agile training from Applied Technology Academy
[Decision Maker Name],
I'm writing to request time and budget approval to complete Applied Technology Academy's course, Expert Scrum Master Certified (ESMC) Training. The information below outlines how this training benefits our organization, the tasks I'll be able to perform after completing it, and relevant cost and funding details.
Course Description
The Expert Scrum Master Certified (ESMC) course is designed for advanced Scrum practitioners who want to deepen their understanding of Scrum principles and apply them to complex, large-scale projects. This course equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to implement, coach, and lead high-performing Scrum teams across multiple projects and environments. Applied Technology Academy is an award-winning, SBA-certified woman-owned training provider (est. 2008) whose instructors are active practitioners; the course is hands-on with virtual labs and a learn-by-doing methodology.
Course Objectives
Once I've completed the course, I'll have hands-on, job-ready skills in project management & agile that I can apply immediately to our work.
Expected Organizational Benefits
After completing this course, I will be better equipped to apply these skills directly to our projects, reduce our reliance on outside expertise, strengthen our team's capabilities, and share what I learn with colleagues.
Expected Cost & Funding
Course fee: [request an itemized quote at the link below]. Applied Technology Academy supports multiple funding paths that may reduce or cover this cost: GSA MAS purchasing and government purchase orders, military credentialing funding (Army CA, AF COOL, CG COOL), VA GI Bill and VR&E, ATA Flexible Spending, and student financing. Private team cohorts are available if colleagues should attend with me.
Conclusion
This training provides practical, hands-on experience I can apply immediately to strengthen our work in project management & agile. Additional course information is available at https://appliedtechnologyacademy.com/agile-and-scrum-training/expert-scrum-master-certified-esmc-training/.
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