The Agile movement has taken the project management world by storm, with Scrum standing as one of its most popular frameworks. For ScrumMasters, the Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification serves as a valuable foundation. But for those seeking to truly excel in their role, the next step lies in the Advanced Certified ScrumMaster (A-CSM) certification.
Why is the A-CSM Important?
The A-CSM goes beyond the core Scrum mechanics, delving deeper into advanced areas like:
Masterful Facilitation: You’ll hone your skills in guiding productive discussions, navigating conflict, and fostering collaboration within the Scrum team and across stakeholders.
Agile Coaching: Learn to effectively coach individuals and teams, helping them overcome challenges, improve self-organization, and achieve their full potential.
Scaling Agility: Gain insights into applying Scrum principles beyond single teams, exploring frameworks like Nexus and SAFe to tackle larger, more complex projects.
Leading Change: Equip yourself with strategies to address resistance to change, build buy-in, and foster an Agile mindset within the organization.
Who Should Consider the A-CSM?
This certification is ideal for:
Experienced ScrumMasters: If you’ve been serving in the role for at least a year and crave deeper knowledge and advanced skills, the A-CSM will take you to the next level.
Agile Team Leads and Coaches: Seeking to expand your influence and guide others on their Agile journey? The A-CSM equips you with the tools and practices to excel in these roles.
Project Managers in Transition: As organizations embrace Agile, project managers seeking to adapt their skillset will find the A-CSM valuable in understanding and leading Agile teams effectively.
The Benefits of Earning Your A-CSM:
Career Advancement: Stand out from the crowd with a recognized industry credential that demonstrates your deep understanding and expertise in Agile and Scrum.
Enhanced Skills and Knowledge: Gain valuable insights and practical tools to master facilitation, coaching, scaling, and change leadership within Agile environments.
Increased Confidence: Approach Scrum challenges with a sense of authority and competence, knowing you have the advanced skills to navigate complex situations.
Network and Community: Join a global community of A-CSMs, expanding your professional network and gaining access to valuable resources and support.
Conclusion:
The A-CSM certification is not just a credential; it’s a commitment to excellence in the ever-evolving world of Agile project management. If you’re ready to take your ScrumMaster skills to the next level, become a more effective leader, and unlock exciting career opportunities, then the A-CSM is the next step on your Agile journey.
Remember, true mastery lies in continuous learning and development. Invest in yourself, invest in your team, and embrace the power of Agile with the A-CSM.
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Lean, Agile, and Scrum
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demonstrate how Scrum is aligned with the values and principles of the Manifesto for Agile Software Development.
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outline the historical development of Scrum and agile.
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explain the value of at least two other Lean/agile development approaches outside of Scrum.
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rank at least five personality traits of an excellent Scrum Master.
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evaluate three situations when transparency, inspection, and adaptation are not working effectively.
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demonstrate how Scrum is aligned with the values and principles of the Manifesto for Agile Software Development.
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Scrum Master Core Competencies
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identify at least three indicators when a group is engaged in divergent thinking and at least three indicators when a group is engaged in convergent thinking.
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identify at least three challenges of integrating multiple perspectives.
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apply at least two facilitative listening techniques for effective meetings/events.
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demonstrate at least two alternatives to open discussion.
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describe two examples when the Scrum Master should not act as the facilitator for the Scrum Team.
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design and facilitate at least two collaborative events.
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select at least one strategy to resolve obstacles to clear communication.
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create a working agreement to foster clear communication and teamwork.
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describe at least three elements of a coaching stance.
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apply an appropriate coaching technique for two interventions.
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analyze an intervention to identify at least two improvements.
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explain Scrum and its benefits to a business stakeholder.
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identify at least three indicators when a group is engaged in divergent thinking and at least three indicators when a group is engaged in convergent thinking.
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Service to the Scrum Team
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describe at least three attributes of an effective self-managing team.
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apply a technique to improve the team’s ability to manage themselves.
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explain the difference between a team and working group.
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describe at least one multi-stage model for team formation and development.
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facilitate the creation or improvement of a strong Definition of Done.
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describe how a Definition of Done could be formulated for a non-software product.
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explain at least two ways development practices may impact the Scrum Team’s ability to deliver valuable, usable Increments each Sprint.
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describe how development practices are highly beneficial in a multiple team environment.
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describe at least three attributes of an effective self-managing team.
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Service to the Product Owner
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Service to the Organization
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practice resolving the root cause of an organizational impediment.
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discuss at least three possible impacts to your Scrum Team or organization that could result if your Scrum Team adopted the latest definition of Scrum.
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recognize at least two approaches to scaling Scrum.
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describe at least two reasons why an organization might decide not to scale.
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identify at least two techniques for visualizing, managing, or reducing dependencies.
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describe at least three benefits and drawbacks of feature teams and component teams.
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describe the nature of complex systems.
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describe at least two approaches for catalyzing organizational change.
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practice resolving the root cause of an organizational impediment.
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Scrum Mastery
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analyze your fulfillment of the Scrum values and how you could improve.
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recognize when a constructive interaction moves to destructive conflict.
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compare your default pattern for responding to conflict with at least two alternatives.
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express at least three attributes of an effective leader.
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demonstrate one or more attributes of a leader.
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analyze your fulfillment of the Scrum values and how you could improve.
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