Introduction to Scrum Master Training course Syllabus
Full curriculum breakdown — modules, lessons, estimated time, and outcomes.
Overview: This course provides a foundational introduction to Scrum and Agile project management principles, designed for beginners aiming to become effective ScrumMasters or Agile team members. The curriculum covers the core components of the Scrum framework, including roles, events, artifacts, and real-world application. With a total time commitment of approximately 4–8 weeks, learners engage with practical content to build job-ready Agile skills. Each module takes 1–2 weeks to complete, combining conceptual learning with applied understanding to prepare participants for further ScrumMaster certification training.
Module 1: Agile and Scrum Fundamentals
Estimated time: 3 hours
- Understand Agile values and principles
- Learn the Scrum framework structure
- Explore iterative development and incremental delivery
- Compare Scrum with traditional waterfall models
Module 2: Scrum Roles and Responsibilities
Estimated time: 3 hours
- Study the role of the ScrumMaster
- Understand Product Owner responsibilities
- Learn Development Team roles and accountabilities
- Explore stakeholder collaboration and servant leadership principles
Module 3: Scrum Events and Artifacts
Estimated time: 3 hours
- Understand sprint planning and backlog refinement
- Learn daily stand-up best practices
- Explore sprint reviews and retrospectives
- Study product backlog and sprint backlog management
Module 4: Scrum in Practice
Estimated time: 3 hours
- Apply Scrum in real-world scenarios
- Identify common Agile challenges and solutions
- Learn scaling considerations for Agile teams
- Prepare for ScrumMaster certification pathways
Module 5: Preparing for ScrumMaster Certification
Estimated time: 2 hours
- Review key Scrum concepts for CSM exam
- Understand Scrum Alliance certification process
- Explore next steps for official Certified ScrumMaster® training
Module 6: Final Project
Estimated time: 4 hours
- Simulate a sprint planning session
- Facilitate a mock daily stand-up meeting
- Conduct a sprint retrospective with team feedback
Prerequisites
- Familiarity with basic project management concepts
- No prior Agile experience required
- Interest in software development or product delivery processes
What You'll Be Able to Do After
- Explain the Scrum framework and Agile principles clearly
- Describe the responsibilities of a ScrumMaster and other Scrum roles
- Facilitate core Scrum events such as stand-ups and retrospectives
- Manage and prioritize Scrum artifacts like backlogs
- Prepare effectively for official Certified ScrumMaster® training and certification