Advanced Certified ScrumMaste(A-CSM)Virtual Training by Naveen Nanjundappa

Course Overview:

This unique training workshop is part of the ever evolution of Agile Coaching Program co-developed by 2 Enterprise Agile Coaches, Maria Matarelli, since 2014. The course comes with the vision and mission of developing effective Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches and Change Agents, to incorporate must-have soft-skills/leadership/influencing competences together with the sciences of Agile/Agility: the Arts and Sciences of Agile Coaching. It serves as the stepping stone to CSP-SM level certification and inspires participants to pursue Scrum Alliance CTC/CEC certifications eventually.

This unique offering of learning is very hands-on and actions oriented, being enhanced by many Agile transformation field cases in the real-world from the trainer's own rich experiences. In the class, you will have opportunities to participate in deep, open and focused conversations with the trainer as well as fellow classmates who also bring lots of valuable insights from different perspectives. Besides public classes, this course/workshop has been well received and embraced by small and large organizations around the globe as the must-have program for advancing Scrum Master growth as well as cultivating effective internal Agile Coaches to support various scale of Agile Transformation initiatives.

Logistics:

About a week before coming to class you'll receive via email pre-requisite reading materials and preparation assignment. Additionally, as part of the two-day workshop each participant will receive the following:

• Many valuable reference materials including electronic copy of training materials, checklists, case studies, experience reports, and recommended reading and video watching list etc.

• 2-year additional membership with the Scrum Alliance, and with all other foundational certifications held by the participant be renewed for another 2 years

Participants can also claim 16 PDUs with the PMI.

This course is organized by UPerform and SimpliAxis - Leading Provider of Scrum and Agile Training and Coaching services. With outstanding references from highly satisfied corporate clients and individual students, we are your clear choice for all of your Scrum and Agile transformation needs.

Agenda

Pre-class preparation:

• Pre-requisite reading materials be provided by trainer, and participant to write up reading summary;

• Prepare personal experience summary on using Scrum and/or performing Scrum-Mastership; Reflecting on your experiences, list key challenges you encountered and how you addressed such challenges and what were the outcomes (please specify hard skills and soft skills you have applied, and self-assessment on your competence level on those skills);

• Go over the Learning Objectives of A-CSM program described by Scrum Alliance

In-class topical outline:

• Start with "WHY";

• Intention of Agile/Agility;

• Complex Adaptive System and Thinking;

• Recap on the Core: Agile and Scrum;

• Cultivating Self-Organized Team - Techniques;

• Innovative Product Creation Org - Eco-system Roles Competence Model;

• Agile Coach Competence Model - Leader as a Coach;

• Catalyzing Changes - Techniques;

• Organization Design and Scaling Agile to Multiple Teams;

• Conflict Management - Core;

• Motivations - Intrinsic;

• Serving and Supporting;

• Core Influence Techniques & Change Model;

• Core Soft Skill - Teaching/Training;

• Core Soft Skill - Mentoring;

• Core Soft Skill - Facilitating;

• Core Soft Skill - Coaching;

• Agile Coach Toolbox

Post-class assignment:

• Create Summary of Learning, and Individual Action Plan with Timeline;

• Based on Past Experiences and Actions, Conduct Self-assessment on Core Learning Objectives of A-CSM

Who Should Attend

This 2-day interactive workshop (with important pre-class and post-class assignments) is targeted to individuals practicing at work as a Scrum Master, Agile Coach or any level of leader in an organization (Leader in Scrum-Mastering and/or Coaching style), or as an external Management Consultant/Agile Coach. It is also highly valuable for anyone interested/engaged in Scrum adoption and Agile transformation, including Senior and Mid Management, Dev Managers, Line and Functional Managers, Change Management Leaders, Quality Assurance Leaders, Digital Program Leaders, Project Managers, Team Leaders, Senior Development Team Members, Product Managers, and any other supporting professionals at work etc.

For any Registration, Group Discount and inquiries, Please contact us

3 Participants 7% Discount

5 or more Participants 12% Discount

10 or more Participants please contact us at support@simpliaxis.com or

+1-361-998-9988, +1-249-500-3143

Trainer Background:

Naveen Nanjundappa

Naveen Nanjundappa is a transformation consultant with over 15+ years of experience of helping organizations and teams overcome challenges in product and people development. He works with clients who value Agile principles and are eager to build self-organizing teams and adopt more effective product development practices—without compromising on delivery timelines.

With comprehensive experience in both product and project management, a background that includes working with prestigious companies like Wipro, Network, Symbian, Nokia, Solution IQ, 12 principal consulting. Naveen provides a unique perspective to coaching businesses on how to establish high-performing teams, delegate effectively, and increase productivity and profitability. His technique is enhanced by his use of Agile metaphors, visual storytelling, and human psychology to offer effective coaching experiences.

In addition to his professional job, Naveen serves as the President of the Bangalore Astronomical Society where he drives team building activities and public outreach in the form of Astronomy based seminars and events. He is also a well-known speaker who has delivered his expertise on Agile transformation, leadership and high-performing team dynamics at various prestigious platforms including Agile Best Practices Conference and PMI India National Conference.