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Event Overview

Transform How You Deliver Projects with Agile and Scrum Methodologies

Join thousands of professionals who have revolutionized their approach to project

delivery with Agile and Scrum. This comprehensive 3-session course provides hands-on

training in the world's most popular project management framework, used by leading

companies like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Netflix to deliver products faster and

with higher quality.

Scrum is currently the most popular Agile methodology in 2025, and this intensive

course will teach you everything you need to know to start implementing Agile practices

immediately. Whether you're in software development, marketing, product management, or any field requiring rapid delivery and continuous improvement, this course will give you the tools to succeed.

What Makes This Course Special:

• Live Expert Instruction: Learn from certified Scrum Masters and Agile

practitioners

• Hands-On Learning: Practice with real scenarios and interactive exercises

• Current Best Practices: Fully updated for 2025 with latest Agile trends and

innovations

• Industry-Agnostic: Applicable across software, marketing, operations, and more

• Interactive Format: Small class size for personalized attention

• Practical Tools: Digital toolkit with templates and resources

• Immediate Application: Skills you can implement right away

Course Schedule & Format

Duration: 3 Sessions | 1.5 Weeks Total

Time: 3 hours per session

Format: Live Online Instruction via Zoom

Class Size: Limited to 25 participants for maximum interaction

Course Agenda

Based on the official Scrum Guide and 2025 industry best practices

Session 1: Agile Foundations & Mindset

Agile Principles and Values

• Understanding the Agile Manifesto and its 12 principles

• Traditional vs. Agile project management approaches

• When and why to use Agile methodologies

• Common myths and misconceptions about Agile

• Agile mindset and cultural transformation

Introduction to Scrum Framework

• Scrum methodology goal to deliver the highest value to stakeholders

• Overview of Scrum's empirical approach: transparency, inspection, adaptation

• Scrum vs. other Agile methodologies (Kanban, SAFe, Lean)

• Benefits and challenges of implementing Scrum

• Real-world Scrum success stories and case studies

Interactive Exercise: Agile vs. Traditional Project Scenario Analysis

Session 2: Scrum Framework Deep Dive

Scrum Roles and Responsibilities

• Product Owner: Vision, backlog management, and stakeholder representation

• Scrum Master: Facilitation, coaching, and impediment removal

• Development Team: Self-organization, cross-functionality, and delivery

• Role interactions and collaborative dynamics

• Common role misconceptions and anti-patterns

Scrum Events (Ceremonies)

• Sprint Planning: Goal setting, story selection, and capacity planning

• Daily Scrum: Progress updates, impediment identification, and coordination

• Sprint Review: Demonstration, feedback collection, and stakeholder

engagement

• Sprint Retrospective: Continuous improvement and team learning

• Sprint: Time-boxed iterations and rhythm establishment

Scrum Artifacts

• Product Backlog: Prioritization, refinement, and user story creation

• Sprint Backlog: Commitment, task breakdown, and sprint scope

• Product Increment: Definition of Done, quality standards, and value delivery

Interactive Exercise: Role-Playing Scrum Events

Session 3: Implementation and Advanced Practices

User Stories and Product Backlog Management

• Writing effective user stories with acceptance criteria

• Story estimation techniques (Planning Poker, T-shirt sizing)

• Product backlog prioritization methods (MoSCoW, Kano Model)

• Backlog refinement best practices

• Managing technical debt and non-functional requirements

Sprint Execution and Team Dynamics

• Sprint goal creation and maintenance

• Task breakdown and daily work management

• Handling impediments and blockers

• Managing scope changes during sprints

• Team velocity and capacity planning

Scaling and Advanced Topics

• Trends and innovations in project management crucial to scale Agile in larger

projects

• Introduction to scaled Agile frameworks (SAFe, LeSS, Nexus)

• Remote and distributed Scrum teams

• Agile metrics and reporting (burndown charts, velocity, etc.)

• Common implementation challenges and solutions

Practical Workshop: Create Your First Sprint Plan

Who Should Attend

Perfect For:

• Project managers transitioning to Agile approaches

• Software developers and engineers

• Product managers and owners

• Team leads and supervisors

• Business analysts and consultants

• Marketing and operations professionals

• Anyone involved in iterative project delivery

• Professionals preparing for Scrum Master certification

You'll Benefit If You:

• Want to deliver projects faster with higher quality

• Need to respond quickly to changing requirements

• Lead cross-functional teams or collaborate across departments

• Work in environments requiring rapid iteration and feedback

• Are considering Agile transformation in your organization

Learning Outcomes

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

Framework Mastery:

• Understand and apply all Scrum roles, events, and artifacts

• Facilitate effective Sprint Planning, Reviews, and Retrospectives

• Create and manage product backlogs with proper prioritization

• Write clear user stories with actionable acceptance criteria

Team Leadership:

• Coach teams in Agile principles and self-organization

• Remove impediments and facilitate team problem-solving

• Foster collaborative environments and continuous improvement

• Handle conflicts and challenges in Agile environments

Practical Implementation:

• Start your first Scrum project immediately after the course

• Adapt Scrum practices to your specific industry and context

• Measure and track Agile team performance effectively

• Identify and address common Scrum anti-patterns

Career Development:

• Speak confidently about Agile and Scrum methodologies

• Position yourself for Scrum Master or Product Owner roles

• Prepare for advanced Agile certifications (CSM, CSPO, PSM)

• Lead Agile transformation initiatives in your organization

Course Materials & Digital Resources

Comprehensive Digital Learning Package:

• Complete Scrum implementation guide and playbook

• Templates for all Scrum artifacts and ceremonies

• User story writing workshop materials

• Sprint planning and estimation tools

• Retrospective techniques and facilitation guides

• Agile metrics and reporting templates

• Reading list for continued learning

Practical Tools Included:

• Product backlog template and examples

• Sprint planning worksheets

• Daily Scrum facilitation guides

• Definition of Done templates

• Retrospective activity toolkit

• Agile project charter template

• Team velocity tracking sheets

Interactive Learning Experience

Hands-On Activities:

• Simulate complete Sprint cycles during class

• Practice writing user stories for real scenarios

• Role-play different Scrum ceremonies

• Work through common Scrum challenges and solutions

• Create actual Sprint plans you can implement at work

Real-World Application:

• Bring your current projects for Agile analysis

• Get feedback on your Scrum implementation ideas

• Network with professionals from various industries

• Access to instructor for 30 days post-course for questions

Investment & Value

Early Bird Price: $595 (Save $100 - Register 2 week before start date)

Regular Price: $695

Exceptional Value Includes:

• 9 hours of live, expert instruction

• Comprehensive digital toolkit and templates

• Interactive exercises and simulations

• 30-day post-course email support

• Certificate of completion

Return on Investment:

• Immediate improvement in team productivity and delivery speed

• Enhanced collaboration and communication skills

• Preparation for high-demand Agile roles (average 25% salary increase)

• Foundation for advanced Scrum certifications

• Tools and knowledge for organizational Agile transformation

Instructor Profile

Led by certified Scrum Masters (CSM) and Product Owners (CSPO) with 10+ years of

hands-on Agile experience across industries including technology, finance, healthcare,

and manufacturing. Our instructors have successfully guided hundreds of teams

through Agile transformations and specialize in making Scrum accessible and practical

for professionals from all backgrounds.

Why Agile and Scrum Now?

Industry Demand:

• 87% of organizations are using Agile practices in some form

• Scrum Master is one of the fastest-growing job titles

• Companies using Agile deliver 30% faster than traditional approaches

• Agile professionals earn 25% more than their traditional counterparts

Future-Proof Your Career:

• Essential skill for modern project delivery

• Applicable across all industries, not just technology

• Foundation for digital transformation initiatives

• Critical for remote and hybrid work environments

Registration Information

Next Class Starts: December 1, 2025

Registration Deadline: 3 days before start

Location: Live Online (Zoom link provided upon registration)

Prerequisites: None - suitable for beginners and experienced professionals

Certificate: Digital certificate of completion provided

Questions? Contact us at info@bridgeportgroup.solutions or 216.832.8662

Ready to Transform Your Project Delivery? Join the Agile revolution and register

now!

This course provides comprehensive Agile and Scrum education based on the official

Scrum Guide and current industry best practices. While thorough, it does not provide

formal certification credits, but serves as excellent preparation for Scrum Master or

Product Owner certification programs.