Professional Scrum Master - Advanced

This isn't Scrum 101. Far from it.

This is a class for next-level Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches...and those who aspire to be!

The Professional Scrum Master - Advanced (PSM-A) course is expertly-designed for experienced Scrum Masters looking to improve and enhance their craft. With highly interactive exercises and discussions, you'll gain fresh perspectives while discovering innovative techniques and practices that you can apply right away. You'll also get a free attempt at the elite Professional Scrum Master II (PSM II) certification exam.

Unlike most classes out there, this class is held in 4 sessions to increase flexibility, decrease brain overload, and increase your learning.

• Wednesday, February 10th 11:00am to 3:00pm Eastern
• Friday, February 11th 11:00am to 3:00pm Eastern
• Wednesday, February 12th 11:00am to 3:00pm Eastern
• Friday, February 213th 11:00am to 3:00pm Eastern

Who should attend?

• Experienced Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches
  • (We've found this class is most helpful for people that have been serving as a Scrum Master for at least 12 months or have taken the PSM course + 6 months' experience)
• Agile and people leaders

Students will be able to make the most of the class if they already have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of Scrum.

What's the agenda?

• What makes an effective Scrum Master
• How to support the Scrum Team
• How to support the organization
• Challenges of middle management
• Dealing with complexity and impediments
• Measurement in Scrum
• Successful product delivery and “Done”
• Facilitation techniques

What's included?

• The reference guide from class with illustrations and key takeaways
• The artifacts we create in class
• Unstuck's Scrum Master Toolkit for enabling better Scrum - $99 value
• Unstuck's 70 assessment practice questions - $99 value
• Learnings from other students that are experiencing similar challenges as you
• Stories and practical examples from someone that has been in your shoes
• Up to two free attempts at the PSM II assessment (does not expire) - a $250 value
  • If you attend this Scrum.org class and attempt the PSM II certification assessment within 14 days but do not achieve a score of at least 85%, you will be given a 2nd attempt at no cost.
• One discounted attempt at the PSM III assessment (does not expire) - normally $500, discounted to $300
• A one-hour Unstuck PSM II study session for additional guidance on the assessment and help with difficult scenarios - a $300 value

Clients I have worked with

Are you running into the repeated problems and not seeing improvement?

Do you feel lost on how to gain support from leaders to embrace agility?

Are you wondering how to better engage and collaborate with the Product Owner and other stakeholders?

Do you struggle to be a change agent while avoiding fatigue and burnout?

Come get Unstuck by learning and taking action on the following:

• Enhance your understanding of effective Scrum Mastery.
• Refresh your outlook on addressing impediments.
• Gain a new vantage point on goals and success in agility.
• Connect with the challenges of middle management to gain breakthrough perspectives.
• Re-think product delivery and “Done.”
• Optimize your ability to support the organization in increasing agility.
• Gain facilitation techniques to effectively lead your Scrum Team.

Experience the Unstuck approach to Advanced Scrum Mastery:

• Replace unhelpful ways of showing up as a Scrum Master with those that are more strategic and helpful.
• Gather your toolbox as a Scrum Master with experiment ideas, facilitation techniques, and ways to influence,
• Create your action plan for implementation of your new tools
• Hear stories from an industry leader on successes and learnings
• Work alongside other Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches going through similar challenges through stimulating exercises and discussions

Will this help me pass the assessment?

The Professional Scrum Master II is a very challenging assessment with some knowledge questions and a large number of application questions that move beyond just facts about Agile and Scrum. By being fully present in this class and taking the recommended study steps after, you will gain the perspective you will need to be best prepared to pass the assessment.

How will we do this?

• Deep, experiential learning about the theory and principles that the assessment is based on
• Dedicated time throughout class to prepare for the assessment
• Actionable steps for post-class readiness of the assessment
• Curated list of additional preparatory materials
• Free re-attempt if you take and fail the assessment within 14 days of the class (only available for students of the PSM class)
• Support after class for additional guidance and help with difficult scenarios

Through these steps and your deep engagement in class, we are confident you’ll have what you need to pass the assessment and join the elite ranks of Professional Scrum Master II holders!

Who is Mark?

I remember joining my first Scrum team fifteen years ago... While I was skeptical at first, I was quickly convinced of the empowering and energizing approach as I participated in creating and delivering valuable software that delighted our customers. And I haven't turned back - since joining my first Scrum team, I have been a Development Team member, Scrum Master, Product Owner, and coach.

I’ve been licensed to teach Scrum.org courses since 2016, facilitating classes for thousands of students since then. I love to create experiences where people can have “ah-ha!” learning moments and have been honored to craft these moments at companies, regional groups, and conferences across the United States and the world. I have plenty of successes, cuts, and bruises that I draw upon as I'm helping others experience, learn, and improve how they deliver value.

Outside of work, I lead a non-profit, constantly learn, lead worship, cheer on the Bengals, and enjoy time with my wife and two teenage boys.

My blogs || My LinkedIn profile || About Unstuck & Mark

Why should I take a class from Mark?

• Shorter sessions across more days gives your brain space to process
• Engaging, fun exercises designed for you
• I’ve been in your shoes in multiple contexts, so learn from my failures and successes
• I combine principles (why) with practices (what + how)
• I'll bring my 25 years of experience in a breadth of roles:
  • Software Engineer
  • Business Analyst
  • Scrum Master
  • Agile Coach
  • Professional Coach
  • Team Lead
  • Practice Manager
  • National Agile Lead for a Fortune 500 company
  • Executive Director / CEO of an international non-profit

Can Unstuck help after the class?

Yes! We offer more than just a one-time experience in training. Unlock the potential of your teams and organizations with Unstuck! Our agilists provide the expertise and insights you need to help you move past the roadblocks in your way. Reach for new heights and become more agile with Unstuck - get out of a rut and on the path to success.

We have deep experience and a breadth of offerings. We offer a full range of training, coaching, and strategic consulting services.

We meet you where you are. We evaluate where you are on your journey, provide valuable ‘aha’ moments, and help you get unstuck in your agility.

Everything we do, we can teach; everything we teach, we can do. Our mission is to enable your success in developing and delivering valuable products by teaching you to own your agility.

Ways we empower organizations’ agility include:

• Health Check: Doing some things well with Agile and some things not so well? Gain outside perspective on your situation with specific, actionable recommendations through a four-week health check assessment.
• Team Formation or Relaunch: Starting teams off on the right foot has proven to be a key to long-term success. Team Formation is a set of highly interactive sessions that progress from training and workshops toward mentoring and facilitation in order to enable the team to take ownership of enacting new ways of working.
• Agile Foundations Workshop: Teams can be coached and given the tools to succeed, but without support from the larger ecosystem outside of the team, these efforts can fall flat. Through this one-day immersive workshop, leaders and stakeholders will walk away with a healthy understanding of how to engage with Agile teams for value-add work, understand the principles and purpose of agility, and explore how it benefits themselves and the organization.

See you in class!

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and become a certified Professional Scrum Master II. Join our upcoming course by clicking the "Register" button and take the next step toward becoming a powerfully effective Scrum Master.

If you have further questions or want to inquire about private and/or on-site classes, custom courses, coaching, or group discounts, reach out to mark@unstuckagile.com or check out our website www.unstuckagile.com for more information.