Scrum Master & Product Owner "Compact" (Scrum.org)

In the dynamic world of software development and project management, Scrum has established itself as one of the most effective agile methods. A central role in this is played by the Scrum Master and the Scrum Product Owner, two key positions that each have different but complementary roles and responsibilities. Training and certification in both roles ensures that you grasp the full scope of the Scrum framework and can apply it effectively.

The main objective of this combined training is to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of both roles:

Scrum Master: You learn how to help teams organize themselves and make the best use of Scrum principles. A Scrum Master acts as a coach, removes obstacles that hinder the team in its work and ensures that the Scrum methods are applied correctly and consistently.

Scrum Product Owner: As the link between customers, stakeholders and the development team, the Product Owner's responsibility is to define and prioritize product requirements. You will learn how to create and manage a clear and achievable product backlog and how to ensure that the team is always working on the most valuable features.

A compact course that integrates both roles offers several advantages:

• Holistic view: The parallel training in both roles enables the participants to gain a holistic view of the Scrum process. They understand both the micro and macro aspects of the framework.

• Efficiency: Instead of taking two separate courses, the combined approach optimizes learning time and enables participants to grasp connections and synergies between the two roles more quickly.

• Cost savings: Compared to attending two individual training courses, a compact course can often save costs.

• Foster collaboration: With knowledge in both roles, you are better prepared to foster and optimize collaboration between Scrum Master and Product Owner.

Upon completion of the course, you will be well prepared to take the Scrum Master & Scrum Product Owner certification exams. With these certifications you underline your expertise and show that you are able to lead and support Scrum projects efficiently and effectively.

In a world where agility and adaptability are critical, the combined Scrum Master & Scrum Product Owner training and certification offers the perfect way to position yourself as a competent and versatile Scrum expert.

The combined Scrum Master & Scrum Product Owner training is designed for those who want to gain deep insights into the core roles of the Scrum framework and develop a comprehensive understanding of the entire Scrum process. It addresses a wide range of professionals and interested parties, including:

• Agile teams: Members of development teams that are already using Scrum or plan to implement it. This includes developers as well as quality analysts, designers, and other roles in an agile project team.

• Project Managers: Professionals who have used traditional project management methods and want to learn about the agility and flexibility of Scrum and integrate it into their projects.

• Product managers and business analysts: This group benefits especially from the product owner part of the training, as they often take on the role of mediator between customers, stakeholders and development teams.

• Leaders: Man agers and team leaders who want to introduce Scrum best practices into their departments or organizations.

• Consultants & Coaches: Professionals who want to guide and advise teams and companies in the transition to agile practices.

• Newcomers to the IT and Agile world: individuals who want to learn the basics of Scrum and build a solid foundation for their careers in Agile teams and organizations.

• Stakeholders: Individuals from business units who interact with Scrum teams and would benefit from a deeper understanding of operations and expectations.

The combined training provides participants not only with a theoretical foundation, but also with practical insights into how Scrum Master and Product Owner can work together effectively to deliver the greatest possible value to the business and the customer. It is ideal for those who want to take a leading or supporting role in Scrum projects in their organization.

You do not need any previous knowledge to participate in the Scrum compact training. Practical knowledge and experience in working with Scrum will facilitate the learning objective.
To prepare for the training, we strongly recommend reading through the official Scrum Guide.