Advanced Scrum Practice Exam

Advanced Scrum refers to the expert level of understanding and application of the Scrum framework, to optimize Scrum practices for projects in the company. It focuses on advanced application of the Scrum principles, techniques, involving Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Development Team. It aims for scaling Scrum, manage distributed teams, improve team collaboration, continuous improvement, and managing large-scale projects.

Certification in Advanced Scrum verifies your skills and knowledge of in-depth understanding and practical knowledge of advanced Scrum methodologies. This certification assess you in Agile project management, leadership, and Scrum implementation in large companies.
Why is Advanced Scrum certification important?

• The certification certifies your skills and knowledge in advanced Scrum practices and techniques.
• Enhances your career prospects, especially for senior Scrum roles.
• Increases your opportunities to work on larger, more complex projects or organizations.
• Equips you with tools to scale Scrum in enterprise settings.
• Helps your to improve team collaboration and organizational efficiency.
• Offers you an edge over competitors who only have foundational Scrum certifications.
• Ensures your proficiency in handling challenges in large-scale and distributed teams.

Who should take the Advanced Scrum Exam?

• Scrum Masters
• Agile Coaches
• Product Owners
• Project Managers
• Program Managers
• Agile Consultants
• Development Team Leads
• Portfolio Managers
• Agile Transformation Leaders
• Enterprise Agile Coaches

Skills Evaluated

Candidates taking the certification exam on the Advanced Scrum is evaluated for the following skills:

• Advanced Scrum techniques and strategies.
• Ability to scale Scrum for larger teams and organizations.
• Expertise in handling complex product backlogs and releases.
• Proficiency in managing distributed and cross-functional teams.
• Facilitation of Scrum events and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Handling conflicts and facilitating decision-making in teams.
• Expertise in Agile estimation, planning, and forecasting techniques.
• Leadership and coaching skills to improve team dynamics and collaboration.
• Knowledge of Agile metrics and how to use them for improvement.
• Advanced understanding of Agile frameworks and tools for tracking progress.

Advanced Scrum Certification Course Outline
The course outline for Advanced Scrum certification is as below -

Domain 1. Advanced Scrum Framework

• Scaling Scrum for multiple teams and large projects

• Handling cross-team collaboration and communication

• Managing distributed teams using Scrum

• Advanced Scrum roles and responsibilities

Domain 2. Scrum Master Leadership

• Servant leadership in complex environments

• Coaching and mentoring Scrum teams

• Conflict resolution and facilitating team decision-making

• Building trust and facilitating high-performing teams

Domain 3. Product Backlog Management

• Backlog prioritization

• Manage large product backlogs

• Manage multiple backlogs
  

Domain 4. Agile Metrics and Reporting

• Agile estimation and forecasting
  

• Using metrics
  

• Burndown charts, velocity, and cumulative flow diagrams

Domain 5. Advanced Scrum Events

• Facilitating larger or multiple Scrum ceremonies

• Overcoming challenges in distributed Scrum events

• Conducting impactful Sprint Retrospectives

Domain 6. Scrum in Enterprise and Large Organizations

• Implementing Scrum in large-scale Agile transformations

• Aligning Scrum with organizational goals

• Coordinating Scrum teams across departments or divisions

Domain 7. Change Management and Scrum

• Leading change with Scrum

• Managing organizational resistance to Agile transformation

• Scaling Agile practices across the enterprise

Domain 8. Advanced Product Owner Practices

• Advanced backlog grooming techniques

• Collaborating with stakeholders in large organizations

• Aligning product goals with business value

Domain 9. Continuous Improvement in Scrum

• Identifying opportunities for process improvement

• Driving innovation and creativity within Scrum teams

• Creating a culture of continuous learning and adaptation

Domain 10. Advanced Agile Tools and Technologies

• Tools for Scrum project management (e.g., Jira, Trello, Confluence)

• Automated reporting and tracking

• Advanced Agile frameworks and hybrid methodologies