Disciplined Agile® Senior Scrum Master (DASSM) Training

Course Syllabus:

Module 1: Team Development for High Performance Teams

• Describe the Tuckman Team Development Model
• Determine Team Development at Each Stage of the Tuckman Team Model
• Solve Problems at Different Stages

Module 2: Emotional Intelligence for High Performance Teams

• Define Emotional Intelligence
• Explain Each Component of Emotional Intelligence
• Identify why one should Create Psychological Safety

Module 3: Tactical Scaling in Complex Situations

• Explain the Significance of Agility in an Organisation
• Determine how to Scale Agility

Module 4: Removing Impediments 22%

• Describe the Disciplined DevOps layer
• Use the DA Toolkit to Solve Challenges in the DevOps Layer
• Optimise the Delivery with the “test-first” Method
• Determine the Criteria for what “Done” might look like
• Describe the Value Stream Layer in the Scope of DA Diagram
• Use the DA Toolkit to Solve Challenges in the Value Stream Layer

Module 5: Coordinating and Collaborating Across Teams

• Explain the Coordinate Activities Process Goal
• Identify how to Improve the Value Creation Structure of Teams
• Use the DA Tool Kit to Optimise the Flow of Work and Solve Challenges

Module 6: Conflict Management for High Performance Teams

• List Examples of when Conflict can be Healthy
• Explain the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Resolution Model
• Demonstrate a Healthy and Unhealthy Language to Solve a Conflict

Module 7: Pragmatic Planning and Reporting

• Describe the Concept of Sufficient Planning
• Define the Five Levels of Scope including who focuses on each
• Determine a Planning Problem
• Explain how Organisations and Teams Approach Metrics
• Explain what Types of Measurement Work or do not Work
• Select and Design Metrics for Measuring Team Performance
• Demonstrate a Measurement Problem using the Govern Delivery Team Goal
• Detail the Five Levels of Scope and their Respective Focuses

Who Should Attend this Disciplined Agile® Senior Scrum Master Training?

The Disciplined Agile® Senior Scrum Master Training is ideal for experienced Agile practitioners looking to deepen their knowledge and advance their careers. This training is best suited for:

• Agile Coaches
• Experienced Scrum Masters
• Project Managers
• Product Owners
• Development Managers
• IT Team Leaders
• Change Managers

Prerequisites for Disciplined Agile® Senior Scrum Master Training

Participants should have prior experience as Scrum Masters or Agile Coaches and a foundational understanding of Agile methodologies. This background is essential for engaging with the advanced practices covered in the course.
 

Disciplined Agile® Senior Scrum Master (DASSM) Training Course Overview

The Disciplined Agile® Senior Scrum Master (DASSM) is an advanced training program designed to enhance agile coaching and leadership skills. Its importance lies in equipping leaders with the ability to implement Agile and Lean practices effectively across various organisational contexts. For organisations, this training promotes improved project management and process optimisation, leading to enhanced efficiency and productivity. Individuals benefit by gaining advanced skills in team management, conflict resolution, and strategic planning, boosting their performance and leadership capabilities. Additionally, delegates will find significant career benefits, as certification in this course positions them as prime candidates for senior roles in Agile project management and team leadership.

In this 2-day Disciplined Agile® Senior Scrum Master (DASSM) course, delegates will delve into various essential frameworks and tools to build and lead high-performance teams effectively. Participants will explore the Tuckman Team Development Model, understand the critical elements of emotional intelligence, and apply the Disciplined Agile toolkit to real-world challenges. The course will also cover tactical scaling in complex environments, the nuances of conflict management, and the importance of pragmatic planning and metrics in achieving organisational goals.

Course objectives:

• To explore team development stages and resolution strategies
• To grasp emotional intelligence components for team leadership
• To implement tactical scaling strategies within organisations
• To utilise the DA toolkit for optimising team and process efficiency
• To manage conflicts using the Thomas-Kilmann model effectively
• To design and apply metrics for continuous performance improvement

After attending this training, delegates will be equipped to lead agile teams with enhanced competence and confidence. They will be able to apply emotional intelligence to foster a psychologically safe and diverse workplace, scale agile practices across complex projects, and effectively remove impediments to streamline processes.

• Delegate pack consisting of course notes and exercises
• Experienced Instructor