1. Name
· SCRUMstudy Agile Master Certified (SAMC™)
2. What you will learn
· Concepts and practices of various Agile Project Delivery methods.
· The ability to compare and choose methodologies (or parts of them) relevant to specific situations.
· Knowledge of Agile values, methods, and intricacies.
· Adaptive planning and iterative development strategies.
3. Audience Profile
· Anyone interested in becoming familiar with Agile Project Delivery concepts or seeking a working knowledge of various Agile methodologies.
4. Prerequisites
· Formal: None.
· Recommended: SDC™ or SMC™ certification (makes understanding concepts easier) or attending a 3-day SAMC™ classroom training.
5. Exam Format
· Type: Multiple Choice (Proctored online).
· Questions: 100.
· Duration: 180 minutes.
· Scoring: 1 mark per right answer; no negative marks.
· Pass Rate: Current rate is 93%.
6. Course Outcomes
· Familiarity with Agile project delivery practices.
· Detailed understanding of available Agile methodologies.
· Ability to select the best methodology for current/future projects.
· Equipped with tools to lead Agile projects and resolve organizational issues.
· Preparedness to pass the SAMC™ exam.
7. Course Methodology
· High Engagement: Focus on high retention of theories.
· Active Learning: Students work through concepts rather than just listening.
· Simulation: Use of case studies to simulate product development using the Scrum Framework.
· Materials: High-quality videos, study guides, chapter tests, role-plays, and a copy of the SBOK® Guide.
8. Course Outline
1. Introduction & Agile Overview (Manifesto, Waterfall vs. Agile)
2. Domains of Agile Practices (Value-Driven Delivery, Adaptive Planning, etc.)
3. Lean Kanban Software Development
4. Scrum (Overview, History, Scalability, Scrumban)
5. Extreme Programming (XP)
6. Test-Driven Development (TDD)
7. DSDM, Crystal, and Feature Driven Development (FDD)
8. Comparison of Agile Methods & Best Fit Analysis Tool
9. About Institution
· SCRUMstudy™ is the global accreditation body for Scrum and Agile certifications. They authored the SBOK® Guide (Scrum Body of Knowledge) and operate through a large global network of Authorized Training Providers (A.T.P.s)
