Course description
Mastering Effective Teamwork with SCRUM is a two-day course that covers the principles and empirical process theory underpinning the Scrum Framework and the role of the Scrum Master in it. This course is a combination of instruction and team-based exercises, and it teaches what is at the heart of the Scrum and Agile movement.
The course includes advanced thinking for servant-leadership and behavioural shifts. The course also covers all the topics related to Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) and includes practice exams.
This Scrum Master course will cover the following areas:
– Scrum Theory and Principles
– The Scrum Framework
– The Definition of Done
– Running a Scrum Project
– Working with People and Teams
– Scrum in your Organisation
– The Role of the Scrum Master
The course will include a Professional Scrum Master (PSM I) sample exam with work through and discussions on responses.
This course is offered on a regular basis at the Institute of Public Administration. The next scheduled course is 1-2 November 2018.
Further Education and PLCs (Post Leaving Cert Courses) have become a popular alternative to the CAO system here in Ireland. PLC Courses are validated by QQI (Quality & Qualifications Ireland) at levels 5 & 6 of the NFQ and offer a valid and valuable route into the workforce whilst also offering the option to continue with further study or proceed on to third level. 
Continuous Professional Development (CPD) helps to keep skills and knowledge up to date and ensures the standard of registrations and qualifications are maintained. CPD courses can also enhance career opportunities helping skilled workers to build credibility and confidence by continuing to achieve educationally..