16 Topics
10 Days
Programme Overview
Training Description
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for;
1. Senior Scrum Masters
2. Agile coaches
3. Release train engineers
4. Program managers
5. Team leads
6. Value stream managers
7. Experienced agile practitioners
8. Professionals seeking to scale agile
9. Leaders interested in agile transformation
Session Objectives
- Learn to lead and coordinate multiple agile teams
- Understand advanced agile delivery and value stream management
- Master the art of agile governance and metrics at scale.
- Develop skills to mentor and coach other Scrum Masters.
- Identify and overcome systemic, organizational impediments.
- Work effectively with executive sponsors and product owners.
- Prepare for and pass the DASSM certification assessment.
- Cultivate a mindset of continuous improvement and enterprise agility.
About the Course
For experienced agile professionals ready to expand their impact beyond a single team, the Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master (DASSM) certification is the next logical step. This program is designed for seasoned practitioners who are tasked with scaling agile practices across the enterprise. Unlike foundational certifications, the DASSM focuses on the complexities of working with multiple teams, navigating organizational impediments, and mentoring other agile leaders. This training will elevate your role from a team facilitator to a true change agent within your organization.
This intensive 10-day training course provides you with the skills to lead and optimize large-scale agile initiatives. You will learn how to effectively coordinate with other teams, work with executive leadership, and foster a culture of enterprise agility. Through advanced case studies and practical exercises, you will master the art of disciplined agile delivery, governance, and value stream management. By the end of this course, you will be prepared not only to pass the DASSM exam but also to confidently drive significant, positive change across your entire organization
Curriculum & Topics
16 Topics | 10 Days
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Subtopic 1.1:
The evolution from Scrum Master to Senior Scrum Master.
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Subtopic 1.2:
DASSM's expanded scope beyond a single team.
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Subtopic 1.3:
The role of the DASSM in a large enterprise.
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Subtopic 1.4:
Leading and mentoring junior Scrum Masters.
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Subtopic 1.5:
The importance of a strategic, rather than tactical, mindset.
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Subtopic 2.1:
Deeper look into the Disciplined Agile delivery lifecycle.
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Subtopic 2.2:
Optimizing delivery from end-to-end.
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Subtopic 2.3:
The importance of continuous value delivery.
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Subtopic 2.4:
How to balance velocity with quality.
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Subtopic 2.5:
Techniques for improving product lead time.
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Subtopic 3.1:
Understanding the concept of a value stream.
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Subtopic 3.2:
Mapping and optimizing your organization's value streams.
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Subtopic 3.3:
The role of the DASSM in a scaled environment.
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Subtopic 3.4:
Identifying and reducing waste in the value stream.
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Subtopic 3.5:
The Disciplined Agile value stream management approach.
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Subtopic 4.1:
Effective coordination techniques for multi-team environments.
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Subtopic 4.2:
The importance of shared vision and alignment.
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Subtopic 4.3:
Facilitating multi-team events.
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Subtopic 4.4:
How to manage dependencies between teams.
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Subtopic 4.5:
Dealing with inter-team conflict and disagreements.
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Subtopic 5.1:
A structured approach to mentoring other Scrum Masters.
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Subtopic 5.2:
How to help others grow in their agile careers.
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Subtopic 5.3:
Providing constructive feedback and guidance.
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Subtopic 5.4:
Building a community of practice for Scrum Masters.
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Subtopic 5.5:
Creating a shared understanding of agile principles.
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Subtopic 6.1:
The DASSM's role in agile governance.
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Subtopic 6.2:
Balancing control with empowerment.
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Subtopic 6.3:
How to report on progress to executive stakeholders.
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Subtopic 6.4:
The importance of transparency and alignment.
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Subtopic 6.5:
Working with external auditors and compliance teams.
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Subtopic 7.1:
Moving beyond team-level metrics to program metrics.
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Subtopic 7.2:
Measuring the health of a value stream.
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Subtopic 7.3:
Using metrics to tell a compelling story.
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Subtopic 7.4:
The importance of flow and outcome-based metrics.
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Subtopic 7.5:
Using data to drive continuous improvement.
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Subtopic 8.1:
The DASSM's role in supporting product management.
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Subtopic 8.2:
Collaborating on product roadmaps and strategy.
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Subtopic 8.3:
Aligning product vision with team execution.
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Subtopic 8.4:
The importance of a shared understanding of the product.
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Subtopic 8.5:
How to manage a large product backlog.
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Subtopic 9.1:
Identifying systemic barriers to agility.
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Subtopic 9.2:
The art of influencing without direct authority.
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Subtopic 9.3:
Creating a compelling business case for change.
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Subtopic 9.4:
Working with human resources, finance, and other departments.
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Subtopic 9.5:
Leading change initiatives from the bottom-up and top-down.
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Subtopic 10.1:
The role of the DASSM in a "team of teams" model.
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Subtopic 10.2:
Facilitating cross-team collaboration and communication.
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Subtopic 10.3:
The importance of building trust and rapport.
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Subtopic 10.4:
How to create a shared identity across teams.
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Subtopic 10.5:
Navigating complex organizational structures.
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Subtopic 11.1:
Advanced techniques for stakeholder management.
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Subtopic 11.2:
Gaining buy-in from key stakeholders and executives.
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Subtopic 11.3:
The DASSM's role in managing expectations.
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Subtopic 11.4:
Communicating the value of agile to non-agile leaders.
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Subtopic 11.5:
Building a powerful network of allies.
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Subtopic 12.1:
A deeper look into various scaling frameworks.
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Subtopic 12.2:
The Disciplined Agile approach to scaling.
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Subtopic 12.3:
Integrating different teams and their chosen lifecycles.
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Subtopic 12.4:
The importance of shared tools and infrastructure.
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Subtopic 12.5:
The DASSM's role in technical excellence.
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Subtopic 13.1:
Facilitating large-scale planning sessions.
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Subtopic 13.2:
Running effective retrospectives with multiple teams.
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Subtopic 13.3:
The art of a high-impact agile workshop.
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Subtopic 13.4:
Using visual collaboration tools effectively.
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Subtopic 13.5:
Creating an engaging and productive environment.
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Subtopic 14.1:
A comprehensive review of the DASSM exam topics.
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Subtopic 14.2:
Strategies for passing the DASSM exam.
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Subtopic 14.3:
Practice questions and simulated exam scenarios.
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Subtopic 14.4:
Deconstructing complex exam questions.
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Subtopic 14.5:
Key takeaways and final review.
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Subtopic 15.1:
Creating a personal development plan as a senior agile leader.
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Subtopic 15.2:
The importance of continuous learning and growth.
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Subtopic 15.3:
Exploring advanced topics in agile leadership.
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Subtopic 15.4:
The value of a professional network and mentorship.
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Subtopic 15.5:
How to build a successful career as a DASSM.
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Subtopic 16.1:
Emerging trends in agile methodologies.
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Subtopic 16.2:
The impact of AI and automation on agile teams.
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Subtopic 16.3:
The role of the DASSM in a rapidly changing world.
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Subtopic 16.4:
Agile beyond software development.
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Subtopic 16.5:
The importance of a pragmatic and adaptive mindset.
