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Comprehensive Guide to Agile Scrum Foundations

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Intermediate level

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2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand Scrum principles, values, and their real-world applications

  • Master Scrum roles, ceremonies, and artifacts to improve team efficiency

  • Utilize tools like Jira, Trello, and Microsoft Teams for Agile project management

  • Apply Scrum in IT and non-IT industries with hands-on case studies

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There are 15 modules in this course

Updated in May 2025.

This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Master the core principles of Agile Scrum with this comprehensive course designed to provide a deep understanding of Scrum methodologies, roles, and best practices. You’ll learn how Scrum fosters collaboration, accelerates delivery, and enhances project management efficiency. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the skills to implement Scrum in real-world scenarios, improving team productivity and project outcomes. This course takes you on a structured journey through Scrum, beginning with its fundamentals, origins, and key differences from traditional project management methods like Waterfall. You’ll explore Scrum culture, values, and pillars that make it a powerful framework. Moving forward, you’ll dive into Scrum roles—Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Developers—understanding their responsibilities and impact. Next, you’ll get hands-on experience in managing projects with Scrum, including planning, documentation, risk management, and delivery. The course also covers essential Scrum artifacts such as user stories, backlogs, and burndown charts. You’ll work with industry-standard tools like Jira, Microsoft Teams, Planner, Trello, and even leverage AI-powered ChatGPT for Scrum optimization. Ideal for project managers, developers, business analysts, and professionals transitioning into Agile roles, this course requires no prior experience in Scrum. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your Agile expertise, this course provides practical knowledge, real-world examples, and case studies to help you confidently apply Scrum principles in various industries.

In this module, we will introduce you to the foundational concepts of Scrum, compare Scrum with traditional Waterfall project management, and explore the historical development of Scrum. You'll gain insights into the value Scrum brings to modern project management.

What's included

4 videos

4 videosTotal 45 minutes
  • Introduction to Scrum | Scrum Fundamentals and an Initial Overview of Scrum10 minutes
  • Welcome to the Scrum Course1 minute
  • Scrum Versus Waterfall: The Key Differences Between Scrum and Others and Scrum Value18 minutes
  • Scrum Origins | History of Scrum, the Foundation of Scrum, and Where Scrum Sits17 minutes

In this module, we will delve into the pillars, values, and principles that form the culture of Scrum. You'll also explore how Scrum’s strengths contribute to its success and how these elements can be used to improve your Scrum practice.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

4 videosTotal 37 minutes
  • Secret # 1 of Scrum1 minute
  • Scrum Pillars and Scrum Principles: The Solid Foundation of Scrum as a Culture17 minutes
  • Scrum Values and Scrum Resources: The Essence of Scrum as a Culture15 minutes
  • Scrum Aspects and Scrum Strengths4 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • The Scrum Culture - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will cover the application of Scrum in managing projects, including how it can be combined with other methodologies. You will also learn about managing quality, change, and risk within Scrum, as well as the practical applications of Scrum in real-life projects.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

4 videosTotal 19 minutes
  • Secret # 2 of Scrum1 minute
  • Quality in Scrum and Change in Scrum | How to Manage This in Scrum8 minutes
  • Risk in Scrum | Managing Risk in Your Projects with Scrum3 minutes
  • What Is Scrum For? | The Real-World, Real-Life Applications of Scrum6 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Managing Projects with Scrum | The World of Agile Scrum Project Management - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explore the structure of the Scrum team, focusing on the roles and responsibilities of the Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Developers. Additionally, you'll discover how Scrum retrospectives enhance team performance.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

5 videosTotal 13 minutes
  • Secret # 3 of Scrum2 minutes
  • Scrum Team1 minute
  • Developers0 minutes
  • The Product Owner5 minutes
  • The Scrum Master3 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Scrum Team - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will cover how to effectively plan, document, and estimate tasks in Scrum, ensuring clear goals and outcomes. You will also learn about prioritization, delivery, and the approach to continuous improvement in Scrum.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

3 videosTotal 18 minutes
  • Secret # 4 of Scrum2 minutes
  • Planning, Documenting, and Estimating in Scrum7 minutes
  • Delivering and Improving in Scrum10 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Running Projects with Scrum - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will dive into Scrum artifacts like user stories and backlogs, demonstrating how they facilitate effective project tracking. We’ll also examine real-world examples to illustrate the application of Scrum outside the IT industry.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

8 videosTotal 56 minutes
  • Secret # 5 of Scrum2 minutes
  • User Stories in Scrum and the Scrum Kanban Board10 minutes
  • Scrum Kanban Board Example in Trello20 minutes
  • A Real-Life Example of an Agile Kanban Board6 minutes
  • Velocity and the Burndown Chart6 minutes
  • The Product Backlog and the Sprint Backlog4 minutes
  • A Real-World Example of a Non-IT Agile Project - Part 12 minutes
  • A Real-World Example of a Non-IT Agile Project - Part 25 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Scrum Artifacts - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explore the concept of the Increment and the Definition of Done, essential in determining project completion. You will also learn how the MVP influences Scrum teams’ progress and success.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

2 videosTotal 8 minutes
  • Increment and the Definition of Done in Scrum3 minutes
  • The MVP and Things That Help Scrum Teams Succeed6 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Other Scrum Concepts - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will address frequently asked questions about Scrum, clarifying common misconceptions and exploring the differences between Agile and Scrum.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

2 videosTotal 4 minutes
  • Scrum FAQs - The Acronym2 minutes
  • Scrum FAQs - Agile Versus Scrum2 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Scrum FAQs - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explore the events that structure the Scrum process, highlighting their significance in maintaining project momentum. You'll also look at real-world case studies that illustrate Scrum in action.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

5 videosTotal 64 minutes
  • Scrum Events1 minute
  • The Daily Scrum and the Sprint7 minutes
  • Sprint Review Meeting and Retrospectives in Scrum3 minutes
  • Another Real-World Example of Scrum in Action15 minutes
  • Case Study - Agile in HealthCare and Supply Chain | Agile Interview with Joe D38 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Scrum Events - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce Jira as a Scrum toolkit, demonstrating its features and showing how to set up Scrum boards, manage backlogs, and utilize reports to streamline Scrum project management.

What's included

9 videos1 assignment

9 videosTotal 132 minutes
  • [NEW] Note about Jira for Scrum3 minutes
  • Introduction to Jira from Atlassian; Agile Project Management Tool12 minutes
  • Initial Jira Tour26 minutes
  • Components in Jira Part 16 minutes
  • [NEW] Components in Jira Part 23 minutes
  • Scrum Boards in Jira44 minutes
  • Reports in Jira and the Burndown Chart10 minutes
  • The Product Backlog in Jira, Also Known as the Backlog or the Jira Backlog16 minutes
  • Roadmapping in Jira12 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Scrum Toolkit: Jira - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explore how Microsoft Teams supports Scrum team communication and collaboration. You'll learn how to create and manage teams and channels to enhance the Scrum process.

What's included

12 videos1 assignment

12 videosTotal 131 minutes
  • Note About Teams for Scrum2 minutes
  • Introduction to Microsoft Teams6 minutes
  • What Is Teams?6 minutes
  • Free Microsoft Teams Resources and the Microsoft Teams App Part 14 minutes
  • Free Microsoft Teams Resources and the Microsoft Teams App Part 23 minutes
  • Teams Demo from Microsoft16 minutes
  • Initial Tour of Microsoft Teams12 minutes
  • Create and Manage Teams in Microsoft Teams20 minutes
  • Create and Manage Channels in Microsoft Teams12 minutes
  • Chatting in Microsoft Teams8 minutes
  • Everything Else You Should Know About Teams10 minutes
  • A Real-World Video Conference Call in Microsoft Teams30 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Scrum Toolkit: Microsoft Teams - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce Microsoft Planner and demonstrate its application in Scrum project management. You will learn how to set up tasks, plan effectively, and use Planner as a Kanban board.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment

7 videosTotal 80 minutes
  • Introduction to Microsoft Planner4 minutes
  • Why Use Microsoft Planner?7 minutes
  • The Official Planner Website6 minutes
  • Initial Tour of Microsoft Planner24 minutes
  • How to Access and Use Support Documentation for Microsoft Planner7 minutes
  • Providing Feedback on Microsoft Planner3 minutes
  • A Real-World Example of an Agile Kanban Board in Microsoft Planner28 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • Scrum Toolkit: Microsoft Planner - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will cover how to use Trello for Scrum management, including setting up boards, managing cards, and applying it to real-world projects through case studies.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

8 videosTotal 101 minutes
  • [NEW] Introduction to Trello10 minutes
  • [NEW] Initial Trello Tour7 minutes
  • [NEW] Setting Up a Trello Board16 minutes
  • [NEW] Using Cards in Trello Part 118 minutes
  • [NEW] Using Cards in Trello Part 220 minutes
  • [NEW] Using Cards in Trello Part 315 minutes
  • [NEW] Case Study: A Neobank Using Trello for Their Roadmap9 minutes
  • [NEW] Real World Example of an Agile Kanban Board in Trello6 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • [NEW] Scrum Toolkit: Trello - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will demonstrate how ChatGPT can enhance Scrum team productivity, providing practical examples of how it can be used for tasks like writing emails, generating summaries, and preparing for interviews.

What's included

10 videos1 assignment

10 videosTotal 109 minutes
  • [NEW] Introduction to ChatGPT6 minutes
  • [NEW] Getting Started with ChatGPT3 minutes
  • [NEW] Initial Tour of ChatGPT5 minutes
  • ChatGPT Versus ChatGPT Plus and Why ChatGPT Is Superior and the Recommended Choice22 minutes
  • [NEW] ChatGPT Prompts Part 115 minutes
  • [NEW] ChatGPT Prompts Part 26 minutes
  • [NEW] Using ChatGPT to Generate Book Summaries6 minutes
  • [NEW] Using ChatGPT to Write an Email Requesting Annual Leave8 minutes
  • [NEW] Using ChatGPT to Create a Podcast Name and Description12 minutes
  • [NEW] Using ChatGPT to Prepare for a Project Manager Interview27 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes
  • [NEW] ChatGPT: Scrum Teams Use This for Optimization and Productivity - Assessment15 minutes

In this section, immerse yourself in the practical application of Scrum principles, gaining insights into real-world scenarios and best practices.

What's included

4 videos3 assignments

4 videosTotal 53 minutes
  • Why Companies Love Scrum and Job Opportunities5 minutes
  • Jobs and Roles7 minutes
  • Salaries37 minutes
  • The Scrum Process and Scrum Recap4 minutes
3 assignmentsTotal 90 minutes
  • Full Course Practice Assessment15 minutes
  • Scrum in Practice - Assessment15 minutes
  • Full Course Assessment60 minutes

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