Trainer Introduction: Raju K

Raju K brings more than 27 years of IT industry experience, including 16+ years working with Agile frameworks and methods. His experience spans Agile transformations at the team, program, business unit, and enterprise levels, including work with Fortune 500 organizations.

Throughout his Agile career, Raju K has coached, mentored, and trained Product Managers, Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Program and Project Managers, Developers, and other professionals in Agile ways of working.

Over the last decade alone, he has trained 2,500+ professionals globally. His training experience extends across the United States, Europe, Middle East, and India.

A strong believer in the philosophy that "Learning is a Two-Way Street," Raju K creates a highly interactive learning environment where participants' experiences and questions become an important part of the learning process.

His training style combines practical examples, simple and memorable metaphors, real-world experiences, interactive discussions, and a touch of humor to make complex concepts easier to understand and remember.

His objective extends beyond helping participants prepare for certification. He aims to equip learners with practical knowledge and confidence that they can continue to apply throughout their Agile journey.

Our Learning Philosophy

"Learning Is a Two-Way Street."

At Xebia, we believe meaningful learning happens through curiosity, experimentation, shared experiences, and open conversations.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own questions, experiences, and workplace challenges into the classroom. Combined with the trainer's practical experience, this creates an environment where participants can explore not only what Scrum is, but also how to apply it effectively.

Our goal is not simply to help you work toward your CSM® certification. It is to help you build the confidence, practical understanding, and skills to make a meaningful difference in your teams.

Your certification is a milestone. Your Agile journey is the real destination.

Join Xebia's Certified ScrumMaster® training and turn Scrum knowledge into practical impact.

1. Scrum Foundations

• Agile thinking and the purpose of Scrum
• Scrum theory and empiricism
• Transparency, inspection, and adaptation
• Understanding the Scrum framework and its application

2. Scrum Team & Accountabilities

• Scrum Master
• Product Owner
• Developers
• Self-management and cross-functional teamwork
• Understanding how the Scrum Master serves the Scrum Team and organization

3. Scrum Events

• The Sprint
• Sprint Planning
• Daily Scrum
• Sprint Review
• Sprint Retrospective
• Purpose and effectiveness of Scrum events

4. Scrum Artifacts & Commitments

• Product Backlog and Product Goal
• Sprint Backlog and Sprint Goal
• Increment and Definition of Done
• Using artifacts and commitments to create transparency and focus

5. Scrum Master in Practice

• Servant leadership
• Facilitation and coaching
• Identifying and addressing impediments
• Asking effective questions
• Supporting collaboration and continuous improvement
• Helping teams understand and apply Scrum effectively

6. Experience Scrum

• Interactive team activities
• Scrum-based simulations
• Applying accountabilities, events, and artifacts
• Inspection and adaptation exercises
• Facilitated reflection and group discussions

7. Real-World Scrum Scenarios

• Common challenges experienced by Scrum Teams
• Facilitating meaningful conversations
• Navigating Scrum Master challenges
• Applying Scrum principles in different organizational environments
• Learning through practical examples and shared experiences

8. Applying Your Learning

• Reflecting on key learning
• Connecting Scrum theory with workplace situations
• Identifying opportunities to apply Scrum within your team
• Interactive Q&A and facilitated discussions

9. CSM® Certification Preparation

• Review of key learning areas
• Preparation for the CSM® assessment
• Understanding certification requirements and next steps

Who Should Attend?

This Certified ScrumMaster® course is suitable for professionals interested in strengthening their knowledge of Scrum and learning how to apply it effectively in their work, including:

• Aspiring and practicing Scrum Masters
• Project and Program Managers
• Product Owners and Product Managers
• Developers and other members of Scrum Teams
• Business Analysts
• Agile practitioners and coaches
• Team Leads and Managers
• Professionals transitioning from traditional delivery approaches to Agile and Scrum ways of working
• Anyone seeking a practical understanding of the Scrum framework and Scrum Master accountability

No prior Scrum Master experience is necessary for professionals beginning their Scrum learning journey.