Scrum: Understand Core Project Roles is a beginner-level course for anyone looking to thrive in an Agile environment. In today’s fast-paced workplace, project success hinges on clear roles, shared responsibilities, and seamless collaboration. This course demystifies the three core roles of the Scrum framework—the Product Owner, the Scrum Master, and the Development Team—moving beyond technical terms to provide practical, clear definitions of what each role does and how they contribute to a project’s success. You will explore real-world case studies from companies like Spotify and Netflix, engage in hands-on learning, and analyze how these distinct roles interact to deliver value efficiently. Whether you are part of a Scrum team or collaborate with one, this course will equip you with the foundational knowledge to navigate Agile projects confidently, ensuring everyone understands who does what, why it matters, and how to work together to achieve outstanding results.

Scrum: Understand Core Project Roles

Scrum: Understand Core Project Roles
This course is part of Agile Project Coordination Specialization

Instructor: LearningMate
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Learn how Scrum roles—Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Development Team—collaborate for efficient product delivery in a Scrum environment.
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