Course curriculum

    1. Intro

      FREE PREVIEW
    2. What's in the course

      FREE PREVIEW
    3. Join the Student Group

    4. Career Path and Opportunities for Agile Leaders

      FREE PREVIEW
    5. Certifications

    6. Agile Salaries

    7. Career Path Exercise

    8. Creating a Standout CV for a Scrum Master Role

      FREE PREVIEW
    9. Creating a Standout CV for a Scrum Master Role ATS

    10. Structuring Your CV for Maximum Impact: Scrum Master Edition

    11. Scrum Guide revisit

    12. Hard and Soft Skills Section

    13. Project Section of Your Resume

    14. Creating Your CV for Different Levels of Scrum Master Roles

    15. Job Search Strategy for Scrum Master Roles P1

    16. Your Job Search Tracking Sheet

    17. Job Search Strategy - Researching The Company and Their Agile Maturity

    18. Networking for Scrum Master Positions

    19. Reaching Out to Recruiters and Companies Directly

    20. Acing the Scrum Master Interview Process

    21. Acing the Scrum Master Interview Process Continued

    22. Scenario-Based Interview questions

    23. Questions to Ask Interviewers for a Scrum Master Role

    24. Final Preparation and Additional Resources

    1. Introduction to Job Searching

    2. Market Trends

    3. Economic Factors

    4. Economic Factors Continued

    5. Different Types of Networking

    6. Building your Online Network

    7. Searching on Job Boards

    8. Advanced Search Feature

    9. Open to Work on LinkedIn

    10. Avoiding Job Scams

    11. Working with an Executive Recruiter

    12. Researching Potential Employers

    13. The Benefits of Direct Applications

    14. Navigating Company Career Pages

    15. Following Up After Applying

    16. The Different Types of Job Fairs

    17. Preparing for Job Fairs

    1. Resume CV Section Introduction

    2. Common Myths and Errors

    3. The Basics

    4. Finding Supporters To Help You

    5. Diamond Nine Exercise

    6. Work History Document

    7. Your Master Resume/CV

    8. Resume Templates

    9. Understanding ATS

    10. Making your Resume/CV ATS Compliant

    11. Researching the Company

    12. Researching the Company's Financial Health & Leadership

    13. Researching the Company Recap

    14. Writing Your Professional Summary Or Objective

    15. Your Key Achievements

    16. Your Education

    17. Your Work Experience

    18. Your Key Skills

    19. Cover Letter

    20. Your Key Skills On Your Cover Letter

    21. Your Certifications and Portfolios

    22. Presenting Portfolios and Achievements

    23. Networking via LinkedIn

    1. Introduction to Interview Preparation and Skills

    2. What's Expected In An Interview

    3. What Not To Do In An Interview

    4. Pre-Interview Preparation

    5. Review Your Resume Before Your Interview

    6. Gaps in your Resume/CV

    7. Active Listening

    8. How to Set Up a Mock Interview

    9. Making Mock Interview Questions

    10. Phone Interview

    11. Online Interview

    12. Prepare For Assessments

    13. Finding Mock Tests - Exercise

    14. Figuring Out How Much Time To Spend On Each Question

    15. How To Read The Question Fully

    16. Find and Fill In Your Knowledge Gaps

    17. Giving Presentations

    18. Navigating the Panel

    19. STAR for Answering Questions

    20. STAR for Competency Questions

    21. Situational Based Questions

    22. Behavioural vs Hypothetical/Situational vs Competency-based Questions

    23. Case Study-based Questions

    24. Reading Between The Lines

    25. Cultural Fit

    26. Handling Difficult Questions Under Pressure

    27. Interviewing the Employer

    28. Negotiation

    29. Questions for Work-life Balance

    1. Scrum Resources and Agile Communities

    2. Thank you and Good luck!

    3. Test What You Have Learned

    4. Bonus Lecture

About this course

  • $25.00
  • 97 lessons
  • 11 hours of video content

The Complete Guide to Landing Your Next Agile or Scrum Master Role

If you’re pursuing a career in Agile or aiming to step into a Scrum Master, Agile Delivery Manager, or Agile coaching role, this course is your complete toolkit for success.

The Agile Scrum Master Resume, Interview, and Job Search Kit 2025 gives you everything you need to confidently navigate the job market, build a competitive resume, master your job interviews, and connect with recruiters and hiring managers across industries.

Whether you're new to Agile or an experienced Scrum Master looking for your next challenge, this course is designed to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Expert Insights:

Gain valuable perspectives from industry professionals, including recruitment consultants and experienced employers who helped to build this course. Discover what they look for in resumes, how they evaluate candidates, and the subtle details that make a resume truly memorable.

What You’ll Learn

Agile Career Path and Scrum Opportunities

Understand the roles available in Agile environments—from entry-level Scrum Master to Agile Delivery Manager, Agile Coach, or Consultant. 
You'll explore the value of certifications like Professional Scrum Master (PSM) and Certified Scrum Master (CSM), and learn where the job market is growing across industries.

You’ll also gain insights into Agile job demand, average salary ranges, and how companies are evolving their Agile delivery models in today's market.

Building a Standout Agile or Scrum Master Resume

Learn how to create a powerful resume tailored for Scrum Master and Agile roles. This module covers:

  • How recruiters evaluate Agile resumes

  • How to optimise your resume for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

  • Writing compelling summaries for entry-level, mid-level, and senior Scrum Master roles

  • Highlighting experience with Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and Agile tools like Jira and Confluence

  • Presenting certifications such as PSM and CSM for maximum impact

You’ll get guidance on structuring your resume to reflect your Agile delivery experience, from facilitating daily stand-ups to leading complex Agile transformations.

Job Search Strategies for Agile Roles

A strong resume is just the beginning. This module gives you a step-by-step job search plan tailored for Agile and Scrum roles:

  • How to set realistic job application goals

  • How to identify companies with Agile maturity and values that align with yours

  • How to read Scrum Master and Agile Delivery Manager job descriptions and extract key expectations

  • How to build your online presence and optimise your LinkedIn profile to attract Agile recruiters

  • Techniques for networking, direct outreach, and speculative applications to improve your chances

You’ll also learn how to approach Agile recruiters and hiring managers with confidence and professionalism.

Mastering the Scrum Master Job Interview

Interviews for Agile roles can be demanding. This module helps you prepare for every type of question and format:

  • Common Scrum Master interview questions and how to answer them using the STAR method

  • Behavioural questions related to Agile team facilitation, conflict resolution, and servant leadership

  • Technical Agile questions on managing backlog items, velocity, and sprint reviews

  • Understanding Agile principles and how to demonstrate alignment with Agile values

  • Handling panel interviews, scenario-based interviews, and remote interviews with confidence

  • Asking insightful questions to assess the company’s Agile maturity, team dynamics, and expectations

Whether it’s your first Agile job interview or your fifth, you’ll learn how to stand out and leave a lasting impression.

Preparation and Resources

Bring everything together with a complete Scrum Master job search recap. Learn how to avoid common mistakes, track your progress, and make the most of your Agile job search.

You’ll also discover valuable Agile resources, including:

  • Recommended Scrum and Agile communities

  • Suggested reading and blogs on Agile leadership and delivery

  • Ideas for continuous learning beyond PSM and CSM, including advanced Agile certifications

This final module ensures that you not only land the job—but continue to grow and succeed in your Agile career.

What You’ll Walk Away With

  • A polished, recruiter-ready resume tailored for Scrum Master, Agile Coach, and Agile Delivery Manager roles

  • A strategic job search plan focused on Agile opportunities

  • LinkedIn optimisation tips and a profile designed to attract Agile hiring professionals

  • Strong answers to common job interview questions in Agile and Scrum environments

  • Confidence in networking, cold outreach, and building your professional Agile network

  • Long-term tools and knowledge to manage your career growth beyond 2025

About the Instructor

This course is taught by Michael James, founder of Learn Management Online and a career coach with deep experience in Agile, Scrum, and digital transformation. Michael has helped thousands of professionals transition into Scrum Master and Agile leadership roles through his e-learning courses.

Start Your Agile Job Search the Right Way

Whether you're targeting your first job after earning your Professional Scrum Master (PSM) or Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification—or preparing to step into senior Agile leadership—this course will equip you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to succeed.

Enroll now and start your journey to career success!

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