Scrum and Kanban Practice Exam

Scrum and Kanban Practice Exam

Scrum and Kanban are two popular methods used to manage projects and teamwork more effectively. Scrum is based on working in short, fixed time periods called “sprints” where teams plan, build, and review progress. It focuses on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. Kanban, on the other hand, uses a visual board with cards and columns to show work in progress, making it easier to manage tasks and avoid overload.

Both approaches help teams stay organized, deliver faster, and adapt to changes quickly. Scrum is more structured with defined roles and steps, while Kanban is flexible and visual, allowing tasks to flow smoothly. Together, they provide practical ways for teams to boost productivity and deliver results efficiently.

Who should take the Exam?

This exam is ideal for:

• Project Managers
• Scrum Masters
• Product Owners
• Agile Coaches
• Business Analysts
• Software Developers
• QA/Test Engineers
• IT Service Managers
• Team Leaders & Supervisors
• Students or Professionals entering Agile roles

Skills Required

• Basic understanding of project management
• Communication and collaboration skills
• Problem-solving mindset
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Analytical thinking
• Interest in Agile and Lean practices

Knowledge Gained

• Fundamentals of Scrum framework
• Understanding Kanban principles and boards
• Planning and executing Agile projects
• Managing work with sprints and flow
• Identifying bottlenecks in processes
• Improving productivity and team collaboration

Course Outline

The Scrum and Kanban Exam covers the following topics -

1. Introduction to Agile, Scrum & Kanban

• What is Agile?
• Differences Between Scrum, Kanban, and Traditional Project Management
• When to Use Scrum or Kanban

2. Scrum Framework

• Scrum Roles: Product Owner, Scrum Master, Development Team
• Scrum Artifacts: Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, Increment
• Scrum Events: Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective

3. Kanban Method

• Principles of Kanban
• Kanban Boards & Visualization
• Work in Progress (WIP) Limits
• Continuous Delivery and Flow

4. Scrum vs. Kanban

• Key Similarities and Differences
• When to Choose One over the Other
• Combining Scrum and Kanban (Scrumban)

5. Agile Project Planning

• Estimation Techniques
• User Stories and Acceptance Criteria
• Prioritization Methods

6. Team Collaboration & Communication

• Building Self-Organizing Teams
• Managing Dependencies
• Improving Transparency

7. Metrics & Continuous Improvement

• Velocity and Burndown Charts
• Lead Time and Cycle Time
• Feedback Loops in Scrum and Kanban