Scrum Master: Role of the Scrum Master

Skillsoft issued completion badges are earned based on viewing the percentage required or receiving a passing score when assessment is required. The Scrum master is a core role in Scrum teams and is responsible for ensuring value and cohesion by acting as a facilitator, coach, mentor, trainer, integrator, and leader. Learn about key traits of successful Scrum masters and their relationship with other essential Scrum team members. Explore the major responsibilities of each of the Scrum team roles and discover how those role work together to create value in product development. Next, examine the core tasks and responsibilities of Scrum masters, and how they contribute to the success of the team and the organization. Finally, review some important updates from the most recent Scrum Guide and how they impact the Scrum master role. Upon completion, you'll be able to recognize key characteristics and responsibilities of the Scrum master role.