Introducing Complexity and When to Use Scrum

Scrum isn’t always the right approach. Sometimes, you may do better using other approaches such as project management, kanban, lean, or agility. This course will teach you how to recognize those situations where Scrum is the right approach.

When you understand Scrum, it’s easy to think that all problems can be addressed using Scrum. But this isn’t always the case. In this course, Understanding Complexity and When to Use Scrum, you’ll learn to identify what constitutes complex problems. First, you’ll explore what is meant by the word complexity. Next, you’ll discover two different approaches for making sense of complexity. Finally, you’ll learn how to apply leadership in complex environments and relate complexity to leadership styles. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of understanding complexity needed to know when to apply Scrum effectively.

• Course Overview 1min
• An Introduction to Complex Problems 8mins
• The Stacey Matrix 6mins
• Cynefin 6mins
• The Scrum Master and Leadership 8mins
• Relating Complexity to Management Style 5mins
• Summary of Understanding Complexity 3mins