Professional Agile Leadership - Evidence-Based Management (PAL-EBM)

Scrum.org created the Evidence-Based Management™ (EBM) framework which is an Agile approach to help leaders guide their teams toward continuously improving customer outcomes, organizational capabilities, and business results. EBM focuses on customer value and intentional experimentation to systematically improve an organization’s performance and achieve its strategic goals.

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Course Overview

PAL-EBM is for professionals in leadership roles (including executives, managers, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, coaches, and consultants) who:

Based Management Guide, have an understanding of Agile practices and a desire to move away from traditional, (plan-driven,) ways of working and measurement models, however, they do not need specific experience with Scrum. Our Professional Agile Leadership- Essentials course helps leaders understand how to best support their Agile teams and is ideal preparation for PAL-EBM, but is not a prerequisite. Our Professional Scrum Product Owner and Professional Scrum Product Owner - Advanced courses teach Product Owners how to deliver value and can be a great complement to the PAL-EBM course

Course Outcomes

In the Professional Agile Leadership™ – Evidence-Based Management (PAL-EBM) one day\* course, participants learn what EBM is and how to apply it through hands-on, activity-based learning. Through a series of exercises participants learn techniques that support a more agile mindset:

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Syllabus

Our comprehensive syllabus is designed to accommodate various learning styles, whether you prefer a traditional in-depth session, a flexible immersive experience, or a structured mentor program. Each module can be delivered in the following formats:

Our immersive programs empower growth through incremental learning, outcome-based assignments, and facilitated reflections, ensuring that the skills you gain are practical, applicable, and ready to be used in your work environment. Facilitated Reflections are a cornerstone of our immersive approach, allowing participants to engage deeply with the material. In each session, you will have the opportunity to reflect on your learning, discuss challenges and successes with peers, and gain actionable feedback from professional trainers. These reflective sessions enhance understanding, foster continuous improvement, and support your growth in a collaborative environment.

Introductions & Goals, Evidence, and Empiricism

Module1 115+
Welcome and introductions followed by an exploration of the foundations of Evidence-Based Management, including understanding goals, evidence, and empiricism as the cornerstone of effective leadership and decision-making.
Ask Evaluate your organization’s current approach to measurement and goal setting. Identify examples of how measurements have influenced behavior, both positively and negatively.
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Goals: Understanding Why

Module2 100+
Deep dive into goal setting using Evidence-Based Management principles. Understanding the importance of clear, measurable goals and how they connect to organizational outcomes and customer value.
Ask Work with your team to define clear strategic goals using Evidence-Based Management principles. Connect these goals to customer value and business outcomes.
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Evidence: Focusing on Value

Module3 100+
Exploring the four Key Value Areas (KVAs) of Evidence-Based Management: Current Value, Unrealized Value, Ability to Innovate, and Time-to-Market. Learn how to use evidence and metrics to focus on customer and business value.
Ask Assess your organization’s current state across the four Key Value Areas and identify metrics that would provide evidence of improvement in each area.
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Empiricism: Inspect and Adapt with EBM & Getting Started

Module4 130+
Learn how to implement empirical practices using Evidence-Based Management. Focus on inspection, adaptation, and continuous improvement. Practical guidance on getting started with EBM in your organization.
Ask Develop a practical plan for implementing Evidence-Based Management in your organization, starting with small experiments and building towards broader adoption.
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Catchup & After

Two weeks after completion, participants are invited to join a follow-up catch-up session designed to address any remaining questions, ideas, or challenges that have emerged since the training. This session provides an opportunity to reflect on your experiences applying the concepts learned in the course, share insights, and receive additional support.

* Assignments are part of our Immersive Training Programs, encouraging participants to apply their learning practically between sessions for a more hands-on experience.

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