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The Sprint Goal

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This module outlines some of the key areas that stakeholders are involved in during the Scrum process. It starts by defining what a Product Vision is before giving you guidance on how it can be effectively communicated to stakeholders. Then it describes the role of the stakeholder in the Product Roadmap and Sprint Goal.

Learning Objectives 

The objectives of this lesson are to provide you with and understanding of: 

  • The product vision and why it is required. 
  • The key components of a product vision including setting SMART goals. 
  • Methods to communicate the vision to your stakeholders.
  • The key features of a Product Roadmap and how it is created.
  • The Sprint Goal and its related outputs.
  • The importance of the Product Vision, Product Roadmap and Sprint Goal in supporting effective stakeholder management.

Intended Audience 

This lesson is aimed at Scrum Masters who want to improve their individual knowledge of stakeholder engagement practices in service to their Scrum team and their wider organization.  

Prerequisites

There are no specific prerequisites to study this lesson.

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