Project Manager vs Scrum Master | Which is RIGHT for You?!

Project Manager vs Scrum Master... which is the RIGHT career path for you?
When I was starting in my career, I had so many questions about the difference between a Project Manager and a Scrum Master. Today, I’m sharing my biggest insights to help you decide which is right for you… being a Project Manager vs a Scrum Master? What are the responsibility differences between a Scrum Master vs Project Manager, and are they the same roles? Watch today’s video to find out!
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ABOUT THE VIDEO - Alvin reviews the difference between a Project Manager vs Scrum Master. What are the role differences between a Scrum Master vs Project Manager? What are the different responsibilities between a Project Manager vs Scrum Master?
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[@alvinthepmofficial]

🔥 Download my FREE JIRA Guide to lead Agile projects as a Scrum Master here: www.AlvinthePM.com/freeguide ►►Also, watch my FREE course with how to manage Agile Projects here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHW5hICii76ro5osi=mvXk54Ntx7Eu0veB 💡Don't forget to SMASH the Like button if you gained value out of this video! Leave me a comment below - which role are you pursuing, and what do you think is the biggest difference between a Project Manager and a Scrum Master?

[@RealJonSarge]

Im working as a PM right now ( my first official PM position): I have been responsible for checking in with the team, making sure the tickets in Jira are updated and current. I have been backlog grooming and getting feedback from our Dev team and our Design team. Sending out bi-weekly updates to stake holders and team on their progress. I think right now this PM role I have, is being a bit both both the scrum master, and Project manager. Right now we are doing week long sprints and its been a mish mash of both roles. Its definitely anxiety inducing but I really like helping the team get their work done. I have to set up a backlog grooming session next week and it will be my first one! wish me luck!

[@alvinthepmofficial]

@TheRealJonSarge, thank you for sharing your experience and feedback as a PM! I've also seen other PM roles be a mixture of a Scrum Master and a Project Manager role, where you're managing projects, but also having to manage JIRA, lead sprints, backlog grooming, communicating with the Product Owner. It can feel overwhelming, but don't forget that you CAN do this! It's so extremely rewarding to be able to lead teams and seeing everyone's work get "done"

[@parthamodkar6531]

I recently completed my scrum master certification and planning to do CAPM certification as well. I recently got a job as a PM and I think as a PM the there are more options in the job market as well and it’s rewarding career than scrum master in long term.

[@alvinthepmofficial]

Great feedback, I agree as well that there as many opportunities as a PM!

[@pramilapatil1645]

Hi, I need your guidance on same. I was in testing and now planning to switch to other than testing. For PM do you had any prior experience or done any certification? how did you got job on same,please guide

[@AdalydGracia]

If you took the PMP, it would be great to have the PMP ACP more oriented to the Agile mindset spectum. I have more than seven certifications from Alliance and still think the ACP covers more (overall speaking). Excellent video

[@alvinthepmofficial]

@AdalydGracia, thanks for sharing this tip! As I'll be sharing in a future video, this is going to be one of the aspirations I'll have for 2024. Stay tuned!!

This video was very helpful! Thank you!

[@alvinthepmofficial]

So glad you found it helpful! I'll definitely be releasing more videos on my channel about project management, so if you're interested, be sure to stay tuned!

[@reshupathak3808]

This video is really helpful and very well explained . Thanks

[@alvinthepmofficial]

My pleasure

[@Hanuman-111]

Thanks for this video

[@alvinthepmofficial]

Really glad you found the video helpful!!

[@manjunathams8865]

Please make a video on Project manager vs product manager. Highly confused to choose from. I want to have a longer career path and great learning though out. Thank you! Try to cover role requirements, eligibility, career path and salary trends

[@alvinthepmofficial]

Great idea, I'm adding it to my list of future videos to create, thank you!

[@Alpha-Scythe23]

Alvin, would it be wise or recommended to learn technical skills on KZbin first before obtaining a certification? Example would be Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Excel etc. especially for someone like myself with no experience?

[@slimgoody1980]

Thank you sir for sharing this. I’m kinda up at arms with my decision to be a PM or a SM. I work for a financial institution/bank but not necessary in retail. Studying for a an IT cert currently but once completed I am moving forward with one of the two careers you just discussed. Would it be more advantageous to pursue PM if I’m looking to move into an IT related career?

[@alvinthepmofficial]

Glad you found the video helpful! Both are great careers to pursue, there are even roles as IT Project Managers, which pay also well. I recommend doing your job search for Scrum Masters and IT Project Managers, and seeing which one best interests you.

[@muthuraj7445]

Hi I have been working as team leader in one of manufacturing industry can i move to as scrummaster. is it possible to survive or crack the interview as scrum master in IT ? Where do I start from ? I don't have any knowledge in IT..

[@czarcoma]

Got it Alvin. Scrum master it is then! 🙂The roles just matches my personality and values.

[@alvinthepmofficial]

The Scrum Master role is a great career path, with great salaries as well! Plus, you're also going to be in the tech space, with helping out with new technologies and software 👍

[@czarcoma]

@@alvinthepmofficial i haven't seen an actual implementation yet, but it sounds like Scrum can be applied to other industries as well. We'll see 😉

[@JeetVatz]

Hi, I'm working in banking operations like AML/KYC process and willing to switch off my career to Project Manager/Scrum master. As I don't have much tech knowledge except jira, power point, excel, which career would be better fit for starting with?

[@alvinthepmofficial]

Thanks for sharing your experience and reaching out! Both are great career paths! I'd encourage you to start looking at both job postings in your industry and see which ones you qualify more for. Your knowledge in Jira, Powerpoint, and Excel will help you get very far, since many companies that want a PM or Scrum Master want those skills, as well as experience in Agile You likely already have experience with Agile projects, so I'd recommend checking out job postings and seeing which ones you qualify the most, based on your experience, and then going all in.

[@agomonipaul5359]

From a developer which role will be beneficial: PM or scrum master?

[@alvinthepmofficial]

I'd encourage you to look at jobs for both PM and Scrum Master roles - I've seen many roles, such as IT Project Manager, Technical Program Manager, and even Scrum Master roles that would all benefit form having a developer background. Search at the companies you're interested in, and see what roles best interest you

[@derrickdavis2213]

Good information. Great presentation. Very poor audio; either get a new microphone or modify in post. Thanks for sharing; Subscribed.