Professional Scrum Master

This course will run over two consecutive 8-hour days, with breaks.

• 9:00 am - 5:00 pm  Los Angeles Time  PDT zone 
• 12:00 pm - 08:00 pm  New York Time  EDT zone

Professional Scrum Master (PSM) is a 2-Day / USA-WEEKEND (8 hours each day) course that covers the principles and (empirical) process theory underpinning the Scrum framework, and the role of the Scrum Master in it.

This course is a combination of instruction and team-based exercises and teaches what is at the heart of the Scrum and Agile movement. The course also includes a free attempt at the globally recognized Professional Scrum Master I certification exam (PSM I).

Who Should Attend

• Anyone involved in product delivery using the Scrum framework
• Anyone accountable for getting the most out of Scrum
• Aspiring Scrum Master
• Experienced Scrum Masters
• Agile Coaches
• Scrum Team Members
• Managers

Not sure if you should attend? Contact info@projectacademy.co to help find the right course for you. 

Course Objectives

• A clear understanding of the rules of Scrum through the empirical foundation of Scrum
• Act as Scrum Masters for Scrum Teams and stakeholders from an in-depth understanding of servant-leadership
• Effectively start using Scrum
• Increase the effectiveness of Scrum adoption

Course Topics

• Scrum theory and principles
• The Scrum Framework
• Done and Undone Work
• Product Delivery with Scrum
• Working with people and teams
• The role of the Scrum Master

Certification & Assessments

All participants completing the Professional Scrum Master course will receive a password to attempt the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) assessment. PSM class participants who attempt the PSM I assessment within 14 days of receiving their free password and do not score at least 85% will be granted a 2nd attempt at no additional cost.

You are also entitled to a 40% discount on the PSM II assessment once passing PSM I. The industry-recognized PSM certifications require a minimum passing score.

What's Included:

• Live Virtual Activity-Based Learning
• Course Materials: 
  •  Workbook
  • Access to full PSM 1 slide deck and complementary materials used during the course
• 1 free attempt to earn your PSM I certification (Lifetime certification)
  • If you take the assessment within 14 days and you do not pass on your first attempt you will get a second attempt free. 
• Scrum.org Membership
• 40% discount on an attempt to earn your PSM II certification

Exclusive Bonuses (Only from Andreanna Marshall): 

• Access to Project Academy Community- be a part of a growing Scrum Master community
• 1:1 Coaching session - receive one free hour coaching session to discuss your topic of choice regarding scrum (Scrum coaching, exam coaching, etc.)

Student Reviews: https://www.scrum.org/andreanna-marshall (click on my profile to review all student reviews) 

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any prerequisites?

There is no required prerequisite to the PSM 1 course. It is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals.

How should I prepare for the course?

The only preparation required is to read the Scrum Guide.

How do I achieve the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) certification?

The PSM I certification is achieved by taking and passing an online assessment in your own time following the course. It can be taken from any internet-connected computer.

What is required to achieve the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) certification?

The PSM I assessment is comprised of 80 multiple choice questions that must be completed in 60 minutes. The pass mark is 85%. The course fee provides up to 2 attempts at the PSM I assessment.

How many people will attend?

Our courses are kept small to ensure a premium experience.

I'm not sure if I have enough experience to take the course. What should I do?

Come anyway!  There will be plenty of opportunities to practice and learn from the collective intelligence of the students.

Can I claim PMI PDU credits for attending the course?

Yes.

Students of Scrum.org courses are able to claim Project Management Institute (PMI) PDU credit: 14 PDUs after attending the two-day Professional Scrum Master (PSM). Please note that PMI PDUs are earned for course attendance and not for passing a Scrum.org assessment. Students can claim PDUs under PMI’s "Education courses provided by other third party providers” category. You can claim your PDUs online at https://www.pmi.org.

Where can I contact the trainer with further questions?

You can email us at info@projectacademy.co

 Video Content: 

Scrum Guide Audio: 

Project Academy Youtube Channel: 

Not Scrum Dumb Podcast (Weekly Videos):

This will be a Live Virtual Remote/Online Class. 

Training will begin promptly at the posted class hours.  

Full details on how to participate will be sent via email immediately after registration. Please check for emails from info@projectacademy.co.