Professional Scrum Master

In this 2 day immersive and interactive course helps students gain an understanding of the intent and application of Professional Scrum, through the perspective of the Scrum Master. Working through a series of exercises and discussion, a strong understanding of the underlying principles as well as the use of the Scrum framework. This course prepares you for the PSM I assessment.

In this two day class students are challenged to explore the Agile and Scrum principles so they can better  understand what to do when applying Scrum to support their teams and organizations. 

The course, developed by Scrum.org, uses a combination of instructor-led and activity-based learning where  students work together in teams. Professional Scrum Trainers (PSTs) bring their own Scrum Master experiences and stories to the class and use their skills as professional trainers to deliver the material using their own  unique delivery style. The result is an engaging, enjoyable learning experience where students gain a deep  understanding of Scrum theory and principles, the Scrum Master accountabilities and why each element of  the Scrum framework is important. 

Students leave this course with an appreciation for Professional Scrum, the agile mindset, and how to deal  with common myths and impediments to agility. They gain the knowledge and understanding about how to  choose and apply the appropriate practices and techniques that will be most beneficial for their Scrum Teams.

Course Learning Objectives 

• Help Scrum Teams deliver value to their organization 

• Understand the theory and principles behind Scrum and empiricism 

• Understand how each part of the Scrum framework ties back to the principles and theory

• Understand uncertainty and complexity in product delivery 

• Understand the meaning and importance of the Scrum values 

• Learn what Done means and why it is crucial to transparency 

• Know how to use the Product Backlog to plan with agility 

• Understand the importance of self-managing teams, interpersonal skills needed, and the Scrum Master role • Clarify the leadership role a Scrum Master play on the team 

• Learn the skills and traits and behavior shifts required to be a Scrum Master

Assessment Certification 

All participants completing the Professional Scrum Master course will receive a password to attempt the  Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) assessment. The industry-recognized PSM I certification requires a minimum  passing score of 85%. 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 discount on the PSM II assessment once passing PSM I.

Why Scrum.org 

Scrum.org training provides a hands-on, activity-based learning experience using a consistent set of materials  around the world no matter which of our Professional Scrum Trainers (PSTs) is teaching the course. Each course  explores real-world challenges to help students apply what they learn in their roles once back at work.

PSTs bring their own style and experiences with a consistent delivery of Scrum.org training around the world, so  you know each course we teach is aligned with Professional Scrum, and all of your teammates are learning from  the same course materials. 

Find out more about what makes Scrum.org different.

PMI PDU Credits

Students of Scrum.org courses are able to claim Project Management Institute (PMI) PDU credit: 14 PDUs after attending a 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://ccrs.pmi.org.