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.)

Scrum Guide 2020 Audio: 

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: 

Project Academy Youtube Channel: 

Not Scrum Dumb Podcast (Weekly Videos):

How to know if being a Scrum Master is for you? 

5 Scrum Mistakes To Avoid!

This will be a Live Virtual Remote/Online Class. 

Training will begin promptly at the posted class hours on all 2 days.

Full details on how to participate will be sent to you 1 week before the class and the same day if you register during the last week until course registration ends.