Professional Scrum Master

Professional Scrum Master (PSM) is an interactive, activity-based course where students gain a strong understanding of Professional Scrum and the accountability of the Scrum Master. Through a combination of discussion and exercises, students develop a deep understanding of the underlying principles of Scrum and the Agile mindset while learning the practices applied by successful Scrum Teams.
The course also includes a free attempt at the globally recognized Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) certification exam.

Course Learning Outcomes

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

Who Should Attend this class?

This course is appropriate for students in any industry where teams are working to solve complex problems. The Professional Scrum Master course is for:

• Practitioners that are interested in starting a career as a Scrum Master
• Scrum Masters, Agile/Scrum Coaches and consultants looking to improve their use of Scrum
• Anyone involved in product delivery using Scrum

What you get

• Access to official training materials and additional resources to help you become an effective Scrum Master
• 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.
• Students of Scrum.org courses can claim Project Management Institute (PMI) PDU credit: 14 PDUs after attending a two-day Professional Scrum Master (PSM) course.
• Option for attending a free 1-hour online session where you can follow up, ask questions, clarify topics and receive guidance - first 14 days after the course
• Option to adhere to Scrum Wanderers Slack community - share, discuss, learn and meet other peers

About the trainer

Florin Manolescu is a Scrum.org Professional Scrum Trainer, Agile Coach and Scrum Master with exhaustive experience in the IT software industry. With a robust background spanning technical, managerial, and leadership roles, he has led large-scale, technology-driven projects for public and private sector clients across diverse cultural landscapes. Florin’s early career as a developer, business analyst, and consultant laid the foundation for his expertise in project and program management, operational leadership, and business development. Passionate about finding better ways and continuous improvement, Florin actively contributes to Agile communities and empowers professionals through training, workshops, and a commitment to personal growth.

This is a live virtual remote/online course. 

The course is specially designed to run online and includes frequent breaks and an hour for lunch. Details on how to participate will be sent to you by email before the class.

Live Virtual Remote/Online Course Requirements:

• A Computer with an internet connection, a Microphone, Speakers & Webcam.
• Free install of Zoom
• We can assist you with the set-up on the days before the class if required.
• The Trainer will be available for 15 minutes before the course to offer assistance.