Professional Scrum Master 1

The Professional Scrum Master (PSM) course is a 2-day course that covers the principles and (empirical) process theory underpinning the mechanics, rules and roles of the Scrum framework. Advanced tools for servant-leadership are provided to increase a Scrum Master’s effectiveness. These tools relate to behavioral shifts, working with people and teams, coaching and facilitation techniques.
Students learn through instruction and team-based exercises, and are challenged to think in terms of the Scrum principles to better understand what to do when returning to the workplace. Professional Scrum Master is THE cutting-edge course for effective Scrum Masters and anyone supporting a software development team’s efficiency and effectiveness.
Scrum.org selects only the most qualified instructors to deliver this course. Scrum.org maintains the defined curriculum and materials to assure consistency and quality for students worldwide.

Target Audience for this certification is?

The Professional Scrum Master course is targeted to Scrum Masters and anyone else responsible for the successful use and/or rollout of Scrum
The Professional Scrum Master course is for anyone involved in software development using the Scrum Framework. It is particularly beneficial for those people within an organization accountable for getting the most out of Scrum, including Scrum Masters, managers, and Scrum Team members.

  • Have studied the Scrum Guide (required).
  • Passed the Scrum Open assessment.
  • Have a solid understanding of Scrum either through working on a Scrum Team, or through taking part in a Professional Scrum Foundations or similar course.
  • Have been on or are closely involved in building or enhancing a software product or application.
  • Have read one of the Scrum books. See resources.

Course Details

Course Objective :
Students are challenged to think within the Scrum Framework and the underlying values and principles to better understand what to do when returning to the workplace and facing complex decisions.

Course Description :
The 2-day Professional Scrum Master course 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.

Course Topics :

  • Scrum theory and principles
  • The Scrum Framework
  • The Definition of Done
  • Running a Scrum project
  • Working with people and teams
  • Scrum in your organization
  • The role of the Scrum Master

PSM 1 Eligibility

  • The Professional Scrum Master course is for anyone involved in software development using the Scrum Framework.
  • It is particularly beneficial for those people within an organization accountable for getting the most out of Scrum, including Scrum Masters, managers, and Scrum Team members.
  • Required course: None
  • Recommended course: Professional Scrum Master
  • Recommended Certification: PSM I

Professional Scrum Master (PSM 2) Examination

  • Passing score: 85%
  • Time limit: 90 minutes
  • Number of Questions: 30
  • Format: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer and True/False
  • Difficulty: Intermediate
  • Language: English only
  • PSM Subject Areas and real-world experience

PSM 2 Eligibility

  • Required course: None
  • Recommended course: Professional Scrum Master
  • Recommended Certification: PSM I

Professional Scrum Master (PSM 3) Examination

  • Professional Scrum Master (PSM 3) Examination
  • Passing score: 85%
  • Time limit: 120 minutes
  • Format: Multiple Choice and essay
  • Difficulty: Advanced
  • Language: English only
  • PSM Subject Areas

PSM 3 Eligibility

  • Required course: None
  • Recommended course: Professional Scrum Master
  • Recommended Certification: PSM I, PSM II