Overview
Scrum Master Certified (SMC®) professionals are facilitators who ensure that the Scrum Team is provided with an environment conducive to completing the project successfully. The Scrum Master guides, facilitates, and teaches Scrum practices to everyone involved in the project; clears impediments for the team; and, ensures that Scrum processes are being followed.
After passing the certification exam, successful candidates will be awarded the Scrum Master Certified (SMC®) certification by SCRUMstudy™.
- Multiple choice
- 100 questions per exam
- No negative marks for wrong answers
- 120 minutes duration
- Proctored online exam
This certification is appropriate for anyone who is interested in becoming a Scrum Master.
There is no formal prerequisite for this certification. However, it is preferable to complete the Scrum Developer Certified (SDC®) certification before applying for the Scrum Master Certification (SMC®). It is also highly recommended to attend a 2-day SMC® instructor-led virtual classroom training provided by PMstudy - a SCRUMstudy™ approved Authorized Training Partner (A.T.P.)
What is included?
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2-day Instructor-led Virtual Training
PMstudy conducts 2-day Instructor-led Virtual training for Scrum Master Certified training. These interactive training sessions are provided by experienced SCRUMstudy Certified Trainers (SCTs®) and include live interaction with the trainer and other participants, multiple role plays and case studies.
Study Resources
- Study Material - E-copy of the SBOK® Guide, Case study booklet, Process Chart, and Estimation Cards.
- Online Resources and Mobile App - Complimentary online course access which includes high quality videos, interactive case studies, chapter test, important terms and concepts, and mobile app (valid for 180 days).
Scrum Master Certified (SMC®) exam voucher
Online proctored certification exam voucher valid for 180 days. The exam can be taken at the time and place of the participant’s choice. Students just need a laptop/desktop with webcam and microphone connected. Certification exams are conducted by SCRUMstudy, the global accreditation body for Scrum/Agile certifications.
100% Moneyback Guarantee
Participants who are unsuccessful in their first attempt get two free exam retakes. In the unlikely event that a participant does not pass the exam in three attempts, PMstudy will refund the entire course fee. This is applicable only for students joining the Instructor-led virtual classroom training and who attend the full two day of the training without missing any session.
What do you Learn?
- Introduction: This session describes the purpose and framework of the SBOK® Guide and provides an introduction to the key concepts of Scrum. It also provides a summary of Scrum principles, Scrum aspects, and Scrum processes.
- Agile Overview: This session discusses the concept of Agile and the various Agile methodologies.
- Scrum Overview: This session discusses in detail the principles, aspects, and processes of Scrum.
- Scrum Roles: This session discusses the roles and responsibilities of the core and non-core roles associated with a Scrum project.
- Exercise - Iteration Ball Passing: This is an exercise to gain insight into team velocity and the value of doing things in rapid iteration.
- Scrum Project Phases – Initiate: This session describes the processes related to initiation of a project such as Create Project Vision; Identify Scrum Master and Stakeholder(s); Form Scrum Team; Develop Epic(s); Create Prioritized Product Backlog; and Conduct Release Planning.
- Case Study - Product Vision (Optional)
- Case Study - Create Product Backlog
- Scrum Project Phases - Plan & Estimate: This session deals with the processes related to planning and estimating tasks such as Create User Stories; Approve, Estimate, and Commit User Stories; Create Tasks; Estimate Tasks; and Create Sprint Backlog.
- Exercise – Estimation: This is an exercise to estimate the duration of sprints. Case Study - Sprint Planning
- Scrum Project Phases – Implement: This phase is related to the execution of tasks and activities for creating a project's product. The processes covered in this session include creating the various deliverables, conducting Daily Standup Meetings, and grooming (i.e., reviewing, fine-tuning, and regularly updating) the Product Backlog at regular intervals.
- Case Study - Paper Prototyping & Daily Standup.
- Scrum Project Phases - Review & Retrospect: The Review and Retrospect phase is concerned with reviewing the deliverables created, and determining ways to improve practices and methods used for project execution.
- Case Study - Sprint Review Meeting, Retrospective Meeting.
- Scrum Project Phases – Release: The Release phase deals with handover of Accepted Deliverables to the customer and identifying, documenting, and internalizing the lessons learned during the project.
- Scalability of Scrum: session describes how the Scrum framework facilitates coordination among multiple Scrum Teams, enabling effective product delivery in larger projects. This also discusses how the Scrum framework can be applied to manage programs and portfolios.
Benefits of Joining SMC® Virtual Class
Active Discussions to share and learn
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Teaching methodology
PMstudy uses a scientifically proven and highly interactive teaching methodology including role-plays, case studies, and simulations explaining the key concepts for Scrum/Agile certification courses.
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Experienced SCRUMstudy Certified Trainers (SCTs)
Any person who is qualified as a PMstudy trainer undergoes a rigorous assessment process and he or she has to exhibit proficiency in the concepts of Scrum and Agile. All trainers are required to successfully pass three SCRUMstudy certification exams and get accredited by SCRUMstudy as SCRUMstudy Certified Trainer (SCT®). Moreover, all feedback received from students about their respective trainers is reviewed for improvement opportunities.
Multiple free resources
PMstudy through SCRUMstudy, provides a wide range of free resources such as 5+ hours of high quality videos, useful case studies, interactive mobile apps, blogs, and articles thereby contributing to increased awareness of Scrum/Agile.
Steps to Enroll & Get Scrum Master Certified
Certification Hierarchy
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