Course Overview

    Overview

    Course Highlights

    Eligibility Criteria

    Benefits

    Exam Format

    Certification Cost

    What Is the CSM Certification and Who Is It For?

    Your Route into the Scrum Master Role

    Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) course badge

    Invensis Learning is aligned with Scrum Alliance to provide CSM certification in Shanghai. The training is delivered by Certified Scrum Trainers (CST) using official Scrum Alliance courseware and the CSM Learning Objectives.

    Key Highlights

    of the CSM Certification Training Course

    CSM Certification Eligibility in Shanghai

    Do You Qualify for the CSM Exam?

    Why the CSM Credential Pays Off

    For Your Career and Your Team

    CSM Exam Format in ShanghaiWhat to expect on exam day

    The Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) assessment validates your understanding of the Scrum framework and your readiness to serve as a Scrum Master on delivery teams. The assessment focuses on the Scrum Guide foundations, the three roles (Product Owner, Scrum Master, Developers), the five events, the three artifacts, and the values and theory underpinning empirical process control. Through a combination of multiple-choice questions, candidates are tested on their ability to apply Scrum principles in real-world team environments.

    CSM Certification Cost in Shanghai

    Scrum Master Career Outlook in Shanghai

    Roles, Demand and Pay in 2026

    The Certified ScrumMaster has become the baseline Scrum Master qualification across Shanghai, valued by internet platforms, fintechs, software firms and automotive teams that run large, fast-moving agile portfolios. As the city pushes its digital trade hub ambitions and enterprises scale Scrum across product lines, credentialed Scrum Masters are increasingly sought after. Demand runs from Scrum Master to Agile Coach and Product Owner, and here is what the market is telling us right now.

    What Is Fuelling Scrum Master Demand in Shanghai?

    CSM is more than a certificate. It is a career step for professionals who want to lead agile teams. Join Scrum Masters who help Shanghai's product and delivery teams ship value faster. Start your journey today.

    Your Shanghai Career Transformation

    Your Career Before and After CSM

    The Shift a Certified ScrumMaster Makes

    Shanghai's technology and product market is expanding with digital transformation and its digital trade hub push, and employers increasingly separate certified Scrum Masters from the rest. Here is which side of that line you want to be on.

    Sources: SalaryExpert, Levels.fyi (Shanghai) 2026.

    How to Get CSM Certified in Shanghai

    Step-by-Step Certification Process

    The path to online CSM certification in Shanghai is straightforward. Complete the 2-day Certified Scrum Trainer® (CST®)-led course, take the Scrum Alliance assessment online, and activate your credential through your Scrum Alliance account. Most learners complete the process within a few days of finishing the course.

    Module 2: The Three Roles in Scrum

    • Scrum Master roles and challenges
    • Product Owner roles and responsibilities
    • Development team roles and responsibilities

    Module 3: Scrum Ceremonies

    • Sprint planning
    • Daily Scrum
    • Sprint Review
    • Sprint Retrospective

    Module 4: Scrum Artifacts

    • Product Backlog
    • Sprint Backlog
    • Product Increment

    Module 5: Sprint Execution

    • Sprint Execution Planning
    • Flow management
    • Resolution meetings
    • Communication (Taskboard, Sprint burndown chart using story points, hours effort)

    Module 6: Daily Scrum and Sprint Retrospective

    • Activities in daily scrum
    • Activities in a sprint retrospective

    Module 7: Definition of Done (DoD) and Acceptance Criteria

    • Definition of Done for a feature (user story or product backlog item)
    • Definition of Done for a sprint
    • Definition of Done for a release
    • Definition of Done vs. Acceptance criteria
    • Done vs. Done-Done

    Module 8: Definition of Ready

    • Definition of Ready for user story
    • Definition of Ready for sprint

    Module 9: Release Planning

    • Definition of release planning
    • Who takes part in release planning
    • Steps in Release planning
    • Output of Release Planning

    Module 10: Sprint Burndown Chart

    • Definition
    • Why and when to use a sprint burndown chart
    • Information obtained from sprint burndown chart

    Module 11: Release Burn-Up Chart

    • Definition
    • Features
    • How to create a release burn-up chart (steps)?

    Module 12: Product Planning

    • What is product planning
    • What is product vision
    • How to create a product backlog
    • Product Roadmap
    • Minimum Releasable features (or) Minimum Marketable Features
    • Minimum Viable Products

    Module 13: User Stories

    • What are user stories?
    • Structure/format of user stories
    • INVEST criteria

    Module 14: Agile Estimation

    • Definition
    • Benefits of Agile Estimation
    • Agile estimation techniques

    Module 15: Planning Poker

    • Definition
    • Benefits
    • Participants
    • How to play planning poker?
    • Planning Poker rules

    Course Curriculum

    of the Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Training

    The CSM curriculum follows the official Scrum Alliance CSM Learning Objectives and the latest Scrum Guide. Modules are delivered over 2 days by a Certified Scrum Trainer® with hands-on workshops, facilitated exercises, and real Scrum scenarios.

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    The Scrum Master Skills You Will Build

    Framework, Events and Servant Leadership

    This CSM programme helps you build Scrum framework fluency, facilitation ability and servant leadership. By the end, you can run Scrum events, coach a team and apply the Scrum values from your next sprint, all aligned to the Scrum Alliance CSM Learning Objectives.

    Scrum Theory and Empiricism

    Skills covered in CSM start with the foundations: apply empirical process control and the three pillars of transparency, inspection and adaptation to lead teams in complex, fast-changing product environments.

    Living the Five Scrum Values

    Model commitment, focus, openness, respect and courage so your team builds the trust and psychological safety that make Scrum work in practice.

    Building Effective Scrum Teams

    Understand the accountabilities of the Scrum Master, Product Owner and Developers, and coach a small, cross-functional, self-managing team to deliver value each sprint.

    Facilitating the Five Scrum Events

    Run Sprint Planning, the Daily Scrum, Sprint Review and Retrospective within their timeboxes, and protect the Sprint so the team stays focused on the Sprint Goal.

    Managing Scrum Artefacts and Commitments

    Work with the Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog and Increment, and apply the Product Goal, Sprint Goal and Definition of Done to create transparency and quality.

    Servant Leadership as a Scrum Master

    Serve the team, the Product Owner and the wider organisation through coaching, facilitation and impediment removal rather than command and control.

    Who Should Take

    CSM Training in Shanghai?

    Scrum Master

    Agile Team Lead

    Project Manager (Agile)

    Delivery Manager

    Team Lead

    Product Manager

    Business Analyst (Agile teams)

    Agile Coach (aspiring)

    Who Can Take This Certification Training

    Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Training Modes

    for Professionals and Teams

    We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer collaborative classroom learning, live online sessions, team-based training, or personalized guidance, choose the option that best supports your Scrum learning and professional development journey.

    CSM Classroom Training

    • Instructor-led classroom sessions

    • Interactive discussions and group activities

    • Real-world examples and practical exercises

    • Structured learning with fixed schedules

    • Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

    • Practice assessments and knowledge checks

    • Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

    • Immediate trainer feedback and support

    Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This classroom CSM training in Shanghai format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

    Official Scrum Alliance International-aligned Course Material

    Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

    CSM Corporate Group Training

    • Customised training aligned to organisational goals

    • Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended

    • Scheduling tailored to business availability

    • Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions

    • Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable

    • Dedicated coordination and administrative support

    • Consistent learning experiences across teams

    • Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

    Designed for organizations that want to build Agile capabilities at scale, standardise Scrum practices, and support workforce development through customised team learning initiatives. This format is ideal for CSM training for companies in Shanghai seeking to strengthen Agile delivery and team collaboration across the organisation.

    Official Scrum Alliance International-aligned Course Material

    Best For: Organizations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent training across teams.

    CSM Focused 1-to-1 Training

    • One-to-one instructor attention

    • Customised learning plans and objectives

    • Flexible scheduling based on availability

    • Personalized feedback and coaching

    • Additional focus on challenging topics

    • Targeted practice and revision support

    • Faster clarification of questions and concepts

    • Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

    Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions with an expert trainer. This format provides CSM coaching in Shanghai for professionals seeking individualized support and focused learning guidance.

    Official Scrum Alliance International-aligned Course Material

    Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.

    CSM Live Virtual Training

    CSM Live Virtual Training

    Live online instructor-led sessions

    Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    Practice assessments and revision support

    Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    Access from any location with internet connectivity

    Starts from

    CNY 5380

    Please Note: Attend fully interactive online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences. This virtual CSM training in Shanghai option enables professionals to participate from any location.

    Official Scrum Alliance International-aligned Course Material

    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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    Why Choose Invensis Learning

    For CSM Certification Training in Shanghai

    Invensis Learning delivers Scrum Alliance aligned CSM certification training in Shanghai for professionals and teams building agile delivery capability. As an established, quality-certified CSM training company in Shanghai, we combine Certified Scrum Trainers, official courseware, flexible online delivery and learner-focused support. Whether you enrol as an individual or plan corporate training for your team, our programmes are designed around practical understanding, real-world application and a clear path to the CSM credential.

    • Scrum Alliance aligned CSM course delivered by a Certified Scrum Trainer (CST)
    • Experienced, accredited trainers with real agile delivery expertise
    • Live virtual instructor-led training that fits working professionals in Shanghai
    • Official Scrum Alliance CSM courseware and industry-driven case studies
    • Guidance to complete the course and pass the online CSM assessment
    • Two-year Scrum Alliance membership included on completing the course
    • Flexible formats for individuals, working professionals and corporate teams
    • Dedicated learner support before, during and after training

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    CSM Training Locations in Shanghai

    Instructor-led in-person Classroom training is available for group batches. All other public cohorts are delivered as Instructor-led Live Virtual. See available cohorts.

    CSM Training Location in Shanghai

    The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Shanghai

    CSM Training Location in Shanghai

    Hyatt Shanghai on the Bund, 199, Huangpu Road, Triangle Area, North Bund Street, Hongkou District, Shanghai, 200080, China

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    Corporate CSM Training in Shanghai

    Upskill Teams at Scale

    • Suitable for small, medium and large delivery teams
    • Customised schedules aligned to your team's availability
    • Flexible delivery through live virtual, onsite or hybrid formats
    • Certified Scrum Trainers with real agile delivery experience
    • Role-based, industry-relevant examples for better workplace application
    • Dedicated coordination and learner support for group programmes
    • Scalable delivery for teams across Shanghai and global locations

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    What Our Learners Say

    Moved into My First Scrum Master Role

    "The CSM course finally connected the Scrum theory I half-knew into one clear framework. The trainer's facilitation exercises were the highlight, and I moved into a Scrum Master role at an e-commerce team within two months of certifying."

    Wei Zhang

    Scrum Master

    Practical and Interactive Sessions

    "As a developer moving into agile facilitation, I needed the Scrum events and artefacts to click. The live online sessions were practical and interactive, and the CSM exam felt straightforward after the course."

    Jing Chen

    Software Team Lead

    Better Retrospectives and Team Focus

    "Strong, well-structured content on servant leadership and running retrospectives. I now facilitate our sprint events with far more confidence, and the Scrum values genuinely changed how our team works together."

    Ming Zhao

    Agile Delivery Lead

    Standardised Scrum Across Our Squads

    "We trained two squads through Invensis Learning to standardise how we run Scrum. Sprint predictability improved noticeably within a quarter, and our newly certified Scrum Masters brought a shared language to the whole delivery group."

    Sophia Wang

    Head of Engineering, Fintech

    Tailored Corporate Training That Fit Our Calendar

    "The corporate CSM programme was tailored to our product teams and scheduled around our release calendar. Coordination was smooth and the trainer adapted examples to our sector, which made the learning stick for our people."

    Daniel Xu

    L&D Manager, E-Commerce

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    Yes. The Certified ScrumMaster is the most widely recognised Scrum Master credential, and Shanghai employers across internet, fintech and automotive teams actively list it. With Scrum Master salaries averaging around ¥381,737 and senior bands higher, the credential offers a strong return for agile careers.

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