Professional Scrum Master (PSM) Certification Training

Professional Scrum MasterTM (PSM) certification training course by Invensis Learning will help you gain in-depth understanding of the Scrum framework, Scrum practices, values, and ability to solve advanced, complex problems in the real world using Scrum. Invensis Learning provides sPSM certification training globally. This is a 2-day instructor-led live online PSM certification training, which will be delivered by Professional Scrum Trainers with rich domain experience. Participants attending this PSM course will get 14 SEU®s and a free attempt at the Professional Scrum Master certification exam.

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Professional Scrum Master Certification Training

Professional Scrum Master (PSM ) is one of the popular Agile Project Management certifications in the market from Scrum.org that validates an individual’s in-depth knowledge of the Scrum framework and its application in a day-to-day work environment. It provides individuals an understanding of Agile software development methodologies and proficiency in Scrum and its applications. Attaining Professional Scrum Master Certification just not only improves your perception regarding servant leadership concepts, but also helps to serve the team efficiently.

The Scrum Product Owner Professional course mainly focuses on the areas that teaches you to maximize the product value and system. There is a huge demand for Scrum Masters globally across various industry sectors in both SMBs and Large MNCs. PSM is one such certification that demonstrates potential employers that you have sufficient knowledge of Scrum in an organizational set up, thus making a Professional Scrum Master a truly global professional.

Individuals and enterprise teams can take up this PSM course in live online, and on-site training delivery modes.

Key Features of PSM Certification Training

Interactive instructor-led PSM certification training with 98.7% passing rate
Professional Scrum Trainers with rich domain experience
Earn 14 Scrum Educational Units (SEU) and training includes the exam cost
Access to mock tests & case studies prepared by the industry expert
Pay in your local currency without any hassle

PSM Certification Training and Exam Details

Areas of Study

  • Scrum knowledge and principles
  • A new Agile mind-set to execute the framework at all levels in an enterprise
  • Scrum roles and responsibilities
  • Product delivery with Scrum
  • Working with people and teams
  • Scrum for organization and working with challenges
  • Essential elements for an Agile way of working
  • There are no prerequisites to attend the PSM training or to take up certification exams. But, it is recommended to have some basic understanding of Scrum values, principles, and working knowledge of the overall Scrum process (Scrum Guide)
  • Type: Multiple Choice Questions (True/False)
  • No. of Questions: 80
  • Exam Duration: 60 Mins
  • Passing Score: 85%
  • Language: English only

    Exam Fee: The PSM certification cost is approximately around 150 USD, which is included in the course fee

  • The PSM Certification training cost is around 800 USD approximately. For more details, please refer to the training schedule given below. Select your preferred date and enroll for the PSM course.

Job roles that can benefit from Scrum Master Professional training include, but are not limited to:

  • Members of Scrum Teams including developers and product owners
  • Team members transitioning to Scrum
  • Delivery Managers
  • QA and Testing Professionals
  • Aspiring Scrum Masters
  • Anyone who wants to learn Scrum and be part of the next transformation
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FAQs on Professional Scrum Master (PSM)

What is a PSM certification?

Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) is one of the popular Agile Project Management certifications in the market from Scrum.org that validates an individual’s in-depth knowledge of the Scrum framework and its application in a day-to-day work environment. It provides individuals an understanding of Agile software development methodologies and proficiency in Scrum and its applications. Attaining Professional Scrum Master Certification just not only improves your perception regarding servant leadership concepts, but also helps to serve the team efficiently.

Scrum is quickly becoming a framework of choice for companies and organizations interested in achieving Agile transformation. There is a huge demand for highly skilled Scrum Masters across the world. LinkedIn ranked Scrum Master as one of the top 10 promising jobs of 2019. So, if you are a capable candidate, there are plenty of opportunities for you out there. In addition to a strong understanding of the fundamentals of Scrum Framework, holding one of the more recognizable Scrum Master certifications will impress employers.

PSM 2 is an advanced level Scrum Master certification where you need to demonstrate your skills to apply Scrum to solve advanced real-world problems. As mentioned in the Scrum.org website, PSM II assessment is very difficult and consists of 30 questions that you need to complete in 90 minutes. Passing score is 85%.

Apart from Scrum.org, there are several other governing bodies that offer Scrum Master Training and Certification programs. Few of the Scrum Master Certifications and the related governing bodies are:

  • Certified ScrumMaster Certification (CSM) by Scrum Alliance
  • Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certification by Project Management Institute
  • Agile Scrum Master Certification by Exin
  • SAFe Scrum Master Certification by Scaled Agile
  • Scrum Master Certified (SMC) by SCRUMstudy
  • Licensed Scrum Master by Scrum Inc

The PSM certification cost is approximately around 150 USD. The training includes the exam cost for Professional Scrum Master certification.

Yes. According to Scrum.org, attending a certification training course is not required. If you feel that you already possess a high level of Scrum knowledge, understanding of the concepts in Scrum Guide and how to apply Scrum within teams, you have the option to take the Professional Scrum Master assessment directly.

According to PayScale, in the United States, the average salary of a Professional Scrum Master is around $92K annually.

By getting PSM certified, you will be able to:

  • Receive high degree of proficiency in Scrum framework and its fundamentals
  • Learn the principles and values of Lean and Methodologies and will be applying them in your organization
  • Work better with your team by understanding Scrum vocabulary within the organization
  • Expand your career across different industries that are implementing agile practices
  • Become a global Scrum professional with increased opportunities across different industry sectors

Currently, most of organizations are hiring professionals who are familiar with the Scrum Framework. As a Professional Scrum Master, you can benefit an organization in the following ways:

  • Ease the adoption of Agile methodology within the organization
  • Bag business-critical projects with Scrum qualified employees
  • Help the team to change their mindset from traditional to Agile leadership
  • Enhanced collaboration within teams by removing impediments
  • Achieve tangible and real benefits at a rapid rate by delivering high-quality products

Yes. At Invensis Learning, you can opt to take up this PSM course in live-online delivery mode.

Today, Agile is no more a buzzword; it is one of the preferred ways to manage projects, especially software development projects. Though Agile has spread across domains, and ‘Agile outside IT’ has already started taking shape in enterprises globally. Scrum is a framework that helps teams collaborate throughout the project lifecycle, learn from experiences, and self-organize, and find new opportunities to improve a product and deliver real value.

Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) is one of the popular Agile Project Management certifications in the market from Scrum.org that validates an individual’s in-depth knowledge of the Scrum framework and its application in a day-to-day work environment. There is a huge demand for Scrum Masters globally across various industry sectors in both SMBs and Large MNCs. PSM is one such certification that demonstrates potential employers that you have sufficient knowledge of Scrum in an organizational set up, thus making a Professional Scrum Master a truly global professional.

You can follow the steps listed below to successfully clear the PSM I certification exam:

  • Read the Scrum Guide multiple times and understand the empirical theory underpinning the Scrum framework, & the roles and responsibilities
  • Attempt the Scrum Open Assessments multiple times
  • Enroll for a Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification training course from accredited training providers such as Invensis Learning
  • Familiarize yourself with the subject areas listed for PSM I assessment
  • Read lot of related articles and join Scrum forum discussions
  • Attempt the exam with confidence and make sure to keep track time

The procedure to take up PSM I certification is as follows

  • Attend PSM certification training provided by accredited training providers such as Invensis Learning (Optional)
  • Register on Scrum.org
  • Pay $150 directly on Scrum.org for attempting the exam (This is if you do not need training. If you have enrolled for PSM certification training, the exam fee will be included in the training fee)
  • On successful payment, you will receive a password for exam access in stipulated time
  • Attempt the PSM certification exam
  • Upon successfully clearing the exam, you will receive the industry-recognized "PSM I" certification, along with a PSM I logo that you can use to identify your achievement.
  • Your certification will be valid for lifetime

Invensis Learning is accredited by Scrum.org to provide PSM Certification training globally. You will be taught by globally renowned Professional Scrum Trainers to earn a Scrum Master certification that prepares you to face the emerging new normal. You will also get lifetime access to a learning management system containing course resources like class recordings, live class schedule etc. Moreover, 98.6% of people who have enrolled for our training have successfully cleared their PSM exam in the first attempt.

There is no need to maintain PSM I credential, as the certification is valid for life. Once you pass the PSM assessment, you will retain that certification lifelong, you will be listed on the Scrum.org website and remain there forever with no additional future costs.

PSM I certification exam

  • Exam Type: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer and True/False
  • Number of Questions: 80
  • Exam Duration: 60 Mins
  • Passing Score: 85%

PSM II certification exam

  • Exam Type: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer and True/False
  • Number of Questions: 30 (partial credit provide on some questions)
  • Exam Duration: 90 Mins
  • Passing Score: 85%
  • Difficulty: Advanced

PSM III certification exam

  • Exam Type: Combination of Multiple Choice and Essay
  • Number of Questions: 30
  • Exam Duration: 120 Mins
  • Passing Score: 85%
  • Difficulty: Expert

Job roles that can benefit from PSM training include, but are not limited to:

  • Project Team Members
  • IT Managers
  • Delivery Managers
  • QA and Testing Professionals
  • Aspiring Scrum Masters
  • Scrum Team Members (Developers, Scrum Masters, and Product Owners)
  • Anyone who wants to learn Scrum and be part of the next transformation

There are no prerequisites to attend this PSM training or to take up the exam. But, it is recommended to have some basic understanding of Scrum values, principles, and working knowledge of the overall Scrum process. Also, you should have knowledge of how to apply Scrum within Scrum Teams.

In this PSM training, you will:

  • You will acquire knowledge of the Scrum Framework, principles and empirical process theory underpinning it, and the role of Scrum Master in it
  • Learn to think in terms of Scrum values and principles
  • Learn how to facilitate scrum events, enable collaboration between the development team, product owner, and the entire organization, coaching and mentoring them, helping the Scrum team to be self-organized
  • Gain an understanding of how to act as a servant leader and guide the team to adopt the Scrum process
  • Learn how to increase transparency and protect the team from internal and external impediments

PSM III is an expert level certification exam that demonstrates deep understanding of Scrum framework, principles and values, and the ability to apply Scrum in a variety of complex and organizational situations. As mentioned in the Scrum.org website, PSM II assessment is incredibly difficult and consists of combinations of 30 multiple choice questions and case study questions, and essays, which you need to complete in 120 minutes. Passing score is 85%.

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