Professional
Scrum Master™ class
An exceptional class experience to learn a modern, structured way of teamwork.
Two days (16 hours)
Fully practical & interactive
Live virtual
English
Class outcomes
The achievements, feelings, and experiences after attending the class
Achievements
Learn Professional Scrum
You know the principles and rules of Scrum. You can run a project with Scrum.
Decrease Time-to-Market
You learn how to build and deliver increments within iterations of a maximum of one month.
Increase quality
By applying the Definition of Done concept, you learn how to increase the product quality over time.
Feelings
Become a real team player
You feel you know how to play your role in the Scrum Team constructively.
New success announcement
You feel proud to announce your credible PSM I certificate to your professional network.
Confidence & Power
As you have learned a modern, structured way of teamwork, you feel confident and strong in your role.
Experiences
Shine in the organization
You become a go-to person. People come to you asking their Scrum questions. You shine.
Carrier advancement
New job opportunities in the Scrum world, like Scrum Master and Agile Coach, are achievable.
Customer satisfaction
As you deliver your work iteratively (early and often), you directly see how customer satisfaction increases.
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What others say about my class
Dora Vandana J
Mehdi - Hands down the best PSM trainer..!!!
“Mehdi's Class was super fun and Interactive. He ensured that the entire class's energy levels were throughout the 15 hrs. Made me believe that learning doesn't have to be boring and can be fun too. The concepts of scrum, its values and principles will forever be etched in our minds and hearts post his sessions.”
Melchior Akihary
Mehdi is an exceptional Scrum trainer
“I attended Mehdi’s PSPO-AI Essentials training and found it excellent. Mehdi creates a safe, highly interactive learning environment that really enables you to absorb and apply the material effectively. His use of Miro boards and supporting materials is outstanding and truly sets his training apart. I highly recommend Mehdi as a Scrum trainer.”
Kalyan Basak
Mehdi Hoseini is an incredible trainer
“Mehdi Hoseini is an incredible trainer. The style of his teaching is very lucid and easy to follow. He made the session very interactive and clarified doubts for the participants with real life examples both from the industry and day to day life.”
Arshad Ibrahimi
Mehdi's Scrum class was exceptionally …
“Mehdi's Scrum class was exceptionally interactive, making complex concepts simple and accessible. His vast knowledge and clear explanations fostered a deep understanding. Mehdi's engaging teaching style kept us all motivated and involved. Highly recommend his classes for anyone wanting to master Scrum.”
Dora Vandana J
Mehdi - Hands down the best PSM trainer..!!!
“Mehdi's Class was super fun and Interactive. He ensured that the entire class's energy levels were throughout the 15 hrs. Made me believe that learning doesn't have to be boring and can be fun too. The concepts of scrum, its values and principles will forever be etched in our minds and hearts post his sessions.”
Melchior Akihary
Mehdi is an exceptional Scrum trainer
“I attended Mehdi’s PSPO-AI Essentials training and found it excellent. Mehdi creates a safe, highly interactive learning environment that really enables you to absorb and apply the material effectively. His use of Miro boards and supporting materials is outstanding and truly sets his training apart. I highly recommend Mehdi as a Scrum trainer.”
Kalyan Basak
Mehdi Hoseini is an incredible trainer
“Mehdi Hoseini is an incredible trainer. The style of his teaching is very lucid and easy to follow. He made the session very interactive and clarified doubts for the participants with real life examples both from the industry and day to day life.”
Arshad Ibrahimi
Mehdi's Scrum class was exceptionally …
“Mehdi's Scrum class was exceptionally interactive, making complex concepts simple and accessible. His vast knowledge and clear explanations fostered a deep understanding. Mehdi's engaging teaching style kept us all motivated and involved. Highly recommend his classes for anyone wanting to master Scrum.”
Exceptional experience of learning
This isn't just a course transferring knowledge. It's an exceptional experience of learning,
that I have designed over the years because your growth deserves nothing less.
Discovery-based learning
You are first pushed to do an exercise, and then I will explain the topic, giving you long-lasting learning and great Aha moments.
80% practical / 20% theory
The practicality of the class creates confidence that, right the day after the class, you can apply your learnings at your work.
Unique content structure
I use a unique storyline of learning with a consistent structure, preventing you from getting lost or confused.
Full of interactive exercises
In each session, you have at least one interactive exercise, increasing the class engagement and energy.
Complementary study content
More than the main content of each session, you receive complementary content if you want to go deeper.
Fun and joyful vibe
A class doesn't need to be boring. So, we intentionally agree to have fun and enjoy the class where you feel time flies.
Class capacity (9 participants)
I keep the class size small and accept a maximum of 9 participants in each class. They are distributed in 3 teams, each with 3 members, to maximize the interaction, engagement, and quality.
PSM I Certificate
PSM class participants have two attempts for the PSM I exam included in the class fee to get the PSM I certificate.
Students of the PSM class are able to claim Project Management Institute (PMI) PDU credit: 14 PDUs after attending a two-day class.
What you will do & learn in the class
In each session, you have one practical exercise that you will do with other classmates + explanation of the topic
Session 1
What is Scrum &
Who is a Scrum Master?!
Exercise
Navigating various behavioral stances of a Scrum Master.
Learnings
- What is Scrum essentially?!
- What is Agile?!
- Teaching and facilitation
- Coaching and mentoring
- Pointing north
- Upholding Scrum, …
Session 2
What is Empiricism?!
Exercise
Managing room temperature exercise to understand what the empirical way of working means.
Learnings
- Managing complexity in product development
- Three pillars of empiricism: Transparency, Inspection, and Adaptation
- Why Scrum is founded on empiricism, …
Session 3
The Scrum Framework &
Understanding Complexity
Exercise
Checking the characteristics of Agile Leadership for Scrum Masters.
Learnings
- Understanding project types with the Cynefin Model (Clear, Complicated, Complex, and Chaotic)
- Scrum framework
- Differences between Framework and Methodology
- Why Scrum is purposefully incomplete?!
Session 4
Professionalism, the real asset of the Scrum Team members
Exercise
Doing the Burger Kitchen exercise to understand why professionalism is so important.
Learnings
- Understanding various aspects of professionalism required for product development
- Understanding ethical behaviors
Session 5
Scrum Elements
Exercise
Designing the Scrum framework exercise to understand the fundamentals of its elements.
Learnings
- Scrum flow
- Scrum Artifacts
- Scrum Events
- Scrum Team
- Product Backlog Refinement
Session 6
Scrum Events &
Product Backlog Refinement
Exercise
Navigating 5 Scrum Events to understand how they support empiricism.
Learnings
- How to run an effective Sprint Planning
- How to run an effective Daily Scrum
- How to run an effective Sprint Review
- How to run an effective Sprint Retrospective
- How to create an Improvement Board for Retrospectives
- How to design a robust process of Product Backlog Refinement
Session 7
Scrum Artifacts & Boards
Exercise
Creating a Product Backlog for a car-enhancement project named OmniDrive
Learnings
- How to create the 3 main boards (Refinement Board, Development Board, and Delivery Board)
- How to create an actionable Product Backlog
- How to create and manage an effective Sprint Backlog
- How to create the Increment Artifact that increases customer satisfaction
- What are Artifact Commitments?! (Product Goal, Sprint Goal, and Definition of Done)
- How to create an effective Product Goal and Sprint Goal
Session 8
Scrum Team &
Team Agreement
Exercise
Navigating Scrum Accountabilities to understand how a Scrum Team works.
Learnings
- What is a self-managing team?!
- What is cross-functionality?!
- Scrum Master characteristics
- Product Owner characteristics
- Developers characteristics
- How to create a Team Agreement to set up internal rules
Session 9
Scrum Values
(The spirit of Scrum)
Exercise
Navigating the 5 Scrum Values as the guidelines for building new constructive behaviors.
Learnings
- Commitment
- Focus
- Openness
- Respect
- Courage
Session 10
Definition of Done & Acceptance Criteria & Technical Debt
Exercise
Creating a Definition of Done for a life-critical product.
Learnings
- What is the Definition of Done?!
- What is Acceptance Criteria and how to write it?!
- What is Technical Debt?!
- Which one is more dangerous, Technical Debt or Undone work?!
- What should you have in your Definition of Done?!
Session 11
Estimation &
Planning Poker Technique
Exercise
Navigating the main 3 categories of Estimation.
Learnings
- What is Absolute Estimation?!
- What is Relative Estimation?!
- What is the Flow Metrics category of Estimation?!
- How to run Planning Poker for Estimation
- What are Story Points and T-shirt Sizing?!
Session 12
Team Structures &
Complementary Topics
Exercise
Creating Scrum Teams with predefined structures.
Learnings
- How to create a Feature Team
- How to create a Component (Layer) Team
- How to deal with scarce skills
- Task Switching effect
- The differences between Professional Scrum and Superficial Scrum
- How to manage emergency work in Scrum
Bonuses
By attending the PSM class, you will also get the following bonuses for free
10 Day Understand Developers (248 EUR)
Video Course
PDF Guide
Scrum Starter (98 EUR)
Three PSM I Mock Exams + Training Manual
Audience
Who is this course for?
- All people who want to start their journey to become a Scrum Master.
- Scrum Masters, Agile/Scrum Coaches, and consultants looking to improve their Scrum knowledge.
- Anyone who wants to work in a Scrum Team (Developers, Product Owners, Leaders, Business Analysts, Testers, …)
Upcoming classes
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1- Is there any prerequisite for this course?
Nope. This is the foundational Scrum course and walks you through everything step-by-step, even if you’ve never heard about Scrum.
2- What is included in the course fee?
Two days of class (16 hours) + Course materials + Miro content + Two attempts for the PSM I exam and 40% discount on the PSM II exam + Bonus materials.
3- What does practical exercise mean?
In each session, you will get one or more practical exercises to experience Scrum concepts in action. You will make your hands dirty with other classmates, which gives you an exceptional experience of learning.
4- Is there any certificate for this course?
Absolutely. Participants of the PSM course will get two attempts for the PSM I exam included in the class fee. You need to pass the exam to get the certificate.
5- What are the characteristics of the PSM I exam?
You will get 80 questions with a 60-minute timeframe and need to score 85% to pass. The exam is online, and you can take it from any internet-connected computer, even from home.
6- What if I don't pass the PSM I exam on the first attempt?
You will be given a second chance free of charge and automatically if your first attempt was made within 14 days of the training.
7- Is there any annual renewal fee for the PSM I certificate?
No. This is a lifetime certificate and doesn’t expire. So, no annual renewal fee is required.
8- Is there any mock test (simulated exam) for the PSM I exam?
Yes. You will receive 3 complete PSM I mock exams plus a tips and tricks manual for the exam that you can use to practice and prepare yourself before taking the main exam. You can take the mock exams as many times as you want.
9- Do I see the PSM I certificate on my profile on the Scrum.org website?
Absolutely. As this is a formal course of Scrum.org, if you pass the exam, you will see your earned PSM I certificate on your profile on the Scrum.org website.
10- How do I do class exercises?
Participants will be divided into teams with a maximum of 3 members. They do exercises together in each team to create synergy and, of course, learn from each other.
11- Will the class really help me to immediately start applying Scrum in my daily work?
Absolutely. You will leave the class with a bunch of practical learnings, preparing you to implement them in your context right the day after the class.
12- Can I claim PMI PDU credits for attending the PSM class?
Yes. You can claim 14 PDUs for attending the PSM class.
13- Is it possible to rejoin the class in the future?
Absolutely. You are always welcome to rejoin one of our public PSM classes free of charge to refresh your mind (exam not included). If you want to retake the class, just send us an email.
14- Is the trainer available after the training if I need help?
For sure. The trainer will share his WhatsApp number with you at the end of the class. So, whenever you need his help and support in the future, you can chat with him directly.
15- What is the vibe of the class?
Classes don’t need to be boring. The intention of this class is not only we want to effectively learn together, but we also want to do it with joy. So, get ready to experience both learning and fun in an energetic class.
16- What is the best way of being in class that I should show?
The more you give to the class by your proactiveness, the more you will get from the class. So, just make a definite decision that you will bring your best to the class where you are completely active, contribute to all exercises, and help other learners to get the most out of the class. This way, you will experience a class that you haven’t seen before.
17- Can I register now and pay via invoice later?
Yes. At the end of the booking process, choose the “Book and pay later via an invoice” option. By doing this, you reserve your seat and receive the invoice automatically. Then you can pay it later or send it to your company to pay it.
18- Is it possible to have a direct chat with you if I have questions?
Absolutely. You can book a free video call with us on Calendly in the next section to ask all your questions and then register for the course. Or you can send an email to [email protected].
19- What tools do you use to run the class?
We use Zoom and Miro to run the online class. On Miro, we use a unique structure for the content.
Still have questions?!
No worries. You can book a free video call with me on Calendly to ask all your questions and then register for the course.
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Join the class again for FREE
You are always welcome to rejoin the PSM class free of charge to refresh your mind. If you want to retake the class, just send us an email.
We pay for your third exam attempt
This class includes two attempts at the PSM I exam. We will also pay for your third try (a $200 exam) if you don't pass it on the first two attempts.