Professional Scrum MasterTM Training Course
- Learn professional Scrum and how to be a better Scrum Master.
- Plus get two attempts of the PSM I certificate exam.
PSM Course in Europe
What is the PSM training course?
Professional Scrum Master™ (PSM) is an interactive, activity-based course where students gain a strong
understanding of Professional Scrum and the role of the Scrum Master. Through a combination of discussion and
exercises, students develop a deep understanding of the underlying principles of Scrum and the Agile mindset
while learning the practices applied by successful Scrum Teams.
Although the course name may show it is for just Scrum Masters, it is a fundamental course for all people in
the product development process who want to use Scrum as their working framework.
General
- Course Name: Professional Scrum Master
- Short Name: PSM
- Course Creator: Scrum.org
- Duration: 16 hours
- Level: Fundamental
- Related Certificate: PSM I
- Usual Used Tools for Live Virtual Classes: Zoom, Google Meet, MS Teams, Skype, Mural, Miro, etc.
Course Material
Steward Model
There are two stewards behind each Scrum.org course who are responsible for updating and maintaining the course material
Material
Consistent unique material is used by all trainers while bring their own style and experience to the classes
Course Definition Link on Scrum.org
Course Objectives
- Help Scrum Teams deliver value to their organization
- Understand the theory and principles behind Scrum and empiricism
- Understand how each part of the Scrum framework ties back to the principles and theory
- Understand uncertainty and complexity in product delivery
- Understand the meaning and importance of the Scrum values
- Learn what Done means and why it is crucial to transparency
- Know how to use the Product Backlog to plan with agility
- Understand the importance of self-managing teams, interpersonal skills needed, and the Scrum Master role
- Clarify the leadership role a Scrum Master play on the team
- Learn the skills and traits and behavior shifts required to be a Scrum Master
Who Should Attend
- Anyone involved in product delivery using the Scrum framework
- Scrum Masters
- Agile / Scrum Coaches
- Developers
- Product Owners
- Managers
PSM Course Prerequisites
There is no special prerequisite for the PSM course. However, reading the Scrum Guide would be a good idea.
How do students benefit from learning Scrum?
Scrum Future based on 15th Annual State of Agile Report 2021
- We are living in a super-fast-changing world. Agile approach was born to be a great answer to such a world. In addition, Scrum is the most used and famous framework under the Agile umbrella.
- Based on the 15th annual state of Agile report, published by Digital.ai company 2021, Scrum itself has 66% of the market of all companies using the Agile way of working. It is noticeable that this number in the previous report, the 14th annual state of Agile report, was 58% which clearly shows a significant increase in Scrum usage.
- It means more demands for employees who know how to work in the Scrum framework and more opportunities for all companies, teams, and individuals who seriously invest in learning Scrum and improving their Agile mindset.
14th Annual State of Agile Report 2020
15th Annual State of Agile Report 2021
Scrum Future based on the Enterprise Agile Transformation Services Market Research
(Done by Allied Market
Research)
- Allied Market Research has done a research about the Agile transformation services market size and forecasted its growth and opportunities for years 2018 – 2026.
- The global enterprise agile transformation services market size was valued at $15.4 billion in 2018, and projected to reach $64 billion by 2026, with a 19.5% annual growth rate.
Market Size Growth Forecast
- According to the charts, Scrum is projected as one of the most lucrative used segments which means Scrum will still keep its position as the world-leading Agile framework and get a stronger position compared to other frameworks and methodologies.
- Moreover, in addition to the software industry, other industries will be significantly using the Agile approach in their way of working.
- All of these forecasts show that there are extraordinary opportunities for all companies and individuals who weaponize themselves with Agile mindset and learning Scrum.
Market Growth - Chart 1
Market Growth - Chart 2
Scrum Master Salary & Job Opportunities
Rank 9
Median Base Salary
In the list of 50 best jobs in America with 105k USD annual salary
Glassdoor - 2021
Rank 10
Most Promising Job
In the list of 15 most promising jobs with 103k USD annual salary
Linkedin - 2019
Rate 4.0
Job Satisfaction
In the list of 50 best jobs in America
Glassdoor - 2021
PSM Classes in Europe
Professional Scrum Master ™
English
PSM course is a 2-day fully interactive and discovery-based class challenging you to have AHA moments to truly get the essence of Scrum, its elements, and binding rules. In this class, you learn a modern disruptive way of teamwork.
+21% VAT for students from All Countries
- 05 - 06 Jun 2025
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Europe/Amsterdam
- 8 hours per day
- Netherlands
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Scrum Master Definition by Mr. Jeff Sutherland (Co-Creator of Scrum)
European countries with more than 10 trainers (PSTs) teaching the PSM course
Netherlands
United Kingdom
Germany
Poland
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Last data update: November 2021
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PSM I Certificate
Number of PSM I Certificate Holders:
429,106 (1 November 2021)
Exam Attempts:
All class attendees get two PSM I exam attempts. Both included in the class cost. A second attempt will be granted if you don’t pass the exam at the first attempt within 14 days after class. The minimum passing score is 85%.
PSM II Exam Discount:
If you participate in a PSM class, you are also entitled to a discount on the PSM II exam once passing PSM I.
PMI PDU Credits:
All class attendees are able to claim Project Management Institute (PMI) PDU credit. They will get 14
PDUs.
*PDU= Professional Development Unit
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Why Scrum.org
Founded:
2009
Governance:
Founded and governed by Ken Schwaber (He is one of the Scrum co-creators)
Mission:
Improving professionalism in complex product delivery
Training Materials:
Created and maintained by Scrum co-creator Ken Schwaber, Scrum.org, and the PST community members. PSTs use the same unique consistent material for classes while bring their own style and experience to the classes.
Reviews
About the trainer:
Alexander Hardt
Awesome and fun Learning
It was a very interactive and fun learning session also Alexander is so helpful even after the class got over with our doubts. He is very well versed with his knowledge on scrum.
About the trainer:
John Coleman
John is an excellent trainer
John is an excellent trainer with a lot of experience and knowledge about Agile. I recommend his trainings if you want to learn more about a topic or prepare for a certification.
About the trainer:
Alexander Brown
Great course and great trainer
Great course and great vibe. Nice group people and the trainer is the best, has a lot of experience, a lot of great examples and take care of each participant to fully understand the right way.
About the trainer:
Alexander Hardt
Awesome and fun Learning
It was a very interactive and fun learning session also Alexander is so helpful even after the class got over with our doubts. He is very well versed with his knowledge on scrum.
About the trainer:
John Coleman
John is an excellent trainer
John is an excellent trainer with a lot of experience and knowledge about Agile. I recommend his trainings if you want to learn more about a topic or prepare for a certification.
About the trainer:
Alexander Brown
Great course and great trainer
Great course and great vibe. Nice group people and the trainer is the best, has a lot of experience, a lot of great examples and take care of each participant to fully understand the right way.