Firebrand Training combined course for Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master™ Level I & II

On this accelerated Scrum.org: Firebrand Training course for Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master level I & II Combined course, you’ll cover both the Professional Scrum Master™ I (PSM I) and the Professional Scrum Master™ II (PSM II) certification.

The Professional Scrum Master™ I (PSM I) certification validates your knowledge of the Scrum framework, the Scrum Master accountabilities and how to apply Scrum.

The Professional Scrum Master™ II (PSM II) certification validates your ability as a Scrum Master to apply the Scrum framework, support Scrum Teams, solve complex problems and apply it in real-world situations.
In just 3 days, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the accountabilities of the Scrum Master.

You’ll also learn how to:

• Explore the challenges that Scrum Masters face
• Apply the principles and values of Scrum to help support the Scrum Team
• Dive deep into how Scrum Masters serve the Scrum Team, Product
• Owner and the organization

At the end of this course, you’ll sit the Scrum.org exam, and achieve your Firebrand Training course for Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master level I & II Combined certification. Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get certified at twice the speed of the traditional training and access courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Experienced Scrum Masters: Individuals who have already obtained the PSM I certification and have practical experience working as a Scrum Master.
• Agile Coaches: Professionals who coach teams and organizations in adopting and improving Agile practices.
• Project Managers: Those who are transitioning to Agile methodologies and want to understand the Scrum framework at an advanced level.
• Team Leaders: Leaders who are responsible for managing and facilitating Agile teams.
• Product Owners: Individuals who want to gain a deeper understanding of the Scrum Master role to better collaborate with Scrum Masters.

PSM I - Professional Scrum Master™ I Certification

• Module 1: Understanding and Applying the Scrum Framework:
  • Empiricism: Understanding the empirical process control theory underpinning Scrum.
  • Scrum Values: Commitment, Courage, Focus, Openness, and Respect.
  • Scrum Team: Roles and responsibilities within a Scrum Team.
  • Events: Sprint, Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective.
  • Artefacts: Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Increment.
  • Definition of Done (DoD): Ensuring clarity on what is considered complete.
• Module 2: Developing People and Teams:
  • Self-Managing Teams: Encouraging teams to manage their own work.
  • Facilitation: Techniques for effective facilitation.
  • Coaching: Supporting teams in their development and performance.
• Module 3: Managing Products with Agility:
  • Forecasting & Release Planning: Techniques for planning and forecasting.
  • Product Value: Maximizing the value of the product.
  • Product Backlog Management: Effective management of the Product Backlog.
  • Stakeholders & Customers: Engaging with stakeholders and customers effectively.

PSM I - Professional Scrum Master™ II (PSM II)

• Module 1: Understanding and Applying the Scrum Framework:
  • Empiricism: Deepening the understanding of empirical process control.
  • Scrum Values: Applying the values of Commitment, Courage, Focus, Openness, and Respect in practice.
  • Scrum Team: Advanced insights into the roles and responsibilities within a Scrum Team.
  • Events: Effective facilitation of Scrum events.
  • Artifacts: Advanced techniques for managing Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Increment.
  • Definition of Done (DoD): Ensuring high-quality increments.
• Module 2: Developing People and Teams:
  • Self-Managing Teams: Strategies for fostering self-management.
  • Facilitation: Advanced facilitation techniques.
  • Leadership Styles: Exploring different leadership styles and their impact.
  • Coaching and Mentoring: Supporting team development and performance.
• Module 3: Managing Products with Agility:
  • Product Backlog Management: Advanced techniques for managing the Product Backlog.
  • Stakeholders & Customers: Engaging with stakeholders and customers effectively.
• Module 4: Developing and Delivering Products Professionally:
  • Managing Technical Risk: Techniques for managing technical risks in product development.
• Module 5: Evolving the Agile Organization:
  • Organizational Design & Culture: Creating an environment where agility can thrive

At the end of this accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exams at the Firebrand Training Centre, covered by our Certification Guarantee:

Scrum.org: PSM I - Professional Scrum Master™ I Certification exam

• Duration: 60 minutes
• Format: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer, True/False
• Number of questions: 80
• Passing score: Passing score: 85%
• Languages: English

Scrum.org: PSM II - Professional Scrum Master™ II Certification exam

• Duration: 90 minutes
• Format: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer, True/False
• Number of questions: 30 (partial credit provided on some questions)
• Passing score: Passing score: 85%
• Languages: English

There are no prerequisites for this accelerated course.

Your accelerated course includes:

• Accommodation *
• Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
• On-site exams **
• Exam vouchers **
• Practice tests **
• Certification Guarantee ***
• Courseware
• Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
• 24-hour lab access
• Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts.
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

• Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
• You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
• Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
• Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
• You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
• You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
• You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

*For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
**Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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