Firebrand Training course for Scrum.org Professional Scrum Master™ I (PSM I)

Firebrand's accelerated course is designed to prepare you for Scrum.org Scrum Master® I (PSM I®) exam.

At the end of Firebrand's 2-day course, you will sit Scrum.org's Scrum Master I exam. By attaining the Scrum Master certification, you'll demonstrate your ability to lead or support the software development process in your organisation. PSM I is recognized by the industry as a certification that demonstrates a fundamental level of Scrum mastery. As a PSM I certification holder, you have proven that you understand Scrum as described in the Scrum Guide and how to apply Scrum in Scrum Teams. PSM I holders have a consistent terminology and approach to Scrum.

In just 2 days, you will learn the Scrum basics, and how to use Scrum to optimise productivity and efficiency. Firebrand’s course is very hands-on and you will experience all aspects of the scrum framework.

During the course you will also learn how to:

• 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 plays on the team
• Learn the skills and traits and behavior shifts required to be a Scrum Master

Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get certified at twice the speed of the traditional training and get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

Audience:

This course is appropriate for students in any industry where teams are working to solve complex problems. The Scrum Master course is for:

• Practitioners that are interested in starting a career as a Scrum Master
• Scrum Masters, Agile/Scrum Coaches and consultant looking to improve their use of Scrum
• Anyone involved in product delivery using Scrum

• Free Credly Digital Credential
• Students of Scrum.org courses are able to claim Project Management Institute (PMI) PDU credit: 14 PDUs after attending a two-day Scrum Master (PSM) course. Please note that PMI PDUs are earned for course attendance and not for passing a Scrum.org assessment

• Module 1: Linear & Iterative approaches
• Module 2: Agile Manifesto & The Agile Principles
• Module 3: What is Scrum
• Module 4: Scrum Theory
• Module 5: Scrum Values
• Module 6: Scrum Teams
• Module 7: Scrum Events
• Module 8: Scrum Artifacts
• Module 9: Scrum Fact or Fiction
• Module 10: Agile/Scrum Tools & Techniques
• Module 11: Scrum Project

What is Scrum?

Scrum is an Agile framework developed to facilitate the completion of complex projects. It was originally created specifically for software development projects but has since been applied to a wide range of workloads.

A brief breakdown of the Scrum framework:

• A product leader creates a prioritised list known as the product backlog.
• The product team select a chunk from the product backlog and decide how to implement that piece in a certain amount of working time, known as a sprint (usually two to four weeks).
• During this sprint, the team have a daily Scrum to assess their progress. This is led by the Scrum master who aims to keep them on track.
• Once the sprint is complete, there should be a shippable product.
• Before the next sprint commences, there is a sprint review and retrospective look back.

What is a Scrum Master?

Think of the scrum master as a coach for a product development team. The scrum master is responsible for ensuring the team follows the principles and practices of Scrum. They are often thought of as the process owner in the team, ensuring the team remains on track whilst also maintaining the balance with the project's key stakeholders.

What are the main responsibilities of a Scrum Master?

• Ensure the team agree on what can be achieved during a sprint.
• Ensure the team reach a consensus on activities in the daily scrum.
• Help the team stay focused while following rules agreed in the daily scrum.
• Work to remove obstacles that are preventing the team from progressing.
• Protect the team from being distracted

How does a Scrum Master compare to a PMI PMP®?

Becoming a Scrum Master and earning the Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification developed by PMI, the Project Management Institute, cater to different methodologies, roles, and career goals.

Scrum Master certifications focus on Agile Project Management, while PMP® focuses on traditional (waterfall) and hybrid project management methodologies. A Scrum Master’s role is more about team facilitation and ensuring the team adheres to Agile practices rather than managing the project as a whole, while PMP®-certified professionals manage all aspects of a project, including scope, time, cost, quality, resources, communication, risk, and procurement.

In general, becoming a Scrum Master is ideal for those looking to specialize in Agile and Scrum, particularly in Software Development or other industries adopting Agile methodologies. It’s often a stepping stone to roles like Agile Coach or Product Owner. Meanwhile, PMI PMP® is suited for professionals looking to advance in general Project Management across various industries, including construction, healthcare, IT, and more. Achieving the PMP® certification can also open doors to higher-level management roles such as Program Manager, Portfolio Manager, or Project Director.

At the end of this accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

Examination Name: Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)

• Duration: 60 minutes
• Format: Multiple-choice examination
• Number of questions: 80 questions
• Passing score: 85% pass mark
• Language: This exam is only available in English however a translation tool is available

Delegates who successfully complete the PSM I examination are able to also claim a Free Credly Digital Credential.

You're ready for this Firebrand course if you:

• Are familiar with the basics of project management
• Understand 'requirements' and 'requirements decomposition'
• Have been involved with a project that creates or improves a product
• Understand the basics of Scrum and have read the Scrum Guide

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

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 to online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts.
*** Pass the first time or train again for free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

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