SCRUM Master Certified (SMC®)

CHF1,990.00

LEARN – PRACTICE – CERTIFY

SCRUM Master Certified (SMC) professionals are facilitators who ensure that the Scrum Team is provided with an environment conducive to completing the project successfully. The Scrum Master guides, facilitates, and teaches Scrum practices to everyone involved in the project; clears impediments for the team; and, ensures that Scrum processes are being followed.

The SMCcertification training course is focused on providing an improved understanding of Scrum methodologies and their implementation.

It is the ideal course package for every aspiring professional who wants to make a career in project management.

This training course is offered by Skilltec, Authorized Training Partner of SCRUMstudy, the global accreditation body for Scrum and Agile certifications. It has authored the SBOK™ Guide as a comprehensive guide to deliver successful projects using Scrum. SCRUMstudy has overtaken Scrum Alliance and Scrum.org to become the biggest accreditation body for Scrum and Agile certifications.

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Description

Program Overview:

Course objectives.

The SCRUM Master Certified (SMC®) Certification Training provides a comprehensive overview of the Scrum framework for agile project management and will prepare you to become a SMC. You’ll learn the basics of Scrum and the Scrum lifecycle, how to organize a Scrum team and set up a project, and how to implement a Scrum, from releases and sprints to enterprise transformation.

A SMC performs the following functions:
  • Aids project teams in using Scrum effectively
  • Provides expertise above that of a typical project manager
  • Acts as a ‘servant leader’ and helps the team work together and learn the Scrum framework
  • Protects the team from internal and external distractions

Learning Benefits.

At the end of this training in SMC, you will be able to:
  • Discuss Scrum and Agile methodologies
  • Describe the importance of Agile
  • Explain the Scrum lifecycle
  • Understand the Scrum terminologies and their applications
  • Discuss in detail terms such as Daily Scrum, User Story, Sprint Planning and Sprint Review
  • Understand various roles involved in Scrum
  • Describe distributed Scrum and the best practices in distributed Scrum

Career Benefits.

The benefits of earning SMC certification are as follows:
  • Career opportunities of certified professionals are rapidly growing as they remain relevant and marketable across various industry sectors.
  • Certified professionals demonstrate accomplishment of core Scrum knowledge to employers and peers.
  • Certification verifies your knowledge of Scrum framework and scope of the ScrumMaster’s role in the process.
  • As a SMC, you will be able to fill the roles of a Scrum Master or a Scrum team member.
  • The certification helps the professional engage with a community of Scrum experts.
  • Through this certification, the SMC gains access to local groups, networks, and resources available only to Scrum Alliance members.

Exam & Certification : 

What are the prerequisites for the SMC  certification ?

There are no eligibility criteria set for the SCRUM Master certification. Any professional looking to further his or her career in management can take this course. However, it is preferable to complete the Scrum Developer Certified (SDC) certification before applying for the Scrum Master certification. It is also highly recommended to attend a 2-day SMC  classroom training provided by Skilltec approved approved Registered Education Provider.

How do I get certified as a Certified ScrumMaster ?

The courseware and preparation tools required for the certification exam will be available online. An online proctored exam will be conducted at the end of the course.

This training course is offered by Skilltec, Authorized Training Partner of SCRUMstudy, the global accreditation body for Scrum and Agile certifications. It has authored the SBOK Guide as a comprehensive guide to deliver successful projects using Scrum.

Audience Profile

This certification is appropriate for anyone who is interested in working as a Scrum Master.

Exam Format ?

  • Multiple choice
  • 100 questions per exam
  • 120 minutes duration
  • Proctored online exam
  • Current pass rate: 95%

FAQs : 

Why is this certification so highly sought-after ?

The designation of SCRUM Master Certified (SMC) is a prized certification offered by Skilltec, Authorized Training Partner of SCRUMstudy, the global accreditation body for Scrum and Agile certifications. It has authored the SBOK Guide as a comprehensive guide to deliver successful projects using Scrum.There are over a quarter million SMC‘s worldwide. Benefits of the SMC certification include:
  • enhances your industry credibility and earning potential.
  • SMC certification proves that you have a full understanding of Scrum and how to apply its principles in the workplace.
  • It offers a clearly defined and well-respected credential in the Agile community, making it highly sought-after by employers.

What types of projects will you complete during the SMC course ?

There are no projects related to this course.

What types of jobs require SMC certified professionals ?

Jobs that require SMC skills include project manager, technical project manager, scrum master, program manager, project lead and product lead developer.

How many attempts do I have to pass the SMC exam?

You will have 2 free attempts to pass the exam.

How long does it take to receive the Certified Scrum Master certification exam results?

You will get the results within 24h.

How long is the Certified Scrum Master Certification valid for?

To maintain the certification status, Scrum Master Certified (SMC) professionals will need to earn 40 re-certification credits every 3 years

Additional information

Key Features

– 180 days online access (7 days, 24h)
– Access to the Free SCRUM Fundamentals course (SFC). You get 10 PDUs with this course too.
– 40 Approved RCUs
– 26 High Quality videos and Glossary for all courses
– Reference study material – (SBOK), online Crossword, 127 Terms & Definitions
– 1 Illustrative Case Study
– 3 Reference Material
– SMC Exam and Online certificate
– Access to the Mobile application.
– 2 Free exam retake if you are not able to clear the exam in the first attempt.

Target Audience.

The following categories of professionals should take the CSM training course and obtain certification:

– Members of Scrum teams such as developers, Scrum Masters, and product owners
– Managers of Scrum teams
– Teams transitioning to Scrum
– Professionals who would like to pursue a career as a professional Scrum Master

Value of this course for professionals.

At the end of this training in CSM, you will be able to:

– Discuss Scrum and Agile methodologies
– Describe the importance of Agile
– Explain the Scrum lifecycle
– Understand the Scrum terminologies and their applications
– Discuss in detail terms such as Daily Scrum, User Story, Sprint Planning and Sprint Review
– Understand various roles involved in Scrum
– Describe distributed Scrum and the best practices in distributed Scrum

Certification Body

Biggest Accreditation Body for Scrum and Agile Certifications:
SCRUMstudy™ has overtaken Scrum Alliance and Scrum.org to become the biggest accreditation body for Scrum and Agile certifications.

SCRUMstudy™ has the largest Authorized Training Partner (A.T.P.) network of 1,700+ partners that includes organizations such as New Horizons, Global Knowledge, Arizona State University, and others in 90+ countries.
SCRUMstudy™ engages the Scrum/Agile community through active discussions on LinkedIn. With over 85,000 members, SCRUMstudy™ LinkedIn Group is the largest and fastest growing Group for Scrum/Agile on LinkedIn.

Certification Process.

Skilltec's online live proctored exams allow you to take your certification exams from the comfort of your home using a webcam and a reliable internet connection. All exams will be proctored live and videos of the exams will be recorded and reviewed by the SCRUM team.

When suspected violations occur, appropriate procedures are in place to protect the integrity of the exam process.

You apply for Skilltec's online exam by logging into your account. Once your application is approved, you will receive an email with the exam link, dates, and times for the exam. You will receive your exam results immediately after you have submitted your completed exam.