Professional Scrum Master II (PSM II) is an advanced course that will help you understand the eight stances that characterize a practical Scrum Master — from servant leader to change agent. In PSM II, we review the misunderstood stances of the Scrum Master. We remove the myths around the role of the Scrum Master. The Scrum Master is not only a Project Manager or an administrator but is a servant leader.
You’ll learn how Scrum Masters serve the Development Team, Product Owner, and organization. By learning related practices and skills, you’ll have the right conversations to become a better Scrum Master.
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There are many misunderstandings about the Scrum Master's role. Are they a team administrative assistant? Should they close stories on behalf of Developers? In this course, we examine those misunderstandings and discuss how Scrum Masters add value to the organization.
This class includes activities designed to enhance learning. It’s not just a lecture. The purpose of this class is to make you a better Scrum Master or (for leaders) to help you understand how the Scrum Master adds value to your organization.
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PSM II FAQ
The Scrum Master is accountable for improving the adoption of Scrum. To learn more about the Scrum Master accountability, check out our article Scrum Masters as Change Agents: Transforming Organizations from Within.
The purpose of the Scrum Master is to improve the adoption of Scrum and ensure that the Scrum team focuses on continuous improvement. You cannot save money by accepting inefficient and self-defeating processes. Check out our article How do I measure the success of a Scrum Master to learn more about the value delivered by the Scrum Master accountability.
After participating in the Professional Scrum Master II course, you will receive a free chance to earn the PSM II certification.
The certification exam has 30 questions. Participants have 90 minutes to complete it. The test is delivered online at www.Scrum.org. The format for the PSM exam is multiple-choice, but the questions are more about how to apply Scrum rather than just simple knowledge of the Scrum framework.
There are no required prerequisites, but I highly recommend that you participate in the PSM course before taking PSM II. The PSM course is a not-to-be-missed experience that offers participants an understanding of the Agile mindset through activities designed to provoke insights and understanding. It’s not just about the Scrum framework; it’s about the reasons behind it.
If you take the PSM II exam within 14 days of completing the PSM course and you don’t pass, you will get a second try for free. In addition, you may purchase additional retakes.
The PSM II course is usually scheduled for two days, each consisting of approximately eight hours of instruction. Rebel Scrum offers more flexible options, including the opportunity to take the class in four half-days instead of two full days. We also offer weekend classes. View our schedule for upcoming class dates.
No, there are no ongoing requirements to maintain the PSM II certification.
Scrum Masters with at least one year of experience who want to grow their Scrum knowledge and abilities. Try the Applying Professional Scrum class for those who are newer to Scrum.
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