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The Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) credential from Scrum Alliance validates a foundational understanding of the Scrum framework and the ScrumMaster's role as a servant-leader and coach. It covers Scrum theory and values, the Scrum Team, the Scrum events and artifacts, and the ScrumMaster's service to the Product Owner, the Developers, and the wider organization.
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About this exam
CSM is an entry-level Scrum certification covering the Scrum framework as defined in the Scrum Guide plus Scrum Alliance learning objectives. It tests understanding of empiricism, Scrum values, accountabilities within the Scrum Team, the five Scrum events, the three artifacts and their commitments, and how a ScrumMaster serves the team and organization.
Who should take this exam
New and aspiring ScrumMasters, team leads, project managers, developers, and anyone working on or with a Scrum Team who wants a recognized foundation in Scrum.
Career benefits
CSM is a widely recognized entry point into agile roles, supporting careers as ScrumMaster, agile team facilitator, and agile coach, and serving as the prerequisite for the Advanced CSM (A-CSM).
How to prepare
Attend an accredited CSM course with a Certified Scrum Trainer, read the current Scrum Guide thoroughly, study the Scrum Alliance CSM learning objectives, and practice applying Scrum theory, values, events, and artifacts to realistic team scenarios.
Quick facts
Exam costIncluded with accredited CSM course tuition (typically a few hundred to ~$1,000+ USD for the course)
Valid for2 years; renewed with Scrum Education Units (SEUs) and a renewal fee
Length60 minutes
Questions on exam50
Passing score74% (37 of 50 correct)
FormatMultiple choice, online, open book
Practice questions150
Objectives7
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What's covered
1. Lean, Agile, and Scrum
6%- 1a Agile Manifesto, principles, and the relationship of Lean, Agile, and Scrum
- 1b When to use Scrum and the benefits of an empirical approach
2. Scrum Theory and Empiricism
6%- 2a Empiricism: transparency, inspection, and adaptation
- 2b Lean thinking and the pillars of Scrum
3. Scrum Values
6%- 3a Commitment, Focus, Openness, Respect, and Courage
4. The Scrum Team
20%- 4a Scrum Team structure, accountabilities, and self-management
- 4b Product Owner accountability
- 4c Developers' accountability
- 4d Cross-functionality and the cap on team size
5. The ScrumMaster and Servant Leadership
22%- 5a ScrumMaster accountability and servant leadership
- 5b Service to the Product Owner
- 5c Service to the Developers / Development Team
- 5d Service to the Organization
- 5e Facilitation, coaching, and impediment removal
6. Scrum Events
20%- 6a The Sprint
- 6b Sprint Planning
- 6c Daily Scrum
- 6d Sprint Review
- 6e Sprint Retrospective
7. Scrum Artifacts and Commitments
20%- 7a Product Backlog and the Product Goal
- 7b Sprint Backlog and the Sprint Goal
- 7c Increment and the Definition of Done
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