This course includes
- 2 days of live, project-based training from experts
- Proprietary workbook included
- Verified digital certificate of completion
- Learn at an accredited institution
- Credits: 1.2 CEUs
- Small class sizes
This two-day, entry-level course is taught by a Certified Scrum Trainer®. The CSM course is designed to cover all the basics of Scrum so you can begin to fulfill the ScrumMaster role. In the CSM course, you will learn about: Scrum basics and core values How the Scrum framework compares to other methods, such as waterfall How to identify when to use Scrum A Scrum team’s three roles and responsibilities Scrum meetings, including the Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective and Release Planning Sprint Backlog and Product Backlog Scrum artifacts, including the Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog and Burndown Charts.
This course has a prerequisite
Students should have prior experience working in a team-based project environment and an understanding of collaborative workflows or iterative development practices.
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Schedule & Enrollment: Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Course
- 2 Days
- Full tuition: $1,499
- Washington, DC or Live Online
- Expert instructors
- Small classes
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Tuition
Full Tuition
Full tuition: $1,499Due before the class starts
This course includes
- 2 days of live, project-based training from experts
- Proprietary workbook included
- Verified digital certificate of completion
- Learn at an accredited institution
- Credits: 1.2 CEUs
- Small class sizes
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Attend this course in-person in Washington, DC or Live Online. Engage with expert instructors, ask questions, and get feedback on your exercises and projects.
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Get face-to-face interaction with an instructor and other students when you learn at our DC campus. Courses are hands-on with a computer and software provided.
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- Experienced instructor in the room with you
- Computer and software provided
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Get the same interactivity and access to the instructor as in-person students. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your remote setup is perfect.
- Live, interactive class
- Experienced instructor teaching live online
- Remote setup assistance provided



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Earn a Certificate of Completion
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Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Course Curriculum
What You'll Learn at a Glance
- Qualification for Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM) Certification after passing a short certification exam.
- 14 PDUs from PMI® (Project Management Institute) PMI-ACPSM: This course counts as 14 of the 21 contact hours for the PMI-ACP certification
Course Syllabus
Module 1: Overview of Scrum
- Introduction and Overview
- Origin & Values
Module 2: Agile
- Manifesto and Principles
- Agile Mindset
Module 3: Scrum Framework
- Roles, Ceremonies, Artifacts
- Potentially Shippable Product Increment
Module 4: Scrum Roles
- Responsibilities and mindset
- Key elements to each role
Module 5: Meetings
- The Daily Scrum
- Sprint Review
- Sprint Retrospective
Module 6: Sprint Planning
- Prioritization and the sprint goal
- Sprint planning meeting
Module 7: Release Planning
- Velocity
- Estimating the Product Backlog
- Release Planning Meeting
Module 8: Tracking Progress
- Burndown Charts
- Task Boards
Module 9: Product Backlog
- Estimating and prioritizing Product Backlog
- Writing User Stories
Module 10: Project Simulation
- Applying the Scrum Framework
- Simulation debrief and real-world application
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