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  • Get 16 PDUs and 16 SEUs on course completion
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BECOME AN EXPERT SCRUM MASTER

Scrum, the most popular Agile framework is incredibly popular as it helps businesses to bolster efficiency and eradicate errors. With the right methodology, projects are completed within the deadline and at reduced costs. Our CSM certification training in San Diego helps learners master important concepts of the Agile methodology and become a certified Scrum Master.  


KnowledgeHut’s CSM course in San Diego is delivered by Certified Scrum Trainers (CSTs) with years of experience across diverse fields like Technology, Travel, Banking, Insurance, Education, and much more. Furthermore, you strengthen your conceptual knowledge with ‘learn by doing’ approach.

Here’s how our CSM training transforms your career:

  • The average annual salary for a certified Scrum Master in San Diego is $95,177
  • A CSM certification enables you to work for top companies like Honeywell, IBM, NBA, and more.
  • CSM certification qualifies you for the most high-paying Agile job roles such as Agile Project Manager, Agile Coach, Scrum Master, Project Lead.
  • Automation Engineer, Scrum Master, Project Lead, Agile Coach, and Agile Project Manager.

Get all the information about Scrum Master salaries and career growth

Today, most of the IT as well as non-IT industry majors are hiring candidates who are familiar with the Scrum framework. A Certified ScrumMaster can upscale an organization in the following ways:  

  • Guide team members through the product development
  • Help the team deliver quality products
  • Participate in the team activities with ease and also learn how to own a task
  • Resolve the impediments and enhance the team’s collaboration
  • Act as a change agent and enable a culture in which teams can flourish
  • Become a servant leader for Scrum teams that are involved in developing high-end products

Scrum framework believes in ‘self-organization’. Making a career in Scrum as a Scrum Master will help an individual to-

  • Gain a high degree of proficiency in executing Scrum.
  • Contribute in creating a healthy work environment.
  • Earn the skills that make an individual immune to internal and external distractions.
  • Become self-motivated to escalate the performance of the team.
  • Get more job opportunities in IT as well as non-IT organizations with a good pay.

What You Will Learn in This CSM Workshop

1. Scrum Theory

Understand the definition of Scrum, its values and pillars. Learn about the benefits of an iterative approach and the dangers of partial implementation.

2. The Scrum Team

Illustrate the interaction between the Product Owner, Developers, and Scrum Master in delivering Increments within a Sprint.

3. Scrum Events and Activities

Understand the benefits of timeboxing, sprint purpose and duration, key Scrum events and Product Backlog refinement.

4. Scrum Artifacts and Commitments

Learn about Agile artifacts (Backlog, Sprint Backlog, Increment) and their roles in iterative development, goal setting.

5. The Team

Understand the three Scrum Roles: development team builds, PO owns backlog (prioritizes), Scrum Master coaches and protects process.

6. Scrum Events and Activities

Learn to plan sprints, review work, reflect and adapt. Delve into daily Scrum Events/Practices and Definition of Done (DoD).

7. Scrum Master Core Competencies

Learn the role of the Scrum Master in facilitating the needs of the Scrum Team and organization, including facilitating group decision-making.

8. Service to the Team, PO, and Org

Identify the Scrum Master's role in leading the Scrum Team, managing technical debt, supporting the Product Owner and more.

Prerequisites for CSM Certification Training

There is no set of eligibility requirements to attend this Scrum Master Certification course and it can be taken by freshers or professionals who want to:  

  • Further their career in project management
  • Deepen their understanding of Scrum

Our experienced CSTs deliver training in such a way that is suitable for both novice and experienced professionals. However, it is beneficial if you have basic Scrum knowledge in a real-world context, in order to get the most from the training. Explore our 1-day Agile and Scrum foundation training for establishing solid groundwork. 

Who Usually Attend CSM Training

  • Software Engineers
  • Product Managers
  • Project Managers
  • Team Leaders
  • Business Analysts
  • Development team members
  • Testers
  • Anyone who would like to build a career as a Scrum Master

Process to become a Certified Scrum Master

Your Path to CSM® Exam Success

  • LEARN with Live, Instructor-led Sessions

    Learn with interactive live training sessions from accredited CSTs who also have years of experience as active Scrum practitioners across domains. upGrad KnowledgeHut a Scrum Alliance Registered Education Ally (REA), having trained over 450,000+ Agile professionals, and you can get the best of this experience by learning with upGrad KnowledgeHut.  

  • STUDY with Scrum Alliance-Approved Curriculum

    Study with a curriculum crafted by Professionals licensed by Scrum Alliance and understand the core concepts of Scrum events- Sprint, Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and the Sprint Retrospective.

  • PRACTICE with Case Studies, Role-Play, and Scrum Activities
    With the knowledge gained through experiential workshops, you can practice the concepts learnt with real-life case studies, role-play exercises where you replicate work-like environments, and participate in Scrum activities to embrace the role of a Scrum Master across enterprises. Clear all your doubts with mentors in weekly Scrum enablement sessions, which are vital in your exam success.

  • GET EXAM-READY with 4 CSM Mock Exams
    After mastering the knowledge learnt through ample practice, you can opt for 4 CSM mock exams that follow the exam pattern thoroughly and help you gain the confidence to crack the exam in your first attempt.

  • TAKE THE EXAM and Ace it in the Very First Go!
    Take the exam confidently and crack the 50 multiple-choice and true/false questions in 60 minutes. You will need to pass with a score of 74%. We're by your side through every step of your CSM exam preparation. With us, you'll ace your exam on the very first go and gain a Certified ScrumMaster certification!

KnowledgeHut Experience

EXPERIENTIAL WORKSHOPS

Learn from real-world simulations, in-class activities and the rich experience of industry expert trainers. 

ELITE PANEL OF CSTS

Interact with accredited CSTs who also have years of experience as active Scrum practitioners across domains. 

MENTORSHIP BY INDUSTRY EXPERTS

Get real-world tips and time-tested techniques from highly qualified mentors with extensive industry experience. 

GATEWAY TO SCRUM COMMUNITIES

Get access to a wider community of active Scrum professionals and enhance your practical knowledge. 

CONTINUOUS LEARNING AND SUPPORT

Avail continuous support through monthly webinars, e-books, and conferences and keep pace with the industry. 

POST-CLASS CAREER SUPPORT

Get access to latest resources like tutorials, articles, interview QnAs, and case studies created by experts. 

GLOBAL REA

We are a Scrum Alliance Registered Education Ally (REA), having trained over 250,000 Agile professionals.  

100% SUCCESS GUARANTEED

Crack your exam in the very first attempt with our 100% Success Rate and 100% Money-Back Guarantee! 

CSM Certification Course Curriculum from Scrum Alliance

Learning Objectives:

Get familiar with the 12 principles and 4 values stated in the Agile Manifesto through our popular in-class activity- “Draw and demonstrate”. Herein, you will be asked to form groups and illustrate all 12 principles pictorially.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • Explain the 12 principles and 4 values listed in the Agile Manifesto.
  • Demonstrate the benefits of “responding to change” in Agile over “following a plan” in traditional project management.
  • Describe how the Scrum values (courage, focus, commitment, respect, openness) relate to the Scrum artifacts, events, and roles.
  • List and explain the three pillars in Scrum ― Transparency, Inspection, Adaptation.
  • Explain the differences between framework and methodology and understand why Scrum is called a framework.
  • List 5 ways to develop an Agile mindset.
  • Illustrate 2 differences between Agile and Scrum and explain why these two terms cannot be used interchangeably.

Topics Covered:

  • Agile Manifesto
  • 12 Principles
  • 4 values
  • Scrum Foundations (5 Scrum Values)

Learning Objectives:

Learn more about the three roles in Scrum with role-based activities. Each group will play a simulation game called “candy catch” that will have three iterations. The Scrum Master and Product Owner (chosen by group members) will coordinate and help the team achieve the highest target within the shortest time.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • Conduct a retrospective to list 3 techniques to improve the performance and turnaround time.
  • Explain the roles and responsibilities of a Scrum Master and a Product Owner.
  • List 3 differences between a Scrum Master and a Product Owner and understand why these two roles should not overlap.
  • Discuss how a product owner acts as a bridge between the development team and the stakeholders.
  • Understand why a Scrum Master is not an active participant but a facilitator in the Scrum events and ceremonies.
  • List 3 demerits of having a development team of less than 3 members or greater than 10 members.

Topics Covered:

  • Scrum Master roles and challenges
  • Product Owner roles and responsibilities
  • Development team roles and responsibilities

Learning Objectives:

Take part in the Scrum Paper Plane game and learn how the 5 Scrum ceremonies work. There will be 3 sprints, each lasting 15 minutes. You need to prepare the user stories that will cover the features and functionalities along with acceptance criteria.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • Explain the “why” and “how” of sprint planning, daily scrum, sprint review, and retrospective.
  • Understand why the scope and duration of a sprint are fixed.
  • List 3 ways to avoid sprint backlog spillover.
  • Define sprint goals and discuss 5 benefits of having a sprint goal.
  • Understand how the Scrum Master and the Product Owner should coordinate with the team and list 5 points to improve such communications.
  • Discuss 3 damaging impacts of sprint cancellation and how to avoid it.
  • List 10 sprint anti-patterns (E.g. sprint cancellation, variable sprint length) and understand how these impact the delivery and turnaround time.

Topics Covered:

  • Sprint planning
  • Daily Scrum
  • Sprint Review
  • Sprint Retrospective

Learning Objectives:

Experience how Scrum works in real projects with our simulation game “Crime Teller”. The activity will be divided into 3 sprints, wherein the participants will actively employ Product backlog refinement among other scrum artifacts to solve a given “crime” story.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • List and demonstrate 5 salient features of a well-formed product backlog (E.g. estimated, prioritized).
  • Discuss 2 responsibilities of the Product Owner, Scrum Master, and the Development team in creating and maintaining a product backlog.
  • The objective of having a product backlog and best approaches to product backlog refinement.
  • Analyze and discuss the ideal time and capacity to be dedicated to product backlog refinement.
  • Demonstrate 3 activities (E.g. budget and timeline, release schedule) that take place during a sprint review.
  • List 5 sprint review anti-patterns (E.g. delayed   acceptance) and their negative impacts

Topics Covered:

  • Product Backlog
  • Sprint Backlog
  • Product Increment

Learning Objectives:

Learn about Scrum life cycle by taking part in the “coin game”. The participants will be linking ceremonies to create effective sprint goals. This module will focus on the common challenges in sprint execution and enable team members to improvise.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • Explain the difference between resolution meetings and daily standups.
  • Explain the benefits of collaborations with product owners.
  • List 3 demerits of over collaboration of the product owners.
  • Demonstrate 3 ways to break the barriers and collaborate
  • Demonstrate creation of sprint burndown chart
  • Explain 3 approaches to increase efficiency in the team

Topics Covered:

  • Sprint Execution Planning
  • Flow management
  • Resolution meetings
  • Communication (Taskboard, Sprint burndown chart using story points, hours effort)

Learning Objectives:

Play the “Marshmellow Tower” game and learn more about daily scrum and sprint retrospective in real scrum projects. The tallest tower built with the minimum raw materials and in the shortest time frame will win. Acceptance criteria will be defined by the instructor.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • Explain the importance of 15-minute timebox for daily scrum meetings.
  • List 3 differences between traditional meetings and daily stand-ups.
  • Describe 2 roles played by the Scrum Master, Product Owner, and the Development team in daily scrum.
  • List the 3 critical questions pertaining to the daily scrum agenda.
  • List 2 responsibilities of the Scrum Master, Product Owner, and the Development team during the sprint retrospective.

Topics Covered:

  • Activities in daily scrum
  • Activities in sprint retrospective

Learning Objectives:

Familiarize yourself with Definition of Done (DoD) and Acceptance Criteria with the “Crazy Juggler” game wherein you need to pass a fixed number of balls to non-adjacent team members within a certain time frame and collect them in a paper bag once marked as “Done”.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • Explain Definition of Done at three levels ― user story (e.g. writing code), sprint, and release (e.g. preparing release notes).
  • List 3 benefits of Definition of Done and explain why it can evolve over a certain period of time.
  • Prepare a checklist (with a minimum of 7 entries) of an ideal DoD.
  • Mention 3 risks associated with an ill-formed DoD.
  • List 5 characteristics of good acceptance criteria.
  • Understand who all should be involved in drafting the acceptance criteria.
  • List 3 negative impacts of not following the acceptance criteria.

Topics Covered:

  • Definition of Done for a feature (user story or product backlog item)
  • Definition of Done for a sprint
  • Definition of Done for a release
  • Definition of Done vs. Acceptance criteria
  • Done vs. Done-Done.

Learning Objectives:

Acquaint yourself with the Definition of Ready with our Lego blocks game wherein the attendees will be asked to build a city out of Lego building blocks. The “definition of ready” checklist for the final deliverable will be determined by the instructor.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • Create an ultimate checklist of Definition of Done.
  • List 3 negative impacts of an ill-formed Definition of Done.
  • Identify at least 3 benefits of a shared Definition of Done for multiple teams working on the same product backlog.
  • List 2 ways to improve Definition of Done.
  • Clearly understand the differences between “done” and “done done”.

Topics Covered:

  • Definition of Ready for user story
  • Definition of Ready for sprint

Learning Objectives:

Play the self-organization game “Human Knots” by forming teams of 5-6. Groups where team members can untie themselves first win. The time frame for this activity will be decided by your instructor. Each team will have a Scrum Master and Product Owner chosen by group members.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • Define and understand the steps involved in release planning.
  • List 3 benefits of a well-organized release planning.
  • List 3 outputs of release planning.

Topics Covered:

  • Definition of release planning
  • Who takes part in release planning
  • Steps in Release planning
  • Output of Release Planning

Learning Objectives:

Acquaint yourself with the Sprint Burndown Chart concepts by taking part in the ball point game. There will be 5 iterations and the number of points being expected at the end of the release will be communicated to the team.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • Define and understand sprint burndown chart.
  • List 3 primary reasons to use a burndown chart.
  • Learn how to create and calculate a burndown chart.
  • Explain how to adjust upcoming sprints based on the burndown.
  • List 3 critical information obtained from a burndown chart.
  • List 5 merits and 2 demerits of using a burndown chart.
  • Understand 5 common errors that lead to misleading information in burndown charts.

Topics Covered:

  • Definition
  • Why and when to use a sprint burndown chart
  • Information obtained from sprint burndown chart

Learning Objectives:

Take part in the ball point game and understand the in-depth concepts of release burn-up charts and why Scrum teams use them. There will be 5 iterations and once the sprint is completed, the team will put a mark on the release burn-up as to how many points are completed.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • Understand the importance of having a release goal (based on historical data and agreement).
  • Demonstrate the importance of release burn-up in understanding the current status.
  • List 2 differences between burndown and burn-up charts.
  • Explain how to adjust release planning (if needed) based on the burn down.
  • Tell one primary advantage of a burnup chart over a burndown chart.  

Topics Covered:

  • Definition
  • Features
  • How to create a release burn-up chart (steps)

Learning Objetives:

Explore the fundamentals of product planning, including understanding stakeholders and prioritizing features aligned with organizational goals. Delve into crafting a clear and inspiring product vision statement that guides decision-making throughout the development process. Learn practical techniques for creating and managing a product backlog effectively, ensuring continuous alignment with customer needs. Finally, understand the concepts of product roadmap, minimum releasable features, and minimum viable products to drive value-driven development in Agile environments.


Topics Covered:

  • What is product planning
  • What is product vision
  • How to create a product backlog
  • Product Roadmap 
  • Minimum Releasable features (or) Minimum Marketable Features 
  • Minimum Viable Products

Learning Objectives:

Be a part of the Lego Building Blocks game wherein participants will be asked to write user stories for every activity involved. The game will entail 3 iterations and attendees will prepare user stories that will cover the features and functionalities along with acceptance criteria. 


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • Define and explain user stories and understand the importance of user stories in real-time projects.
  • Explain the 3 Cs in user stories.
  • Discuss the importance of acceptance criteria and list 3 scenarios that might arise when the acceptance criteria are not met.

Topics Covered:

  • What are user stories?
  • Structure/format of user stories
  • INVEST criteria

Learning Objectives:

Learn more about the “what” and “how” of Agile estimation with our in-class Agile board game “Scrumble”. In an interactive setting, this game will let you analyze the common challenges faced by Scrum team members during implementing different estimation techniques in Agile.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • List and demonstrate 5 benefits of Agile estimation.
  • Understand the 7 popular Agile estimation techniques and decide which one is the best for your project.
  • Discuss 3 benefits of Relative Estimation and Planning Poker.
  • List and explain 3 common mistakes made while using Relative Estimation and their negative impacts.
  • Discuss in detail the 5 critical steps in Planning Poker. 

Topics Covered:

  • Definition
  • Benefits of Agile Estimation
  • Agile estimation techniques

Learning Objectives:

Know everything about planning poker from our popular poker card estimation game. Team members/estimators have to privately select one card and the value on each card would represent the story point. Once all cards are revealed, the values need to be discussed.


At the end of this activity, you will be able to:

  • List 5 benefits of planning poker estimation technique.
  • Decide the best sequence for the values (story points) on cards for your real-time projects.
  • Discuss in detail the 5 critical steps in Planning Poker. 
  • List 3 points to heed for employing planning poker for distributed teams.

Topics Covered:

  • Definition
  • Benefits
  • Participants
  • How to play planning poker
  • Planning Poker rules

JOURNEY OF A CERTIFIED SCRUM MASTER PROFESSIONAL


FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions on CSM® Training

Here is why you should choose KnowledgeHut to help you get CSM certified: 

  • Global Registered Education Provider of Scrum Alliance 
  • 250,000+ professionals trained on Agile and Scrum 
  • Renowned CSTs approved by Scrum Alliance 
  • 24/7 support 
  • Best-in-class workshop experience 
  • 100% Money-Back Guarantee 

Looking to know everything about CSM certification training with KnowledgeHut? Check out this blog! 

Our enthusiastic and dedicated trainers bring with them decades of experience practicing Scrum and Agile at scale in organizations across the world in a wide range of industries.

As highly skilled professionals with vast experience in delivering courses, our instructors invest their time in understanding the various challenges involved in enterprises and know what is required to succeed in the fast-paced and dynamic world. They make it a point to keep themselves up to date on developments and trends in their respective fields and work hard at transferring their learnings to you in a way that helps you build expertise in your field and get ahead in your career. 

The venue will be listed on the KnowledgeHut website under the selected workshop on our Schedules page. If it is not, then you may reach out to our Support Team on support@knowledgehut.com. 

We provide a hard copy of the courseware for our classroom participants. 

Our CSM training is live and is available in both Live Instructor-Led Virtual and Classroom Training formats. Please check our Schedules page for more details. 

We offer a variety of discounts with the dates and time that fits your requirements. The larger the group*, the larger the overall discount. Our discounts vary depending on various factors such as size of the group, training location, etc.


The process of enrolling for CSM classroom training is simple. The payment can be made through different options by using a debit/credit card which includes MasterCard, Visa Card, American Express or through PayPal. Acknowledgment will be issued automatically via email to the candidates once payment is done. 

To ask further questions, please send in an email to support@knowledgehut.com, and we will answer any queries you may have! 

With our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee policy, you are assured of the highest standards of quality. At KnowledgeHut, we strive to ensure that your learning experience with us is beyond reproach. However, if for any reason your expectations are not met, we will refund the course fee in accordance with our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee policy. 

KnowledgeHut has trained over 250,000+ Agile professionals with a 100% success rate. Our goal is to have you succeed in your CSM exam in the very first attempt too. Until you achieve your goal, you’ll receive comprehensive exam prep support every step of the way. However, if you do not clear the CSM exam, we will refund 100% of your money as per the following: 

  1. If you attempt your CSM exam on the last day of training and do not pass it on the first or second attempt (both taken on the same day), we shall refund your course fee within 7 working days. 
  2. You must initiate a refund request by writing to us via email within 7 days of purchase. 

More About CSM® Certification Benefits

CSM Career Opportunities

Scrum has become the most widely used Agile framework in organizations undertaking Agile projects increasing the demand for Scrum Masters. LinkedIn reported that Scrum Master jobs are among the top 10 most promising careers in 2019 and the demand has continued to rise. You can boost your project management profession by enrolling for a scCertified ScrumMaster training in San Diego and gaining proficient Scrum Master skills. Scrum Masters are very well paid for their collaborative abilities in San Diego. 

It is, indeed! The CSM certification will train you to become a capable Scrum Master equipped to lead and manage Scrum teams to deliver high-end products within schedule. Scrum Master has become one of the hottest skills in the industry. A CSM certification will demonstrate to prospective recruiters that you are proficient in Scrum practices and the Agile methodology. A Scrum Master certification in San Diego will make your resume stand out and open up a wide range of career opportunities.     

CSM training is an essential step to advance your career if you wish to work in Agile project management or for a firm that adheres to the Scrum principles. After completing CSM training in San Diego, your skill with Scrum processes and the Agile approach will expand. In addition, CSM training is necessary to take the CSM exam. Since there are no CSM prerequisites to meet, anyone can enroll in this Scrum master course. 

The Certified Scrum Master training in San Diego will improve your capacity to work with and manage the Scrum team and other members involved in product development. With the CSM training you'll be able to: 

  • Act as a change agent and work to create an environment where teams can thrive. 
  • Serve Scrum teams that are producing high-quality products as a servant leader. 
  • Remove roadblocks to improve teamwork
  • Have the skill to own a task and participate in team activities with ease. 
  • Enhanced communication and interpersonal skills. 
  • Promote self-organization in teams and hone your facilitation skills. 
  • Effectively and efficiently lead Scrum teams through the product development lifecycle 

Certified Scrum Masters are in demand in San Diego. Here’s a list of Top companies offering CSM jobs in San Diego: 

  • Nuvve Holding Corp 
  • Cognitive Medical Systems 
  • Leidos 
  • BAE Systems 
  • CACI 
  • Aya Healthcare 

Scrum Master jobs are in demand in San Diego and this need for qualified Scrum Masters is rising. As a globally respected credential, the CSM certification will get you recognized by potential employers not just in San Diego but internationally too.  Your career options in San Diego will expand thanks to your CSM certification, which will also keep you on top of the Scrum Master game. 

A CSM certification will validate your capacity to lead and inspire Scrum teams to create the highest-quality products on time. Becoming a Certified Scrum Master will demonstrate your proficiency in keeping up with current business trends and your commitment to ongoing self-development. With a CSM certification, you position yourself for the best career possibilities heading your way. 

The average CSM salary in San Diego is $ 91,300 per year with an estimated total pay of $114,297. The additional cash compensation for Scrum Masters in San Diego is $23,000 per year (Glassdoor). 

Several product-based companies use Certified Scrum Masters to enhance their working environments. Some of the leading product-based companies in San Diego that employ CSM professionals include the following: 

  • CACI 
  • Aya Healthcare 
  • Deloitte 
  • Tourmo 

Qualified Scrum Masters are in demand in San Diego. Below is a list of top service-based companies hiring Certified Scrum Masters 

  • Truist Financial 
  • Nuvve Holding Corp 
  • Cognitive Medical Systems 
  • Leidos 
  • BAE Systems 

CSM Certification and Training Details

The process to become a Scrum Master is the same everywhere. You can become a certified Scrum Master in San Diego by following these certification steps: 

  • Join a Certified Scrum Master training in San Diego 
  • Get Trained by Certified Scrum Trainers (CSTs). 
  • Complete training and earn 16 PDUs and 16 SEUs
  • Create your login account with Scrum Alliance
  • Apply for the CSM exam and clear it
  • Agree to Scrum Alliance’s license agreement 
  • Congratulations! You are a certified Scrum Master 

Anyone who wishes to become a Scrum Master can obtain the CSM certification. There are no CSM certification requirements to enrol for this is an entry-level credential. This Scrum master course is beneficial to both students and professionals who want to boost their project management careers. 

Enrolling in a 2-day Scrum Master Training in San Diego led by Certified Scrum Trainers is the first step towards becoming a Certified Scrum Master. The next step is to apply for and pass the CSM exam with a minimum score of 74%. Finally, you must agree to the license terms stipulated by the Scrum Alliance. 

Having a thorough understanding of the Scrum framework is a critical step in preparing well for the CSM Exam and for effectively applying Scrum principles in the organization. Here are some key factors to help you prepare well for the CSM certification in San Diego.  

  • Establish a good study plan to cover the CSM syllabus  
  • Understand the Scrum guide and comprehend its techniques  
  • Gain practical knowledge through Scrum activities 
  • Practice with the help of simulations.  

KnowledgeHut offers extensive CSM training in San Diego to assist you to pass the CSM exam and effectively implement Scrum Master at the workplace. 

The amount of time you can dedicate to study and your current level of Scrum knowledge will determine how much time you would require for the CSM certification. The CSM syllabus isn’t very extensive but rather easy and enjoyable to grasp. CSM certification training in San Diego will help you to grasp the Scrum principles and techniques and get you prepared for the CSM exam. 

The ideal CSM training is one that is designed to help you succeed in your work as a Scrum Master as well as to prepare you to pass the CSM exam. Look for these key traits in your training provider if you want to make the most of your learning experience. 

  • Training delivered by Certified Scrum Trainers (CSTs) 
  • Hands-on practical learning through in-class scrum activities 
  • Extensive exam preparation using simulations 
  • Post-career guidance to assist you to overcome challenges as a Scrum Master 

Both the CSM exam fee and the cost of the CSM course are involved in the cost of CSM certification. Please visit our schedule page to see more information on the CSM certification cost in San Diego. The cost of the CSM exam is included in our training fees. 

We provide an experiential learning experience to all candidates interested in becoming qualified Scrum Masters. KnowledgeHut offers both live-instructor-led virtual training sessions as well as in-person sessions coached by Certified Scrum Trainers (CSTs) of Scrum Alliance 

The CSM certification cost in San Diego would change based on the location and the training provider. We offer hands-on Scrum training to all candidates, mentored by Certified Scrum Trainers. Visit our schedule page to learn more about the cost of CSM in San Diego. Our CSM training fee includes the CSM exam fees. 

Absolutely! The CSM certification is a globally valid certificate provided by Scrum Alliance to all candidates who show their Scrum Knowledge by completing CSM training and passing the CSM exam.  

After completing the CSM course in San Diego and clearing the CSM exam, you will be awarded the Scrum Alliance's Certified Scrum Master Certification, a well-respected certification that is recognized throughout the globe. 

After completing the CSM certification program and gathering a year of practical Scrum experience, you might want to consider pursuing the Advanced Certified Scrum Master Certification (A-CSM) provided by Scrum Alliance to further enhance your Scrum Master skills. 

At KnowledgeHut our expert faculty includes Certified Scrum Trainers® (CSTs) who are: 

  • Approved by Scrum Alliance to teach the official Scrum Alliance curriculum 
  • Product management and Software development experts 
  • Scrum Masters with expertise in leading, applying, and coaching Scrum Practices. 
  • Members of local Agile communities, broader global Scrum, and Agile movements. 

Agile training programs are available for beginners and aspiring professionals to improve their professional development. Some popular Agile management courses include the following: 

  • CSPO®
  • Leading SAFe®
  • SAFe® Scrum Master (SSM)
  • SAFe® POPM 
  • PMI-ACP 
  • Professional Scrum Master™ I (PSM I) 
  • Professional Scrum Master ™ II (PSM II)
  • Advanced Certified ScrumMaster (A-CSM®) 
  • SAFe® 5 Advanced Scrum Master 
  • SAFe® 5 DevOps Certification 
  • Advanced Certified Scrum Product Owner℠ (A-CSPO℠ 

For more information, you can view our list of Top Agile courses available on our website. 

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Great course! The hands-on approach and case studies were very useful in helping me understand the topics better.

Jessica Kashishian

Implementation specialist
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The course was AWESOME!! I look forward to taking more classes through Knowledgehut. Eric was a great teacher!

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Andrea May
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Vivek was an excellent instructor and the training event went very well. It was instrumental in helping me clear the certification exam.

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Business Manager
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The course was good. Overall, it was a beneficial learning experience. Thanks, KH!

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The course was everything I expected and more! The real-life examples the instructor gave, made it very easy for us to understand the topics.

Rashawn Hannah

Deliverables Specialist
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Daniel was a great instructor. He was very friendly and answered all kinds of questions, de-bunked myths and inaccuracies. I would recommend this class to all scrum aspirants. I'm sure I'll pass the scrummaster test as I feel like I know the material well.

Beth Cadman

Media Relations Tech Manager
Attended Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)® workshop in December 2019
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Jimi was a phenomenal teacher.He kept the entire class entertained and engaged with lots of hands-on group activities. I thoroughly enjoyed the Certified ScrumMaster workshop. 

Jennifer Dungan

Dallas TX
Attended Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)® workshop in December 2019
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The training gave a comprehensive and expansive review of what being a ScrumMaster was all about. Lizzy, the trainer provided many real-world examples for all the topics in the curriculum. 

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Sr Principal SW Eng
Attended Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)® workshop in December 2019

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Raj Kasturi CST

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Raj Kasturi is an IT Professional with 30 years of experience in global application development and leadership. Raj started his career as a developer and wore several hats as an architect, DBA, App Dev Manager, Project Manager, Scrum Master, Scrum Trainer, Enterprise Agile Coach and Agile Team Coach to name a few.

Raj has helped various organizations transition from waterfall to agile. Raj is an adjunct faculty at Penn State University and has taught several technology, Project Management, Agile and Scrum courses for the past 21 years. Raj is a Certified Scrum Trainer® (CST® ) from Scrum Alliance and has co-trained and coached with some of the industry’s leading thought leaders. Raj has been a speaker at international conferences, author and also a facilitator for User Groups. Raj has traveled throughout the US, Europe and India to deliver agile classes and to speak at conferences.

Raj has helped various organizations transition from waterfall to agile. Raj is an adjunct faculty at Penn State University and has taught several technology, Project Management, Agile and Scrum courses for the past 21 years. Raj is a Certified Scrum Trainer® (CST® ) from Scrum Alliance and has co-trained and coached with some of the industry’s leading thought leaders. Raj has been a speaker at international conferences, author and also a facilitator for User Groups. Raj has traveled throughout the US, Europe and India to deliver agile classes and to speak at conferences.

Raj lives in Pennsylvania with his wife and three teenage kids. He uses Scrum at home and always works from an ordered product backlog that his wife is constantly refining.

 

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Rohit Arora

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.Rohit Arora is a seasoned Agile Trainer and Coach with extensive experience in software development and a proven track record of leading Agile transformations for large organizations. His expertise spans Agile/Scrum, Lean/Kanban, XP practices, and DevOps principles, making him a sought-after professional in the Agile community.

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