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How to Prepare for and Pass the Professional Scrum Master Exam

By torrie william

Updated on Sep 14, 2017 | 4 min read

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Whether you are an avid student or attending a Scrum course or preparing for the Scrum Master exam, these are the tips of a Scrum.org Trainer to pass the exam at first. If you use Scrum in your organization but you do not get the effectiveness you expect, and there are many advanced problems that you cannot solve, this is the ideal course for you.

The Professional Scrum Master course introduces the principles and theories of empirical process control, which are the pillars of Scrum. Once these fundamental pillars have been built, roles, artifacts and events are explained through individual and team exercises. Through the study of real cases, it goes a step further and introduces everyday situations which organizations that use Scrum face every day such as -planning, portfolio management, leadership and conflict management .

The Professional Scrum Master certification course focuses on the role of Scrum Master. It includes advanced work tools to facilitate leadership through the service and changes needed to use Scrum, work with people and teams, coaching and facilitation, as well as scrum scaling.

Planning for Scrum

  • Whether you have attended one of our official courses Professional Scrum Master in London or Manchester or you are preparing on your own or have attended a course from another provider, this article has discussed the fundamental keys to crack the PSM examination and become Scrum Master.
  • The PSM I exam is the most rigorous in the industry. It really prepares you to be a Scrum Master, evaluating your knowledge of Scrum
  • If you have attended an unofficial trainer course, it is likely that you have provided a list of questions or exams and have to pay for the exam yourself. This type of suppliers, like David Martí of the company Xsfera, have no relation with Scrum.org, and their credentials are more than dubious. Your only goal is to charge you 395 € with a quick course that will leave you with more doubts than you brought in, and you will have to work a lot on your account to approve.

Roadmap for Passing Scrum Master Exam

Earning a Scrum master certification plays a prominent role in the organization by expanding your knowledge and skill set in scrum principles. CSM certification demonstrates you as a scrum master, focusing based on scrum, iterative progress, team performance, and accountability. Before you appear for the Scrum master exam, you have to do some pre-preparation plan and understand the requirements to clear the exam on your first attempt. 

Do your Open Assessment

Begin your scrum master exam preparation by practicing open assessments and mock tests. To analyze your preparation level. A comprehensive self-assessment will help you prepare better for the exam. In addition, make sure you are up-to-date with the exam information. 

Study Scrum Guide

In the next step, you must familiarize yourself with the scrum course material that the Scrum Alliance provides. The materials contain sourcebooks and course materials, including every topic that forms the approach of the scrum framework. Most of the MCQs will be asked from these online study materials. It is critical for the scrum master exam, aiding you to prepare notes and enhance your knowledge of every fundamental topic. 

Go Through Scrum Glossary

Aspirants who want to become scrum masters often overlook the significance of the scrum master guide's glossary. However, it holds the same importance as the scrum master examination guide. Therefore, take a printout of the scrum glossary and learn all the terms. 

Create your Mind Map

A mind map, irrespective of the type of exam, is a unique and helpful resource. It will help you learn for the exam in your own space and pace, where you can mark down every important piece of information. Ultimately, it will strengthen your memorizing power and reiterating capability. 

Revise the Assessment

Now that you have passed through almost all the steps in the learning phase and grasped all the required information for the exam, it's an item to build a solid foundation for understanding scrum and its framework. It will make you more confident and instill newly acquired knowledge compared to the initial stage of your preparation. 

Practice Mock Tests

Once you have completed the training course for the scrum master exam, you should practice mock tests. Both free and paid mock tests are available on various websites and designed with the entire syllabus. It will help you test the level of your preparation and allow you to become acquainted with the examination pattern before attending the actual one.  

Remember, practicing mock tests is a critical step that one should not ignore before the exam. Make sure to go through as many practice tests as you can. While in the process, prepare a list of the questions you are unsure about. It will allow you to understand the topics for which you need more preparation, helping you to concentrate on major topics.

Study the Scrum Guide

  • It leaves most of the PSM exam questions and has all the key knowledge to understand how Scrum works.
  • Not only do you have to devote a quick reading. It needs a comprehensive reading. Take your time to mark what you do not understand and try to find the solution in the guide itself. It is worth devoting that time.
  • Make sure you understand key concepts such as the value of self-organization.

Review the Glossary of Scrum.org Terms

  • Scrum.org has a fairly extensive glossary of terms in which descriptions of each Scrum key word, its events, artifacts, and roles are present.
  • This glossary is essential to prepare for the exam. Also, in the realization of the same, be sure to add it to your bookmarks so you have it handy and see it first instead of searching it on Google.

Get Ready Using Scrum.org Open Assessment

  • In the Open Assessment of Scrum.org you will find groups of 30 question with solutions that include some real questions of the PSM I. Take your time and do it as many times as you need. You have 30 minutes to complete the assessment.
  • Ideally, before throwing yourself in for the actual test, you should pass at least 3 times in a row without any mistake in the open exam, leaving you plenty of time to finish it. If not, continue practicing and studying.
  • In the end you will nail it.

Buy and Read Gunther Verheyen's Scrum Pocket Guide

  • Gunther has long been the shepherd of the Professional Scrum series at Scrum.org, making him the ideal person to write a reference book in Scrum.
  • This small book deals in-depth with the topics set out in the official Scrum guide. Along with the glossary of terms from Scrum.org, this will be your ally to pass the PSM exam and become a Professional Scrum Master.

Scrum Master Exam Tips

Once you have completed the preparation, you are ready to sit for the scrum master exam. However, a few aspects must be considered to ensure you experience smooth sailing during the examination. Here are some tips to follow:

  • Understand the Exam Format – The scrum master exam is a multiple-choice and closed-book examination. Therefore it is important to understand the exam formation for better time management. 
  • Complete Knowledge – Simply reading or learning the scrum guide is inadequate for the exam. At the same time, preparing, relating the concepts with each other and learning how to utilize the connection to discover solutions. Ensure you have acquired thorough knowledge by analyzing whether you can respond to the questions with accurate answers. 
  • Attend all the Questions – Since there will be no negative scores for incorrect responses, attend to all the questions on the exam to increase your chances of succeeding. 
  • Ensure to Focus – Concentration during preparation and appearing for the exam is crucial. Therefore, practice maintaining focus while attending the mock test and try to use the best of the time. Select the slot that suits your needs when you are free from interruptions and have a good internet connection. 
  • Manage Time – Time management is another critical aspect of the certified scrum master exam. Use every minute of the exam wisely. For instance, don't waste your time on challenging questions initially; instead, mark the known answers. Remember, you will have a strict period to complete all the questions. 
  • Opt for Preparation Course – If you want to clear the scrum master exam, consider enrolling in the best certification course designed to help you learn the material and succeed with a good score. Going for the PSM I training and PSM II training will help you build, coach, and mentor a high-performing Scrum team as PSM. 

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Conclusion

A certification in scrum master reflects your knowledge of scrum. It also indicates how you are an avid learner passionate about guiding your team on the path of creating excellent products and aids in achieving your organization's goals. This certification accredits your knowledge and skills in the scrum framework, making you stand out among competitors and opening up new, lucrative career opportunities. 

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