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APMG Accredited Course

ABC Scrum Master

Master the Scrum Framework with an Internationally Recognised Certification

The ABC Scrum Master course, accredited by APMG International and the Agile Business Consortium, provides a thorough grounding in the principles and practice of the Scrum framework. Based on The Scrum Guide – developed by Scrum creators Ken Schwaber and Jeff Sutherland – this two-day programme covers Scrum roles, events, artefacts, and the rules that bind them together.

Combining instructor-led theory with team-based exercises, the course is purposefully designed to be business-focused rather than purely IT-oriented. Whether you are new to Agile or looking to formalise your existing experience, you’ll leave with the confidence and credentials to drive Scrum adoption in your organisation.

What You’ll Learn

  • A deep understanding of the Scrum Framework – its theory, practices, roles, rules and values – as defined in The Scrum Guide
  • The role of the Scrum Master in detail and how it interacts with different members of the Scrum Team and other stakeholders
  • How to act as a servant-leader, promoting and enabling self-organisation to create high-value products
  • Techniques for constructing an effective development team with an appropriate mix of skills and experience
  • How to facilitate Scrum Events – Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review and Sprint Retrospective
  • Strategies for identifying and removing impediments to the Scrum Team’s progress
  • Mastering Scrum principles so you can apply them confidently when you return to the workplace

Entry Requirements

  • There are no mandatory prerequisites for this course
  • Some experience or understanding of a project or product-development environment is recommended
  • The course complements AgilePM® and can be taken as a standalone qualification or alongside it

Course Details

  • Duration: 2 days (examination on the afternoon of Day 2)
  • Certification: APMG International & Agile Business Consortium
  • Exam: 50 multiple-choice questions in 40 minutes, closed book – pass mark 37/50 (74%)
  • Delivery: Classroom, virtual or on-site – proctor-led & computer-based exam
  • Validity: Lifetime certification with no mandatory recertification

Who Should Enrol?

  • Scrum Masters: Formalise your role with an internationally recognised credential and deepen your practical expertise
  • Project & Programme Managers: Understand how Scrum integrates with broader project delivery and Agile methodologies
  • Development Team Members: Gain a clear picture of Scrum ceremonies, artefacts and responsibilities to collaborate more effectively
  • Product Owners & Business Analysts: Learn how the Scrum Master role supports product development and stakeholder engagement
  • Managers & Team Leads: Discover how to foster self-organising teams and create an environment where Scrum can thrive

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