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Exam Format
- Exam Code: CSM® (Certified ScrumMaster) — credential awarded by Scrum Alliance.
- Certification Level: Foundational Agile / Scrum practitioner
- Exam Duration: 60 minutes (1 hour) for the online CSM exam.
- Passing Score: ~74% (i.e., typically 37 out of 50 questions correct).
- Unscored Content: The exam may include unscored or pilot items, but candidates are graded only on scored items. (Standard practice for certification exams; not explicitly disclosed but implied by training providers’ exam outlines.)
Exam Details
- Question Types: Multiple-choice and true/false style questions (50 questions total).
- Number of Questions: 50 questions.
- Hands-On Focus: While there’s no “hands-on lab,” the exam assesses real-world understanding of Scrum roles/events, and preparation typically includes interactive exercises and case scenarios.
Exam Policies
- Prerequisite Training Required: To sit for the CSM exam, **you must complete a 2-day (minimum ~16-hour) Certified ScrumMaster training course led by a Certified Scrum Trainer (CST).
- Exam Attempts: Training typically includes two free exam attempts within a fixed window (e.g., 90 days after training completion).
- Rescheduling/Cancellation: Depends on course provider and Scrum Alliance policies (training attendance is needed before exam access).
- Retake / Additional Exam Fees: After free attempts, additional exam tries may incur a fee (often around $25).
Certification Validity and Renewal
- Validity: The CSM certification is valid for two years from the date issued.
- Renewal Options: To renew, you must:
- Earn Scrum Education Units (SEUs) through continuing education, volunteering, event participation, webinars, etc.
- Submit SEUs via the Scrum Alliance portal.
- Pay the renewal fee (approximately $100 USD for CSM) and meet SEU requirements (e.g., 20 SEUs for CSM).
Exam Fee
- Exam & Training Fee: There is no standalone exam fee from Scrum Alliance — the CSM exam is included in the cost of an approved CSM training course offered by a Certified Scrum Trainer (CST). Typical course/training pricing varies widely by provider and location.
- Typical Cost (Training + Exam Included): $500–$2,000 USD (or local equivalent) depending on the country, provider, and delivery mode (online vs in-person).
- Taxes: Country-specific VAT/GST or other taxes may apply on training fees.
Prerequisites
- There are no formal prerequisites to take the CSM certification training or exam (i.e., no prior Agile experience is required), but it is mandatory to attend the 2-day training course by a Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum Trainer before attempting the exam.
Exam Topics
The CSM exam focuses on core aspects of Scrum theory and practice, including:- Scrum Framework & Principles: Agile manifesto, values, roles, events, rules.
- Scrum Roles: Scrum Master, Product Owner, Development Team responsibilities.
- Scrum Events & Practices: Sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint review, sprint retrospective.
- Artifacts: Product backlog, sprint backlog, increments.
- Team Facilitation: Removing impediments, facilitating collaboration, servant leadership mindset.
Intended Audience
The CSM certification is ideal for:- Aspiring Scrum Masters and Agile practitioners looking to formalize Scrum knowledge.
- Project managers, team leads, business analysts, and developers transitioning to Agile roles.
- Professionals in software, IT, and non-IT sectors who want to improve Agile team performance.
Career Impact
Jobs You Can Get:- Scrum Master, Agile Coach (entry-level), Project Lead, Delivery Lead, Agile Team Facilitator.
- Varies by region and experience. Certified ScrumMasters often command competitive salaries globally given strong Agile adoption (industry surveys report Scrum certification as a factor in salary uplift). (General industry knowledge)
- Provides globally recognized proof of Scrum competency and strong foundational understanding of Agile frameworks — a key differentiator for team-level Agile roles. (Industry standard)
Exam Mode
- Online Proctored: The CSM exam is taken online through Scrum Alliance’s testing system after training completion.
Exam Booking Link
- Scrum Alliance / CSM Certification: You must register for an approved CSM training course via the Scrum Alliance site and attend it to gain access to the exam. Registration and scheduling are managed through the training provider and your Scrum Alliance candidate profile.
After passing:
- Download Certificate: Your CSM certification badge and certificate become available in your Scrum Alliance dashboard upon passing the exam.
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