This course introduces the Agile Business Consortium Scrum Master qualification, combining Agile principles with the Scrum framework. You will develop an understanding of Scrum roles, events and artefacts, alongside the theory that underpins effective team collaboration. The course supports you in building the practical knowledge needed to coordinate teams, improve delivery outcomes and contribute more effectively within Agile environments.
Agile Business Consortium Scrum Master
Scrum skills for team leadership
This two-day course is designed for professionals who are starting out as a Scrum Master or developing further in the role. You will learn the principles of Scrum, team roles, events and artefacts, along with approaches that support collaboration and structured delivery. The course also strengthens your practical knowledge, helping you build confidence in Agile environments and contribute more effectively to day-to-day delivery within Scrum teams.
Learning objectives
At the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Describe the main principles and structure of Scrum
- Recognise the purpose of Scrum roles, events and artefacts
- Support effective product backlog management
- Help Scrum teams work collaboratively and stay organised
- Contribute to the wider use of Scrum in the workplace
- Encourage ways of working that support team improvement
Key facts
Certification
Scrum Master
Who it’s for
This course is for individuals starting or working in a Scrum Master role or managing Scrum teams.
Prerequisites
There are no entry requirements for this course or exam.
Exam information
The exam is a 50-minute multiple choice, closed book assessment with a 60% pass mark. It is delivered online via remote proctor.
Optional extras
Pass Protect exam insurance
Pre-course
There are no pre-course requirements for this course.
FAQs
This course introduces the Scrum Master role and the principles that support Scrum-based delivery. It is designed for individuals who want to build their understanding of how Scrum teams work, how delivery is structured and how the framework can be applied more effectively in Agile environments.
What does the Scrum Master role involve?
The Scrum Master acts as a facilitator and supports the Scrum team in applying the framework effectively. This includes helping the team self-organise, improving collaboration and ensuring that Scrum practices are understood and followed across the organisation.
Who should take this course?
This course is suitable for individuals starting a Scrum Master role, those currently working in the role, or anyone responsible for managing teams using Scrum. It is particularly relevant if you want to strengthen your understanding of Scrum and build knowledge that can be applied in day-to-day delivery environments.
How does this certification support my career as a Scrum Master?
This certification helps you build a stronger understanding of Scrum principles, roles and practices, which are widely used in Agile environments. By developing skills in team facilitation, backlog refinement and sprint planning, you can contribute more effectively to delivery outcomes and take on greater responsibility within Scrum teams.
What will I learn about Agile and Scrum on this course?
You will learn the core principles of Agile, including collaboration, flexibility and responsiveness, alongside the Scrum framework. The course covers key roles, events and artefacts, as well as practical techniques such as planning, collaboration and managing work across the sprint, helping you build knowledge that can be applied more confidently in the workplace.
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