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Certified ScrumMaster®

Taught by: Fred Mastropasqua
Train with Braintrust Group—25,000+ pros certified. Our CSM class includes hands-on practice, real-world tools, and exclusive AI prompts to improve backlogs and boost team success. Led by expert trainers, this course sets you apart and prepares you to lead with confidence.
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08 - 09 December, 2025 |
  9:00 AM EST |
 8 hrs/day

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Price increases to $695 after 11/24/2025


Max number of students: 20
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Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) Course Description

Braintrust Consulting Group is a worldwide leader in Agile and Scrum training, having helped over 25,000 professionals earn Scrum certifications. When you choose Braintrust’s Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) course, you’re choosing an interactive, engaging learning experience led by industry experts and backed by nearly two decades of success. We deliver practical, hands-on training that not only prepares you to pass your CSM exam with confidence, but also equips you with real-world techniques to immediately implement Scrum in your organization.

Whether you want to serve as a Scrum Master, are adopting Scrum, or just need the tools to be more agile, our Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) course is the right place to start. You’ll gain a solid understanding of Scrum and learn practical ways to apply it to your team and throughout your organization. Considered the gold standard of certification, Certified ScrumMaster training is an immersive and highly engaging experience.

Are you ready to embark on a journey toward becoming a proficient Scrum Master and leading your teams to success in agile projects? Welcome to the Certified ScrumMaster class. This immersive program is meticulously designed to equip aspiring Scrum Masters like you with the fundamental knowledge, skills, and tools needed to excel in the dynamic world of agile development. Certified ScrumMaster is the perfect starting point for anyone aspiring to thrive in the Scrum Master role.

Here's what you can expect from this class:

  1. Foundational Agile Principles: Dive deep into the core principles of Agile and the Scrum framework, understanding their significance in fostering collaboration, adaptability, and iterative development. Learn how to apply Scrum values, roles, and ceremonies to guide your team toward success.
  2. Mastering Scrum Practices: Gain practical insights into key Scrum activities including Sprint Planning, daily stand-ups (Daily Scrum), Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives. Discover how to facilitate these events effectively, ensuring team engagement, transparency, and accountability throughout each sprint cycle.
  3. Servant Leadership Skills: Embrace the role of a servant leader and learn how to support and empower your team members to achieve their goals. Explore techniques for removing impediments, fostering collaboration, and instilling a culture of continuous improvement within your team.
  4. Effective Communication & Collaboration: Enhance your communication skills to build strong relationships with stakeholders and foster a culture of trust and transparency. Learn how to facilitate productive discussions, manage conflicts, and align stakeholder expectations to drive project success.
  5. Certification Success: By completing this course, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to pass the Scrum Alliance’s CSM exam. Earn your certification and validate your proficiency as a Scrum Master, opening doors to exciting career opportunities in agile organizations.

Don’t miss this opportunity to jumpstart your journey to becoming a Certified ScrumMaster and unlock a world of opportunities in agile development. Join us for this transformative learning experience and become a catalyst for positive change in your organization. Enroll today and take the first step toward mastering Scrum and leading your teams to greatness!

Want to explore all your options? Braintrust offers Scrum Alliance, Kanban, SAFe, and AI classes for every level of experience.

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What You Receive

Course Benefits:

  • Demonstrate your knowledge through the gold standard of Scrum certification (Scrum Alliance CSM).
  • Guide your team to effectively use Scrum and understand why Scrum values are so important.
  • Increase your career opportunities and expand your professional community.
  • Improve your leadership skills and influence organizational change through Agile practices.

What You Receive with Your Registration:

  • Downloadable class manual and easy-to-use Scrum reference guides for handy reminders of the framework.
  • A digital copy of Braintrust’s book, Scrum for the Rest of Us, to reinforce and expand your learning.
  • 16 Scrum Education Units (SEUs) toward Scrum Alliance renewal, and 16 PDUs for PMI credential holders.
  • Two-year membership in the Scrum Alliance, connecting you to a global community of Scrum practitioners.
  • Certification exam fee included – you’ll take the official CSM exam online after the class (exam access and one free retake are provided at no extra cost).

Agenda

  • The Scrum Team: Understand Scrum roles and responsibilities (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Developers) and how the team collaborates effectively.
  • Scrum Events & Activities: Learn how to conduct all Scrum events – from Sprint Planning and Daily Scrum to Sprint Review and Retrospective – and how each event helps the team inspect, adapt, and increase transparency.
  • Scrum Artifacts & Quality: Explore the Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Increment. Learn the importance of a strong Definition of Done and how it ensures quality and consistency in each Increment.
  • Scrum Master Core Competencies: Develop skills in facilitation, coaching, conflict resolution, and servant leadership to help your team perform at its best.
  • Service to the Team & Organization: Discover how a Scrum Master supports the Developers and Product Owner, removes impediments, and contributes to organizational change and continuous improvement.
  • Who Should Attend

    • Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches (current or aspiring)
    • Software Engineers/Developers and QA Professionals
    • Business Analysts and Product Managers
    • Project Managers and Team Leads
    • New Scrum Team Members (in any role)

    Anyone new to the Agile way of working will find value in the concepts covered in the CSM course. Scrum is applicable across industries and cross-functional teams, so marketers, data scientists, HR representatives, and other professionals looking for a better way to solve complex problems are also encouraged to attend.

Expectations

Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites to attend this course – no prior Scrum or Agile experience is required. (For virtual classes, a reliable internet connection is the only technical requirement.)

Participation: Come prepared to engage! This class is highly interactive, so we expect all learners to participate in discussions and exercises. Attending the full course (typically two days of instruction) is required to be eligible for certification.

Certification Exam: Upon completing the training, you’ll be able to take the Scrum Alliance CSM online exam. The exam is multiple-choice and you can take it at your convenience after the class. Note: Your course registration includes the exam fee, and you will receive details on how to access the exam. A passing score will earn you the Certified ScrumMaster designation.

After the Class: Expect to leave with practical knowledge and materials to start implementing Scrum right away. Braintrust is committed to your success – our trainers are available for post-class questions, and you’ll join a community of alumni for ongoing support in your Agile

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