Scrum Master Certified SMC™
Overview:Scrum Master Certified (SMC™) professionals have a practical, working knowledge of
Scrum that equips them to implement and work in a Scrum environment. The purpose of the exam is
to confirm the applicants have achieved sufficient understanding of how to apply Scrum in the
projects and to tailor Scrum in a particular scenario.
SMC™ professionals are facilitators who ensure that the Scrum Team is provided with an
environment conducive to completing the project successfully. The Scrum Master guides, facilitates,
and teaches Scrum practices to everyone involved in the project; clears impediments for the team;
and, ensures that Scrum processes are being followed.
Successful candidates will be awarded the Scrum Master Certified (SMC™) certification by
SCRUMstudy after passing the certification exam.
Audience Profile: This certification is appropriate for anyone who is interested in working as a
Scrum Master or for someone who is already a Scrum master in his organization. Scrum Master is an
important role in any Scrum team and need not be a technology expert to be effective. Moreover,
although Scrum is popular in the IT industry, it can be used effectively across different industries.
The SBOK Guide, on which the SMC course is based on, can be used as an effective guide for
implementation.
Prerequisites: There is no formal prerequisite for this certification. However, it is preferable to
complete the Scrum Developer Certified (SDC™) certification before applying for the Scrum Master
certification. It is also highly recommended to attend a 2-day SMC™ classroom training provided by a
SCRUMstudy approved Authorized Training Partner (A.T.P.)
Exam Format
Multiple Choice
100 questions per exam
One mark awarded for every right answer
No negative marks for wrong answers
120 minutes duration
Proctored online exam.
Current Pass Rate: 95%
Expected Outcome: The participants will be prepared to take SMC™ certification exam and pass.
Also they will be able to apply the concepts in their day to day job.
Maintaining Certification: To maintain the certification status, Scrum Master Certified (SMC™)
professionals will need to earn 40 re-certification credits every 3 years.
