Professional Scrum Master (PSM)

When: 9:30am – 5:00pm; Wednesday, Nov 15, 2023 to Thursday, Nov 16, 2023
Where: Eastern Time (EST/EDT); Online

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Course Overview

Day 1: Welcome
Scrum theory and principles
The Scrum Framework
The Definition of Done
Running a Scrum project
Day 2: Working with people and teams
Scrum in your organization
Estimation & Planning
The role of the Scrum Master
Graduation

The Professional Scrum Master course is an exploration of the Scrum framework and the role of the Scrum Master. PSM is the cutting-edge course for effective Scrum Masters and anyone coaching an organization toward business agility.

Training materials are created and maintained by Ken Schwaber and the PST community — always in tune with what’s happening in software development and always up-to-date with latest practices.

Which Format Is Right For You?

I offer the course in two formats: 1-on-1 or for groups.

Premium 1-on-1

Pay a little more for an exclusive experience at your convenience.

Join me for a 1-on-1 session. Perfect for executives, senior managers, or consultants who want premium, private, fast-paced instruction.

Group

Enjoy a combination of team-based exercises and instructor-led discussion.

Who Should Attend?

PSM is for anyone involved in product development, project delivery, or organizational change. The course incorporates examples related to software development, though the course is thoroughly enjoyable even for non-software product developers.

What You Get

Expertise

Expert instruction with professional trainer, David Sabine.

Alumni Discounts

All alumni earn a lifetime of discounts for my future courses.

PSM I Token + Discounts

All attendees get two attempts at PSM I and alumni discounts on David’s future classes.

Unlimited Reruns

The door is always open. Join my future sessions of this course at no charge. Redeem here.

Earn PDUs

Earn credits for Project Management Institute® or other professional memberships.

Self-Paced Learning

Comprehensive Learning Paths provide clear guidance and materials for self-study and exploration.

What People Say

“It feels like I actually shadowed a Scrum Master.”
— Real Estate Agent

“David is an exceptional speaker and has an exceptionally high level of knowledge and experience.”
— Director of DevOps & Services, D+H Corporation

“David is an exceptional trainer. Nobody should think twice if given a chance to take his classes.”
— PSU participant

“David is a knowledgeable teacher with a wealth of experience, and he is a caring coach who will help you understand how to use Scrum and grow as a professional.”
— Former Teacher, Transitioning to Scrum Master

“A must-take course with a must-have instructor to understand the core principles, fundamentals, and common pitfalls of Scrum. Fantastic course. Highly recommend.”
— Amazon, Global Customer Relations Executive

“David is a great presenter. The tools he uses to deliver the content are brilliant. I really enjoyed it and will keep an eye out for future opportunities for my team.”
— Director Product Development, Deighton Associates

“David explains each concept in a manner that not only engages the participant but also encourages and challenges. I sincerely thank him for this wonderful and engaging material.”
— PSU participant

Thousands of technology leaders worldwide have sought my advice & training.

Canadian Institute for Health Information

CIBC: Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, HSBC

The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company

As Professional Kanban Trainer (PKT) with ProKanban.org and Professional Scrum Trainer (PST) with Scrum.org, I work to improve the profession of software delivery. I help organizations deliver products and services of the highest possible quality and value.

My career highlights the intersection of business, technology, and education. With broad experience, I help organizations and teams understand agility at all levels: practice and delivery, leadership and stewardship, organizational design and culture.