CSM (Certified ScrumMaster) — Scrum Alliance
Most widely recognized Scrum credential among Canadian employers; mandatory live training ensures hands-on learning; 95% recommendation rate.
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Site officiel →Fondé
2002
Siège
Denver, CO, USA
Accréditation
Scrum Alliance proprietary; no ISO accreditation
Public cible
New-to-mid Scrum Masters, developers transitioning to SM roles, and agile coaches in Canadian tech and financial-services teams.
Caractéristiques
- 2-day mandatory instructor-led course
- 50-question, 60-minute online exam (37/50 to pass)
- Taught by vetted Certified Scrum Trainers (CSTs)
- Scrum Alliance community membership included
- Pathway to A-CSM, CSP-SM and CST levels
Comment obtenir cette certification
Accréditation: Scrum Alliance proprietary; no ISO accreditation
Pourquoi se certifier — ROI
Avantages carrière
- Ce qui distingue cette certification
- Most widely recognized Scrum credential among Canadian employers; mandatory live training ensures hands-on learning; 95% recommendation rate.
- Reconnaissance du secteur
- Scrum Alliance proprietary; no ISO accreditation
Qui devrait obtenir cette certification
Idéal pour:
- New-to-mid Scrum Masters
- developers transitioning to SM roles
- and agile coaches in Canadian tech and financial-services teams.
Envisagez des alternatives si:
- High course cost (trainer sets price)
- Recurring $100 USD renewal every 2 years
Tarifs
| Niveau | Prix |
|---|---|
| Course + exam (trainer-set) | CAD 800–3,400 (USD 600–2,495) |
| Renewal (every 2 years) | ~CAD 140 (USD 100) + 20 SEUs |
Points faibles
- High course cost (trainer sets price)
- Recurring $100 USD renewal every 2 years
- Exam considered easy — less proof of deep knowledge
- No free self-study path; must take paid course
Marchés disponibles
Global
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