Certified Scrum Master Training

Course Description

Our Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Training offers a comprehensive introduction to agile project management using the Scrum methodology. This course imparts a deep understanding of the core values and principles of Scrum and Agile. Participants will become acquainted with all key roles within a Scrum team as well as planning and conducting Sprint Planning Meetings, Daily Scrums, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives. 

The interactive course format combines expert lectures with practical group exercises and discussions. Ample time is allotted to analyze and discuss real-world industry case studies. This training not only prepares you to become a certified Scrum Master but also to effectively implement and lead Scrum in your projects. 

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this Certified Scrum Master training, participants will be able to:

Dates

09 - 10

March 2026
Early Bird

Vienna
9 – 10 March 2026
09:00 – 17:00 CET

Price
EUR 1400
Price excl VAT.

Early Bird Price
EUR 1200
until 09 April 2026

15 - 16

June 2026
Early Bird

Vienna
15 – 16 June 2026
09:00 – 17:00 CET

Price
EUR 1400
Price excl VAT.

Early Bird Price
EUR 1200
until 15 May 2026

Our Course includes

What you get

TechTalk

Others

Free Copy of Mitch's Book "The Scrum Field Guide" (€40 Value)

Scrum Essential Video Course (€50 value)

Lifetime Access to Online Videos and Learning Materials (Priceless)

Unlimited Exam Retakes* (Priceless)

100+ Question CSM Practice Test (Priceless)

One on One Exam Coaching if you Fail (€250 value)

100% Money-Back Satisfaction Guarantee (Peace of Mind)

SOME

All Exam and Certification Fees Included (No Surprises)

SOME

16 PDU's towards PMI Certifications, 16 SEU's towards Scrum Alliance Certifications

SOME

A PDF, color copy of all course and exercise materials

SOME

Two Year (2) Membership to the Scrum Alliance (€100 value)

Upon course completion, students will be qualified and ready to pass the Scrum Alliance certification exam.
*Once you pass the exam, you will not need to take it again, just maintain your educational units.

How our CSM Class works

Engaging, In-Person Format: Participate in our interactive, in-person Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) classes that combine face-to-face learning with innovative digital tools like Mural. Experience hands-on learning with the added benefit of digital collaboration during exercises.

Optimized Learning Structure: Our sessions are meticulously structured to enhance understanding and retention. The course schedule is designed to delve into complex topics and provide practical experience in Scrum techniques.

Pre-Class Materials: Begin with three hours of essential pre-class video content to build a solid foundation in Scrum fundamentals. This ensures all participants are well-prepared and can dive straight into more advanced discussions and activities during the live sessions.

Interactive Sessions with Mural: Utilize Mural for collaborative exercises even in our in-person sessions, enabling real-time interaction and visualization of Scrum practices. This combination of direct interaction and digital tools fosters a deeper understanding and application of Scrum principles.

Continuous Assessment: Stay engaged with interactive quizzes that follow each video module to reinforce learning and ensure mastery of the content before moving forward.

Certification Preparation: At course completion, you will be prepared to take the Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum Master exam. Upon passing, you’ll be a Scrum Alliance CSM.

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Key Learnings

What are the Key Questions?

How do Agile principles and Scrum values specifically guide team behaviour and decision-making in real-world projects?
What are the distinct roles and responsibilities of a Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Developer, and how can these roles effectively collaborate to maximize project outcomes?
What strategies can be employed to manage and scale Scrum practices in large, geographically dispersed organizations?

Target Audience

Who is this course suitable for?

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Aspiring Scrum Masters

Perfect for those preparing to assume the role of Scrum Master or those new to this position seeking formal training and certification.

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Project Managers

Project leaders and managers wanting to implement or improve Agile practices within their teams and become certified.

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Product Owners

Individuals responsible for managing the product backlog and ensuring the team delivers value to the business, who also wish to obtain Scrum Master certification.

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Software Developers

Team members who work on projects in an Agile environment and want to enhance their understanding of Scrum processes and earn a CSM credential. 

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Agile Coaches and Consultants

Professionals guiding organizations through Agile transformations who need to solidify their knowledge base about Scrum and gain formal recognition. 

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Executives and Leaders

Decision-makers in organizations adopting Agile who require a thorough understanding of how Scrum can drive business value and wish to be certified as Scrum Masters. 

This course is suitable for anyone looking to apply Scrum practices effectively to achieve better project outcomes and obtain the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification. 

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Course Outline

Certified Scrum Master Course:
Modules and Key Topics

Foundations of Scrum and Agile

  • Learn about the core principles and values of Agile and Scrum. 
  • Understand how these principles guide and shape Scrum teams and agile organizations. 

Roles in Scrum

  • Explore the roles of Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Developer.
  • Gain deep insights into their responsibilities and collaborative dynamics. 

User Stories

  • Master the art of crafting effective user stories.
  • Practice differentiating and writing stories across various sizes (epic, theme, story) and critiquing story quality. 

Story Points & Estimation

  • Demystify story points and their usage in project estimation.
  • Explore two popular estimation methods: affinity estimation and planning poker. 

The Product Backlog

  • Discover what constitutes a well-maintained Product Backlog. 
  • Learn techniques for backlog management and the consequences of neglect. 

Sprinting

  • Dive into the components of a well-assembled Sprint Backlog.
  • Understand the definition of „done“, managing abnormal terminations, and deciding on Sprint length.

Release Planning

  • Examine the critical role of release planning in Scrum. 
  • Learn how to build a release plan and accurately estimate delivery timelines. 

Scaling Scrum to the Enterprise

  • Address the challenges of implementing Scrum at scale. 
  • Review case studies of successful Scrum adoption across large, distributed teams.

Trainer

Mitch Lacey

Mitch is an agile practitioner and trainer. Mitch has been managing projects for over fifteen years & is credited with many plan-driven & agile projects. He is the author of “The Scrum Field Guide”, a book targeting teams adopting Agile and Scrum practices.

As a Certified Scrum Trainer (CST), PMI Project Management Professional (PMP®) and Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP®), Mitch shares his experience in project and client management through Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum courses, agile coaching engagements, conference presentations, blogs & white papers.

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Our courses have a limited number of participants.

There is the possibility of a multi-booking discount for bookings of 2 or more people. If required, please indicate this on the registration form.

Vienna

9 – 10 March 2026
09:00 – 17:00 CET

15 – 16 June 2026
09:00 – 17:00 CET

Price
EUR 1400
Price excl VAT.

Early Bird Price
EUR 1200

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