The Professional Scrum Master I certification exam requires a combination of academic coursework in project management and the successful completion (85% passing rate or higher) on a one-hour, 80-question certification exam.
Twelve Martha and Spencer Love School of Business students recently earned the Professional Scrum Master I credential offered by Scrum.org, demonstrating their fundamental knowledge of the Scrum framework, Scrum Master accountabilities, and how to apply Scrum practices.
The Professional Scrum Master I certification exam requires a combination of academic coursework in project management and the successful completion (85% passing rate or higher) on a one-hour, 80-question certification exam.
Offered through Scrum.org, the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) certification exam is a globally recognized credential that tests the following Focus Areas as defined within the Professional Scrum Competencies: understanding and applying the Scrum framework, developing people and teams, and managing products with Agility. By mastering Agile practices, certified Scrum Masters gain the confidence to navigate evolving project requirements, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement within their teams.
Within Elon’s project management curriculum, the PSM I certification is a mandatory component of the Agile Project Management (MGT 4170) course taught by Assistant Teaching Professor of Management Scott Oakes. Through engaging coursework, practical exercises, project-based assignments, guest speakers and simulations, students delve into the dynamic world of Agile methodologies, gaining a deep understanding of its principles and applications. This course not only familiarizes students with agile frameworks but also emphasizes the pivotal role of the Scrum Master within agile team settings.
This class achieved a 100% first-time pass on the PSM I exam. Elon University is a certified university partner with Scrum.org and is listed as a certified partner on their website.
The PSMI complements the CAPM as the two project management certifications available to project management majors.
Congratulations to the following students for earning their Professional Scrum Master I certification:
Charlie Billinger, PSM I
Maddie Cook, PSM I
Noah Goldstein, PSM I
Jake Kadnar, PSM I
Oliver Keicher, PSM I
Raiyan Khalid, PSM I
Daire McCarthy, PSM I
Madison Oliver, PSM I
Ben Patterson, PSM I
Jordan Shaf, PSM I
Arthur Shea, PSM I
Jackson Steiner, PSM I
