Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)
The most rigorous Scrum Master certification on the market, awarded for life by Scrum.org.
- 80 questions aligned with the Scrum Guide 2020
- 85% pass mark — simulator calibrated to that level of rigor
- Lifetime certification, no renewal fees
- Issued by Scrum.org (Ken Schwaber, co-creator of Scrum)
- 12-month access and unlimited retries
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Overview
Scrum.org is the organization founded by Ken Schwaber, official co-creator of Scrum. Its legitimacy is uncontested in the agile ecosystem, and its Professional Scrum certifications are considered the technical reference for the framework.
Unlike Scrum Alliance, which mandates a 2-day course at $1,500+, Scrum.org lets candidates prepare on their own — an open philosophy balanced by a high bar (85% correct answers required).
PSM I validates theoretical mastery of the Scrum Master role: empiricism, Scrum values, artifacts, events, and servant-leadership. It is the serious entry point for anyone who wants to play that role on a team that actually delivers in Scrum.
Why this certification in 2026
The 85% threshold is demanding: the first-attempt fail rate exceeds 30%. A faithful simulator, calibrated to the same level as the exam, is still the best way to hold the pace and avoid the subtle Scrum Guide traps that catch most candidates off guard.
Fiche d'examen
- Émetteur
- Scrum.org
- Code examen
- PSM I
- Questions
- 80 questions
- Durée
- 60 minutes
- Seuil
- 85% (68/80)
- Coût officiel
- $200 (lifetime test password)
- Validité
- Lifetime, no renewal fees
- Prérequis
- No formal prerequisites
- Langues d'examen
- English (only)
Dernière mise à jour Scrum.org — Aligned with the Scrum Guide 2020
Simulation syllabus
The syllabus follows the official exam framework faithfully.
- Scrum theory (empiricism, transparency, inspection, adaptation)
- Scrum values (commitment, focus, openness, respect, courage)
- Artifacts: Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, Increment
- Commitments: Product Goal, Sprint Goal, Definition of Done
What this certification brings you
Global recognition
Over 300,000 PSM-certified Scrum Masters in 150+ countries. The technical reference for the framework.
Maximum credibility
Issued by Ken Schwaber's organization, official co-creator of Scrum. Ultimate legitimacy.
Strong market value
PSM-certified Scrum Masters earn 15–25% more than uncertified peers (Glassdoor 2026).
Lifetime certification
No renewal fees, no PDUs to chase. Earn it once, keep it for life.
Career outlook & salaries
Ranges observed internationally and across French-speaking Africa.
| Poste | International | Afrique francophone |
|---|---|---|
| Scrum Master | €45k–75k/year | 550k – 1.4M XAF/month |
| Junior Agile Coach | €55k–85k/year | 700k – 1.7M XAF/month |
| Agile Project Manager | €50k–80k/year | 600k – 1.5M XAF/month |
| IT Team Lead | €45k–70k/year | 500k – 1.3M XAF/month |
- Poste
- Scrum Master
- International
- €45k–75k/year
- Afrique francophone
- 550k – 1.4M XAF/month
- Poste
- Junior Agile Coach
- International
- €55k–85k/year
- Afrique francophone
- 700k – 1.7M XAF/month
- Poste
- Agile Project Manager
- International
- €50k–80k/year
- Afrique francophone
- 600k – 1.5M XAF/month
- Poste
- IT Team Lead
- International
- €45k–70k/year
- Afrique francophone
- 500k – 1.3M XAF/month
Salary ranges observed on the international and West African markets. Sources: Coursera (2025), Glassdoor Cameroon and Côte d'Ivoire (2026), Grey Search Africa × HEC Paris (2025), PMI Salary Survey (2024). Certifications meaningfully lift compensation, but actual salaries depend on experience, sector, and employer.
What's included in your simulation
- 80 questions aligned with the Scrum Guide 2020
- 60-minute timer to simulate real exam pressure
- Domain-by-domain report (role, events, artifacts, scaling)
- Teaching explanations for every question
- Attempt tracking and revision progress
- Unlimited retries for 12 months
- Coaching available with a PSM II-certified mentor
Who this certification is for
Aspiring Scrum Masters
You want to step into the Scrum Master role with the most rigorous certification on the market.
Project managers transitioning to agile
You have a classical project management background and want to reposition yourself around agile methods.
Senior developers and tech leads
You're moving toward team facilitation and want to master Scrum in depth.
Agile consultants and trainers
You support transformations and need a credible certification in front of your clients.
Your ASK For IT expert
Human support from a certified expert.
Nadia Koffi
Agile Coach & Scrum Master
Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
Scrum.org-certified agile coach who has supported 40+ teams through agile transformation across French-speaking Africa.
- PSM II
- PSPO I
- SAFe SPC
They earned theirs with this simulation
« The 85% threshold intimidated me. Two mock simulations and I locked my pacing at 45 minutes to keep margin. Passed at 89% — with the calm to match. »
Mame Diarra Sy
Scrum Master — Dakar, Senegal
« The per-question explanations are pure gold — that's where I really understood the subtleties of the Scrum Guide. I'd never seen such pedagogical feedback on a simulator. »
Rodrigue Essomba
Agile Tech Lead — Douala, Cameroon
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