Learn all you need to successfully adopt and facilitate Agile or Scrum in your workplace with our agile scrum master certification.

The Agile Scrum pathway is designed to support a holistic approach to effectively embed agile practices across an organisation. Our scrum master training course provides the knowledge, tools and capability for people to better manage change and deliver products and services.

Who is the certification for?

  • Agile Scrum Master, Agile Product Owner, Internal Coach, Development Leadership (VP / Director / Manager), Project / Programme Manager, Development Team Member (Architect, Developer, QA, Tester, UI or UX Designer) And those who are actively engaged in Agile Scrum environments.

Entry requirements

What will I learn?

  • The Agile way of thinking
  • The role of a Scrum Master
  • Agile estimating, planning, monitoring and control
  • Complex projects
  • Adopting Agile

The syllabus includes the scrum master training objectives, details of modules and learning hours, plus a recommended reading list:

Download our latest syllabus (PDF)

Please note: The old syllabus for BCS EXIN Practitioner Certificate in Agile Scrum Master will retire on 1 June 2022. If you have candidates currently training for this syllabus please ensure their examinations are taken before this date.

Download the old syllabus (PDF)

Download specimen paper (PDF)

Download answer key (PDF)

Useful resources

Visit the BCS Bookshop to find Agile books and resources.

Have a read of these Agile blogs:

How do I get the scrum certificate?

Training and exam (recommended)

Take this course with one of our accredited training providers.

How long will it take?

Classroom courses normally last three days. 

Where can I study?

At a BCS accredited training provider near you.

How much does it cost?

Course prices vary depending on your chosen training provider and course format.

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What format is the exam?

  • 90 minute ‘closed book’ exam with 40 multiple choice questions
  • Pass mark is 65% (26/40)

This qualification is not regulated by the following United Kingdom Regulators - Ofqual, Qualifications Wales, CCEA Regulation or SQA.