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Professional Scrum Master - Advanced (PSM-A/PSM-II)
You’re familiar with the basics of Scrum and want to further develop your role as a Scrum Master in a targeted way. In the PSM-A training, you’ll deepen your understanding of methods for complex team situations, strengthen your facilitation skills, and learn how to further develop agile processes using data-driven approaches and AI support.
Key topics
- Apply advanced Scrum practices in complex project environments.
- Use AI strategically to further develop agile processes.
- Facilitate and support dynamic teams in a way that’s appropriate for each situation.
- Analyze and optimize workflows using data.
- Support agile product development with scalable approaches.
Prerequisite
Practical experience as a Scrum Master and solid knowledge of Scrum fundamentals.
Target group
Experienced Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches, and leaders in agile environments who want to expand their professional impact.
Those who truly master Scrum can guide teams through complexity, shape change, and deliver lasting results.
Course content
Facilitation and Leadership in Scrum
- Tools and techniques for impactful Scrum facilitation.
- How values and principles strengthen decision-making quality in Scrum.
- Taking on and developing leadership responsibility in a Scrum context.
Supporting Teams and Product Owners Effectively
- Empowering development teams and Product Owners for greater impact.
- Creating an environment that enables self-organisation and agility.
- Working with the whole organisation to give teams the best possible support.
Impact and Influence in the Organisation
- Understanding how the Scrum Master role affects the wider organisation.
- Addressing conflicts constructively and resolving them sustainably.
- Identifying and removing bottlenecks in the workflow early on.
The Scrum Master’s Roles at a Glance
- Trainer, coach, mentor, facilitator, change catalyst: knowing the different stances.
- Choosing the right stance for the right moment and switching fluidly.
- Strengthening team dynamics through deliberate role awareness.
Driving Change as a Scrum Master
- Supporting leaders and stakeholders in understanding agility.
- Building credibility as a genuine force for change and earning trust.
- Using practical examples, exercises, and methods to actively drive transformation.
Learning and Growing Together
- Reflecting together on typical challenges for Scrum Masters and team members.
- Supporting each other in real scenarios and learning from one another.
- Sharing knowledge and actively shaping a culture of continuous learning.
Up to 100% funding for your continuing education
Attractive funding opportunities are available for numerous continuing education programs – depending on the funding program, up to 100% funding is possible.
The requirement is that you live or work in Germany. Our funding opportunities are not available outside of Germany.
Funding opportunities are available for career starters, job seekers, career changers, startups, experienced professionals, those seeking career advancement, and specialists.
What will you achieve with PSM-A training?
- You deepen your Scrum understanding at an advanced level, sharpen your role awareness, and build the skills you genuinely need as a Scrum Master in complex situations.
How do PSM I and PSM II differ?
- PSM I builds the foundation with core Scrum knowledge. PSM II goes further: it demands practical experience, critical thinking, and the ability to apply Scrum in real, complex situations.
What do you need to join PSM-A training?
- Practical experience as a Scrum Master and solid Scrum knowledge are recommended. PSM I certification is an advantage but not a formal requirement.
Who benefits most from PSM-A training?
- Particularly suited to experienced Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches, and project leads who want to live Scrum professionally and develop it further in their organisation – regardless of industry.
What’s on the programme in PSM-A training?
- The programme covers scaling, team dynamics, leadership, conflict resolution, agile strategies, and the Scrum Master’s role in complex organisational structures.
What career opportunities does PSM II certification open up?
- PSM II signals in-depth Scrum knowledge, strengthens your agile profile, and opens doors to roles with greater responsibility – and can also have a positive effect on your salary level.
How widely is the PSM II certificate recognised?
- The Scrum.org certificate is valid worldwide and highly regarded in the agile community. It proves that you don’t just understand Scrum – you apply it professionally.
