ABOUT:
The Disciplined Agile Scrum Master (DASM®) Certification is designed for individuals seeking to master agile practices and lead agile teams effectively. This certification equips professionals with the knowledge and tools to implement agile frameworks in a way that aligns with their organization’s unique needs, ensuring successful outcomes in a rapidly changing environment. DASM® covers a wide range of agile and lean methodologies, providing a robust toolkit for navigating complex challenges and optimizing team performance.
CERTIFICATION BODY:
The DASM® Certification is issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI®), a globally recognized authority in project management and agile practices.
LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Upon completing the DASM® Certification training, participants will:
- Gain a deep understanding of agile and lean fundamentals and how to apply them to deliver value.
- Learn multiple agile and lean techniques from frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe®.
- Understand how to tailor these techniques to fit the unique needs of their organization or industry.
- Appreciate the principles of the Disciplined Agile mindset, including pragmatism, the power of choice, and adapting to context.
- Use the Disciplined Agile toolkit to discover and implement the most effective way of working (WoW) for each situation.
EXAM INFORMATION:
- Format: Online, 50 multiple-choice questions.
- Duration: 120 minutes total (90 minutes for the exam, 30 minutes for intro and tutorial).
- Results: Immediate, PASS/FAIL only.
- Attempts: Up to three within a 60-day period.
RE-CERTIFICATION:
- Validity: 1 year.
- Renewal: Earn 7 PDUs in agile content and pay the renewal fee.
- Purpose: Stay current with agile practices.
Curriculum
- 4 Sections
- 15 Lessons
- 40 Hours
- FOUNDATIONS OF AGILE3
- FOUNDATIONS OF LEAN4
- FOUNDATIONS OF DISCIPLINED AGILE6
- CHOOSING YOUR WAY OF WORKING (WOW)2
Requirements
- Prerequisites: None, beginner-friendly.
- Course Requirement: Complete an instructor-led or self-paced online course via PMI ATP or eLearning.
- Experience: Not required, but basic Scrum knowledge is recommended.
Target audiences
- Project managers and team leaders seeking to adopt agile methodologies.
- Individuals facing challenges in adapting to changing environments.
- Those looking to enhance their agile practice and deliver improved outcomes.
- Anyone interested in future-proofing their career by gaining expertise in Disciplined Agile.