IPM-SCRUM

Overview
Benefits
Competences
Assessment
Credentials
Why IPM

A Credential for High-Performance Scrum Delivery

The IPM Scrum Project Professional® is a globally recognised, practitioner-level certification that validates a professional’s ability to apply the Scrum framework in real project environments. It demonstrates applied competence across Scrum roles, events, and artefacts — and the servant leadership skills required to coach high-performing, adaptive teams.

Awarded by the Institute of Project Management (IPM), this credential signals readiness to function as an effective Scrum Master — and serves as the ideal preparation for the internationally recognised Scrum.org PSM I examination. It represents a recognised benchmark of Scrum competence, backed by 35+ years of project management excellence and trusted by 50,000+ professionals worldwide.

The Competitive Edge
This Certification Delivers

Scrum expertise has become a defining advantage across every industry practising Agile delivery. Organisations are no longer judged solely on outcomes, but on how teams are led — balancing iterative delivery with structured governance, servant leadership, and continuous improvement.

Professional Advantages

Globally Respected Qualification

Enhanced Credibility in Scrum Expertise

Stronger Positioning for Agile Roles

Scrum Capabilities

Full Scrum Framework Mastery

Scrum Leadership & Team Coaching

Backlog, Sprint & Ceremony Management

Network & Ecosystem

12-Month
IPM Membership

Global Project Management Network

Mentorship, Forums, Events, and more

What It Means to Hold
This Certification

A holder of the IPM Scrum Project Professional® credential demonstrates the ability to lead Scrum teams and manage delivery in real-world project environments – not just understand the framework in theory.

Coach and support Scrum teams, removing impediments and driving continuous improvement
Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies — Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Review, and Retrospective
Manage and prioritise the Product Backlog to ensure consistent, high-value delivery
Apply servant leadership, empirical process control, and Agile coaching across the organisation

IPM Scrum Project Professional®
Assessment Details

The IPM Scrum Project Professional® certification includes a formal examination that validates your ability to apply Scrum principles in real project management contexts. The exam is included in the course fee and is scheduled four days after the final class day.

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Exam Overview

Exam Name: IPM Scrum Project Professional® Certification Examination
Format: Online Written Examination
Question Style: Scenario-based problem-solving — testing practical application, not just recall
Level: Senior Project Manager level
Timing: Scheduled four days after the final class day
Delivery: Online, via the IPM Student Hub
Included: Yes — exam fee is included in the $700 course fee
Retakes: Contact IPM for retake policy and fees

What the Exam Tests

The examination is designed to assess practical competence, not just theoretical knowledge. Questions are scenario-based, meaning candidates must apply Scrum frameworks and principles to realistic team and delivery situations. Key areas assessed include:

Scrum roles, events, artefacts, and the rules that bind them
Scrum Master responsibilities with the team, Product Owner, and organisation
Backlog management, Sprint planning, and ceremony facilitation
Servant leadership, team dynamics, and Agile coaching techniques
Empirical process control — transparency, inspection, and adaptation
Real-world Scrum application — preparation for the Scrum.org PSM I examination

Exam Preparation Support

IPM provides comprehensive preparation materials via IPM Student Hub to ensure all candidates are fully equipped to succeed:

Practice Quizzes: Topic-by-topic quizzes aligned to the exam curriculum
Question Bank: A bank of sample certification questions to build familiarity with the exam format and question style
Course Materials: Full access to all training materials, slides, and resources covered during the 2-day programme
Session Recordings: Recordings of live sessions available for a limited period post-training

Why IPM?

Reputation & History

Project Management Expertise

Why This Certification?

Globally Positioned

360° Learning Partner

Reputation & History

Established in 1989, IPM is a globally recognised certification body with 35+ years of excellence.
50,000+ professionals trained and 10,000+ certified through internationally accredited programmes.
Partnership wih leading academic and certification bodies upholding global PM standards.
Trusted by 1,000+ organisations to upskill teams and deliver results.

Project Management Expertise

Our faculty of certified experts bring 25+ years of real-world project experience — from Project Directors to former PM Certification Heads.
For over 35 years, IPM has specialised solely in project, programme, and portfolio management, bringing decades of proven expertise to every learning experience.
Each programme blends international best practice with hands-on learning, helping you apply what you learn from day one.

Why This Certification?

This certification validates Scrum delivery capability, strengthening credibility for Agile-focused roles and modern project environments.
Develops practical expertise across Scrum frameworks, sprint delivery, backlog management, and Agile team leadership practices.
Provides access to the IPM ecosystem, supporting continued growth through membership, professional networks, and industry engagement.

Globally Positioned

IPM’s global position is strengthened through partnerships with the world’s leading project management certification bodies — IPMA®, PMI®, and PRINCE2®.
Through partnership with TU Dublin, Ireland’s second-largest university, IPM is able to offer programmes with university credits.
This affiliation links IPM to the European University of Technology (EUt+), extending our connection across Europe and beyond.

360° Learning Partner

As your learning partner, IPM supports your growth beyond the classroom through IPM Hub & Membership — a professional network for continuous learning and development.
Gain access to Mentoring, Volunteering, Events, and Jobs Portal — helping you build experience, connections, and career growth.
Publish your writing to strengthen your thought leadership and stay updated with global industry updates.

How to Get Certified

Begin your certification journey with a structured pathway designed to guide you from learning to proven capability. Start by enrolling in the programme, where you will gain access to core materials, frameworks, and guided sessions aligned with global standards.

Throughout the process, you will complete applied assessments and practical tasks that reflect real-world scenarios—ensuring each step builds both understanding and skill.

Select a Date

Choose a certification session that fits your schedule and preferred format

Complete Enrolment

Complete the Programme

Complete the structured curriculum with faculty support, applying knowledge through exercises and quizzes to build readiness.

Prepare for Assessment

Use the preparation materials provided via IPM Hub to consolidate your knowledge and build exam readiness

Sit the Examination

Sit a scenario-based online examination, demonstrating applied understanding and achieving the required standard to earn certification.

Earn Your Credential

Achieve IPM Project Professional® certification and verifiable digital badge, with PDUs awarded to support ongoing professional development.

Get Recognised as a Certified IPM Scrum Project Professional®

Earn a recognised, verifiable Scrum credential and showcase your expertise through a shareable digital badge and official certificate — with a clear pathway to the Scrum.org PSM I.