Top Resources to Study for Scrum Master Certification

 Here are some **top resources to study for Scrum Master Certification** — whether you're aiming for **PSM (Professional Scrum Master)** from Scrum.org or **CSM (Certified ScrumMaster)** from Scrum Alliance.

 
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## ✅ 1. **Official Scrum Guide (Must-Read)**
 
* 📘 **Link**: [https://scrumguides.org](https://scrumguides.org)
* 📌 Written by Scrum creators Ken Schwaber and Jeff Sutherland.
* Covers Scrum roles, events, and artifacts in just 13 pages.
* **Recommended for**: PSM & CSM exams
* **Tip**: Read multiple times and understand core values and principles.
 
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## ✅ 2. **Scrum.org Learning Paths (For PSM)**
 
* 🌐 **Link**: [https://www.scrum.org/learning-paths](https://www.scrum.org/learning-paths)
* Designed for different roles: Scrum Masters, Developers, Product Owners.
* Includes reading guides, sample questions, and self-study topics.
* **Best for**: Self-paced preparation for **PSM I** and beyond.
 
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## ✅ 3. **Scrum Master Certification Courses**
 
### 📍Top Platforms:
 
* **Scrum Alliance (CSM)** – Must attend a 2-day live training to take the exam.
* **Scrum.org (PSM)** – Self-study or attend training (optional).
* **Udemy Courses**
 
  * Popular course: *"Scrum Certification Prep + Scrum Master + Agile Scrum Training"*
  * Very affordable and rated highly
* **LinkedIn Learning**
 
  * Includes Scrum basics, Agile frameworks, and exam tips
 
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## ✅ 4. **Practice Tests**
 
* **Scrum.org Open Assessments**
 
  * Link: [https://www.scrum.org/open-assessments](https://www.scrum.org/open-assessments)
  * Free, official sample tests for PSM I, PSPO I, etc.
  * Take repeatedly until you score 95%+ before taking the real test.
 
* **MLAPRACTICE** – PSM & CSM mock tests with explanations.
 
* **Mikhail Lapshin’s PSM I Simulator** – [https://mlapshin.com](https://mlapshin.com)
 
  * Trusted by thousands of PSM aspirants
 
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## ✅ 5. **Books for Scrum Master Prep**
 
* 📗 *Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time* by Jeff Sutherland
* 📘 *Essential Scrum* by Kenneth Rubin
* 📕 *Scrum Mastery* by Geoff Watts
* 📙 *Coaching Agile Teams* by Lyssa Adkins (for advanced understanding)
 
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## ✅ 6. **YouTube Channels & Podcasts**
 
* **Scrum.org** official YouTube – Webinars, role-specific insights
* **Agile Coach** – Real-world case studies, exam prep
* **The Agile Daily Standup Podcast** – Scrum & agile discussions
 
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## ✅ 7. **Communities & Forums**
 
* **Scrum.org Forums**
* **Reddit: r/scrum**
* **LinkedIn groups** – Join Scrum/Agile professional communities
* Ask questions, share prep strategies, and learn from others' mistakes
 
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### 🎯 Pro Tip:
 
> For **PSM I**, focus on deep understanding of the Scrum Guide and take **Scrum.org Open Assessments** until you're consistently scoring above 90–95%.
 
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