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    What Is the Certified ScrumMaster Certification?Your Route into Agile Delivery

    The Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) is Scrum Alliance's entry-level Scrum Master credential, and this Certified ScrumMaster certification training in Dortmund prepares you to facilitate Scrum teams, remove impediments and lead with a servant-leadership mindset. It validates your grasp of the Scrum framework, the Scrum Master role and the five Scrum values that make agile teams effective. The programme is aligned to the Scrum Alliance CSM Learning Objectives and the current Scrum Guide (November 2020 edition), and is delivered by a Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum Trainer (CST) as the credential requires. You cover Scrum theory and empiricism, the three pillars, all five Scrum events, the three artefacts and the Scrum Master's service to the team, Product Owner and organisation, then sit the open-book online exam through the Scrum Alliance portal. With adesso, Materna and Signal Iduna anchoring one of Germany's strongest insurance-technology and IT-services hubs, Dortmund employers actively recruit certified Scrum Masters. Formalise your Scrum knowledge with Invensis Learning and take a confident first step in the Scrum Alliance Scrum Master track.

    Invensis Learning is aligned with Scrum Alliance to provide CSM certification in Dortmund. The training is delivered by Certified Scrum Trainers (CST) using official Scrum Alliance courseware and the CSM Learning Objectives.

    What Is the Certified ScrumMaster Certification?Your Route into Agile Delivery

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    Invensis Learning is aligned with Scrum Alliance to provide CSM certification in Dortmund. The training is delivered by Certified Scrum Trainers (CST) using official Scrum Alliance courseware and the CSM Learning Objectives.

    Key Highlightsof the CSM Certification Training Course

    CSM Certification Eligibility in DortmundDo You Qualify for the CSM Exam?

    Why the CSM Credential Is Worth ItOutcomes for You and Your Team

    CSM Exam Format in DortmundWhat to expect on exam day

    The Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) assessment validates your understanding of the Scrum framework and your readiness to serve as a Scrum Master on delivery teams. The assessment focuses on the Scrum Guide foundations, the three roles (Product Owner, Scrum Master, Developers), the five events, the three artifacts, and the values and theory underpinning empirical process control. Through a combination of multiple-choice questions, candidates are tested on their ability to apply Scrum principles in real-world team environments.

    CSM Certification Cost in Dortmund

    Note: Prices may vary depending on your location and delivery preferences. Reach out to our learning advisors for the exact pricing details.

    Where a Scrum Master Role Leads in DortmundDemand, Roles and Pay

    The CSM has become the baseline Scrum Master credential across Dortmund, valued by insurers, IT-services firms, logistics operators and manufacturers that run agile delivery at scale. As adesso, Materna and Signal Iduna drive insurance digitisation and the Ruhr region continues its shift to technology and services, certified Scrum Masters are in steady demand. Roles range from Scrum Master and Product Owner to Senior Scrum Master and Agile Coach, and here is what the local market is telling us right now.

    What Is Fuelling Scrum Master Demand in Dortmund

    The CSM is more than a certificate. It is a credential that opens agile delivery roles across Dortmund's insurance, IT and logistics employers. Join professionals who lead effective Scrum teams. Start your journey today.

    Your Dortmund Career Transformation

    From Team Player to Certified Scrum Master

    Your Dortmund Career Shift

    Dortmund's agile job market is expanding with insurance digitisation, IT-services growth and the Ruhr region's shift to technology, and employers increasingly separate certified Scrum Masters from the rest. Here is which side of that line you want to be on.

    Sources: PayScale, Glassdoor, Hays, ERI SalaryExpert (Germany) 2026.

    How to Get CSM Certified in DortmundStep-by-Step Certification Process

    The path to online CSM certification in Dortmund is straightforward. Complete the 2-day Certified Scrum Trainer® (CST®)-led course, take the Scrum Alliance assessment online, and activate your credential through your Scrum Alliance account. Most learners complete the process within a few days of finishing the course.

    Step 1: Enrol in the 2-Day CSM Course

    Choose your preferred Invensis Learning CSM cohort (2-Day Live Online Bootcamp or Corporate Group Training). All cohorts are led by a Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum Trainer® (CST) using official courseware and the latest Scrum Guide.

    Step 2: Attend and Participate in the Full Course

    Attend both days and take part in the workshops, exercises, and discussions. Active participation in the full 16-hour course is required by Scrum Alliance to become eligible for the CSM test.

    Step 3: Receive Your Scrum Alliance Test Invitation

    After the course, your CST submits your participation to Scrum Alliance, which emails you an invitation to take the online CSM test through your Scrum Alliance account.

    Step 4: Take the CSM Test

    Complete the CSM test online: 50 multiple-choice questions in 60 minutes, with a 74% pass mark (37 of 50). You receive two free attempts within 90 days of completing the course.

    Step 5: Accept the License Agreement and Earn CSM

    On passing, accept the Scrum Alliance License Agreement in your account to activate your Certified ScrumMaster® credential, digital badge, and 2-year Scrum Alliance membership.

    Step 6: Maintain Your Credential

    CSM is valid for 2 years. Renew by earning 20 Scrum Education Units (SEUs) and paying the Scrum Alliance renewal fee before your credential expires.

    Module 1: Agile and Scrum Overview

    • Agile Manifesto
    • 12 Principles
    • 4 values
    • Scrum Foundations (5 Scrum Values)

    Module 2: The Three Roles in Scrum

    • Scrum Master roles and challenges
    • Product Owner roles and responsibilities
    • Development team roles and responsibilities

    Module 3: Scrum Ceremonies

    • Sprint planning
    • Daily Scrum
    • Sprint Review
    • Sprint Retrospective

    Module 4: Scrum Artifacts

    • Product Backlog
    • Sprint Backlog
    • Product Increment

    Module 5: Sprint Execution

    • Sprint Execution Planning
    • Flow management
    • Resolution meetings
    • Communication (Taskboard, Sprint burndown chart using story points, hours effort)

    Module 6: Daily Scrum and Sprint Retrospective

    • Activities in daily scrum
    • Activities in a sprint retrospective

    Module 7: Definition of Done (DoD) and Acceptance Criteria

    • Definition of Done for a feature (user story or product backlog item)
    • Definition of Done for a sprint
    • Definition of Done for a release
    • Definition of Done vs. Acceptance criteria
    • Done vs. Done-Done

    Module 8: Definition of Ready

    • Definition of Ready for user story
    • Definition of Ready for sprint

    Module 9: Release Planning

    • Definition of release planning
    • Who takes part in release planning
    • Steps in Release planning
    • Output of Release Planning

    Module 10: Sprint Burndown Chart

    • Definition
    • Why and when to use a sprint burndown chart
    • Information obtained from sprint burndown chart

    Module 11: Release Burn-Up Chart

    • Definition
    • Features
    • How to create a release burn-up chart (steps)?

    Module 12: Product Planning

    • What is product planning
    • What is product vision
    • How to create a product backlog
    • Product Roadmap
    • Minimum Releasable features (or) Minimum Marketable Features
    • Minimum Viable Products

    Module 13: User Stories

    • What are user stories?
    • Structure/format of user stories
    • INVEST criteria

    Module 14: Agile Estimation

    • Definition
    • Benefits of Agile Estimation
    • Agile estimation techniques

    Module 15: Planning Poker

    • Definition
    • Benefits
    • Participants
    • How to play planning poker?
    • Planning Poker rules

    Course Curriculumof the Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Training

    The CSM curriculum follows the official Scrum Alliance CSM Learning Objectives and the latest Scrum Guide. Modules are delivered over 2 days by a Certified Scrum Trainer® with hands-on workshops, facilitated exercises, and real Scrum scenarios.

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    Skills You Will Build in This CSM CourseServant Leadership You Can Apply at Work

    In this CSM course you will learn to facilitate Scrum teams, run all five Scrum events and remove impediments as a servant leader, aligned to the Scrum Alliance CSM Learning Objectives and the November 2020 Scrum Guide. By the end you can apply the Scrum framework confidently in real delivery.

    Apply Scrum Theory and Empiricism

    Understand the empirical foundations of Scrum and the three pillars of transparency, inspection and adaptation, and see why Scrum works in complex, fast-changing delivery environments.

    Live the Five Scrum Values

    Put commitment, focus, openness, respect and courage into practice, and learn how these values build trust, enable the three pillars and underpin effective Scrum teams.

    Build Effective Scrum Teams

    Understand the accountabilities of the Scrum Master, Product Owner and Developers, and how self-management and cross-functionality make a small, cohesive team deliver value.

    Facilitate All Five Scrum Events

    Facilitate the Sprint, Sprint Planning, the Daily Scrum, the Sprint Review and the Sprint Retrospective, keeping each within its timebox and focused on the Sprint Goal.

    Manage the Three Scrum Artefacts

    Work with the Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog and Increment, and apply their commitments, the Product Goal, the Sprint Goal and the Definition of Done, to keep work transparent.

    Lead as a Servant-Leader Scrum Master

    Coach teams, remove impediments and serve the team, the Product Owner and the organisation, using facilitation and coaching techniques rather than command and control.

    Who Should TakeCSM Training in Dortmund?

    Scrum Master

    Agile Team Lead

    Project Manager (Agile)

    Delivery Manager

    Team Lead

    Product Manager

    Business Analyst (Agile teams)

    Agile Coach (aspiring)

    Who Can Take This Certification Training

    Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Training Modesfor Professionals and Teams

    We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer collaborative classroom learning, live online sessions, team-based training, or personalized guidance, choose the option that best supports your Scrum learning and professional development journey.

    CSM Live Virtual Training

    • Live online instructor-led sessions

    • Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    • Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    • Practice assessments and revision support

    • Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    • Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    • Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    • Access from any location with internet connectivity

    EUR 890

    Attend fully interactive online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences. This virtual CSM training in Dortmund option enables professionals to participate from any location.

    Official Scrum Akiance International-aligned Course Material

    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

    CSM Classroom Training

    • Instructor-led classroom sessions

    • Interactive discussions and group activities

    • Real-world examples and practical exercises

    • Structured learning with fixed schedules

    • Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

    • Practice assessments and knowledge checks

    • Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

    • Immediate trainer feedback and support

    Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This classroom CSM training in Dortmund format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

    Official Scrum Akiance International-aligned Course Material

    Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

    CSM Corporate Group Training

    • Customized training aligned to organizational goals

    • Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended

    • Scheduling tailored to business availability

    • Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions

    • Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable

    • Dedicated coordination and administrative support

    • Consistent learning experiences across teams

    • Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

    Designed for organizations that want to build Agile capabilities at scale, standardize Scrum practices, and support workforce development through customized team learning initiatives. This format is ideal for CSM training for companies in Dortmund seeking to strengthen Agile delivery and team collaboration across the organization.

    Official Scrum Akiance International-aligned Course Material

    Best For: Organizations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent training across teams.

    CSM Focused 1-to-1 Training

    • One-to-one instructor attention

    • Customized learning plans and objectives

    • Flexible scheduling based on availability

    • Personalized feedback and coaching

    • Additional focus on challenging topics

    • Targeted practice and revision support

    • Faster clarification of questions and concepts

    • Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

    Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions with an expert trainer. This format provides CSM coaching in Dortmund for professionals seeking individualized support and focused learning guidance.

    Official Scrum Akiance International-aligned Course Material

    Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.

    CSM Live Virtual Training

    CSM Live Virtual Training

    Live online instructor-led sessions

    Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    Practice assessments and revision support

    Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    Access from any location with internet connectivity

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    EUR 890

    Please Note: Attend fully interactive online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences. This virtual CSM training in Dortmund option enables professionals to participate from any location.

    Official Scrum Akiance International-aligned Course Material

    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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    Why Choose Invensis Learning in DortmundYour Scrum Alliance Partner

    Invensis Learning delivers Scrum Alliance aligned CSM training for professionals and organisations in Dortmund who want to build agile delivery capability and earn a recognised Scrum Master credential. As a Scrum Alliance Registered Education Provider, our courses are led by a Certified Scrum Trainer and combine practical facilitation, industry case studies and learner-focused support. Whether you enrol as an individual or plan corporate training for your team with a trusted CSM training company in Dortmund, you get a professional learning experience built around real-world application, clear guidance to the online exam, and measurable outcomes.

    • Scrum Alliance aligned CSM training delivered by a Certified Scrum Trainer (CST)
    • Experienced trainers with real agile delivery and coaching experience
    • Flexible formats: live virtual instructor-led and onsite classroom training
    • Structured, Scrum Alliance aligned courseware and case studies
    • Two-year Scrum Alliance membership included on certification
    • Guidance to complete the course and pass the online exam on first attempt
    • Dedicated learner support before, during and after training
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    • Upskill whole delivery teams on Scrum in one aligned programme
    • Customised training built around your products and delivery context
    • Flexible delivery through onsite, live virtual or hybrid formats
    • Certified Scrum Trainer led sessions with role-based examples
    • Schedules aligned to your team's availability and time zone
    • Progress tracking, assessments and dedicated coordination
    • Scalable delivery for local, regional and distributed teams

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    Moved into a Scrum Master Role

    "The trainer made the Scrum framework genuinely click, from the three pillars to running a real retrospective. I passed the CSM exam a week after the course and stepped into a Scrum Master role in Dortmund's insurance sector."

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    Filled the Gaps in My Scrum Knowledge

    "As a developer I already worked in Scrum, but the course filled the gaps in the values, the artefacts and the Scrum Master's real job. The facilitation exercises were the most useful part for me."

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    A Clear Bridge from Waterfall to Scrum

    "Coming from traditional project management, this course helped me understand how Scrum governance differs and how to serve a team rather than direct it. Clear, practical and well paced."

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    Stronger Sprint Discipline Across Teams

    "We trained a group of delivery leads and the impact on our sprint discipline was immediate. The onsite sessions were tailored to our insurance-technology context, and our teams now speak a common Scrum language."

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    Standardised Agile Ways of Working

    "Rolling out CSM training across our IT-services teams standardised how we facilitate events and handle impediments. The coordination was smooth and the trainer clearly knew agile delivery in practice."

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    Frequently Asked QuestionsHere's everything you may ask...

    The CSM is Scrum Alliance's entry-level Scrum Master credential. It validates your understanding of the Scrum framework, the Scrum Master role and the values and practices that make Scrum teams effective, and it is the most widely recognised Scrum Master certification worldwide. It suits anyone new to Scrum or formalising existing knowledge.

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    What is the CSM certification and who is it for?

    The CSM is Scrum Alliance's entry-level Scrum Master credential. It validates your understanding of the Scrum framework, the Scrum Master role and the values and practices that make Scrum teams effective, and it is the most widely recognised Scrum Master certification worldwide. It suits anyone new to Scrum or formalising existing knowledge.

    Is the CSM certification worth it in Dortmund?

    Yes. Employers across Dortmund's insurance, IT-services and logistics sectors, including adesso, Materna and Signal Iduna, actively hire certified Scrum Masters. Scrum Master roles in Germany commonly pay from around €58,000 to €85,000, and the CSM is a recognised entry point into these agile delivery careers.

    Who should take the CSM course?

    The CSM suits aspiring Scrum Masters, developers, testers, business analysts, team leads and project managers who work in or want to join agile teams. There is no formal education or work-experience requirement, so it is ideal for anyone new to Scrum or formalising existing knowledge.

    How long is the CSM certification valid?

    The CSM is valid for two years. To renew it, you earn 16 Scrum Education Units (SEUs) within each two-year cycle and pay the Scrum Alliance membership renewal fee. SEUs can be earned through courses, conferences, coaching and self-study.

    What is the next step after the CSM?

    The Advanced Certified ScrumMaster (A-CSM) is the next level in the Scrum Alliance Scrum Master track, covering advanced facilitation, coaching and stakeholder engagement. The CSM is the mandatory prerequisite, and A-CSM also requires around 12 months in a Scrum Master role.

    Pricing

    How much does CSM training cost in Dortmund?

    CSM training fees vary by format and provider, and the Scrum Alliance exam fee is typically included in the course fee paid to the training organisation. For current pricing and upcoming batches in Dortmund, request a quote from our learning advisors.

    What is included in the CSM course fee?

    The fee typically includes Scrum Alliance aligned courseware, trainer-led sessions with a Certified Scrum Trainer, case studies, practice questions and access to the online CSM exam. Passing the exam also includes a two-year Scrum Alliance membership. Contact us to confirm what your plan includes.

    Is the CSM exam fee included in the training price?

    Yes, the CSM exam fee is generally covered within the course fee, as the exam is unlocked through Scrum Alliance after you complete an approved course. Ask a learning advisor to confirm the exam inclusion for your chosen batch.

    Do you offer group or corporate discounts for CSM training?

    Yes. We offer corporate group training with customised schedules and volume-based pricing for teams in Dortmund and across the Ruhr region. Ask about corporate and group pricing for a tailored quote.

    What payment options are available?

    We accept major credit and debit cards and bank transfers, and instalment options are available on selected plans. Speak with a learning advisor to choose the option that suits you.

    Exam

    What is the format of the CSM exam?

    The CSM exam is an open-book, online, multiple-choice test taken through the Scrum Alliance member portal after you complete an approved course. It is based on the Scrum Alliance CSM Learning Objectives and the current Scrum Guide.

    How many questions are on the CSM exam and how long is it?

    The CSM exam has 50 multiple-choice questions and a time limit of 60 minutes. It is taken online without a proctor, and you can refer to materials during the exam.

    What is the passing score for the CSM exam?

    You need 74% to pass, which means answering at least 37 of the 50 questions correctly. Candidates typically have three attempts within 90 days of completing the course.

    Do I need to attend a course to sit the CSM exam?

    Yes. Attendance at an approved CSM course delivered by a Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum Trainer (CST) is mandatory. The exam cannot be accessed until you complete the course, after which you have 90 days to sit it online.

    What if I do not pass the CSM exam first time?

    You generally have three attempts within the 90-day window after your course, so a first-time miss is not the end of the road. Our trainers provide guidance and practice to help you pass, and you can revisit the open-book materials for each attempt.

    Course Content

    What topics does the CSM course cover?

    The course covers the six CSM areas: Scrum theory and principles, the five Scrum values, the Scrum Team, the five Scrum events, the three Scrum artefacts and the Scrum Master role, all aligned to the Scrum Alliance CSM Learning Objectives.

    Which version of the Scrum Guide is the course based on?

    The course is aligned to the current Scrum Guide, the November 2020 edition, along with the Scrum Alliance CSM Learning Objectives. The 2020 Scrum Guide introduced the Product Goal and framed the Sprint Goal and Definition of Done as commitments.

    Do I need prior experience to take the CSM course?

    No prior experience is required. The CSM has no formal education or work-experience prerequisite, and the course is designed to take beginners through the Scrum framework step by step, so it suits those new to Scrum as well as experienced team members.

    How long is the CSM training?

    Invensis Learning delivers the CSM as a 16-hour programme, run as two full days or four half-days depending on the schedule. This meets Scrum Alliance course requirements and prepares you for the online exam.

    What learning materials are provided?

    You receive Scrum Alliance aligned courseware, industry-driven case studies on facilitation and impediment removal, practice questions and guidance on the online exam. A two-year Scrum Alliance membership is included when you pass.

    Enrollment

    How do I enrol in the CSM course in Dortmund?

    You can enrol through the Invensis Learning website. Choose your preferred format and batch, complete payment, and you will receive access to schedules, courseware and joining details. Talk to a learning advisor if you need help choosing a batch.

    What training formats are available?

    We offer live virtual instructor-led training (online) and onsite classroom training in Dortmund, plus customised corporate group training. This lets you choose the format that best fits your schedule and learning style.

    When can I start and how soon can I get certified?

    New batches run regularly, and because the CSM exam is taken online within 90 days of course completion, many learners certify within days of finishing the two-day course. See upcoming schedules or ask an advisor for the next available batch.

    Can I reschedule or transfer my enrolment to another batch?

    Yes. You can reschedule or transfer to another batch under our published policy, and selected plans include added flexibility. Contact our support team to arrange this.

    Is the training suitable for distributed or remote teams?

    Yes. Our live virtual instructor-led format lets distributed teams across Dortmund and the wider Ruhr region train together in real time, while corporate onsite delivery is available for teams that prefer in-person sessions.