The PSM exam is not straight-forward at all. You can study all of the materials, have tons of hands-on scrum experience, and still not reach the 85% mark. Most of the questions are highly subjective and support is unresponsive. The forum is full of theoretical debates.

If you aren't sure of the answer they're expecting, you won't get it without an 8 ball. For me, a total waste of money. Luckily, I have an awesome job, so pass or fail, this PSM certificate from Scrum.org really delivers no value or holds any weight.

Goodluck to anyone pursuing it, but as I manager myself (who is heavily involved in the hiring process), I stopped considering it. Just my 2 cents!

The Professional Scrum Master (PSM) exam is not straight-forward at all. You can study all of the materials, have tons of hands-on scrum experience, and still not reach the 85% mark. Most of the questions are highly subjective and support is unresponsive. The forum is full of theoretical debates.

If you aren't sure of the answer they're expecting, you won't get it without a Magic 8-Ball. For me, a total waste of money. Luckily, I have an awesome job, so pass or fail this PSM certificate from Scrum.org really delivers no value or holds any weight.

Good luck to anyone pursuing it, but as a manager who is heavily involved in the hiring process I stopped considering it. Just my two cents!