Why get certified?
The world is going Agile, are you? SCRUMstudy™'s widely accepted certifications help individuals and organizations complete projects faster and more successfully.
Scrum with AI Certification Hierarchy
SCRUMstudy™ certified professionals help organizations improve their project delivery processes which leads to increased ROI. Their specific Scrum knowledge promotes a practical approach to product development, which includes the anticipation and response to issues and changes in a timely manner
Though there is no mandatory prerequisite for most of the SCRUMstudy™ certifications, it may help to follow the preferred hierarchical structure.
Scrum with AI Certified (SAC™)
Scrum with AI Certified course is designed to help professionals understand how Artificial Intelligence can be integrated into the Scrum framework to improve efficiency, decision-making, and project delivery. The course covers the fundamentals of Scrum while introducing AI concepts, tools, and practical applications aligned with the SBOK® Guide. Participants gain a clear understanding of how AI can support backlog prioritization, sprint planning, risk management, and performance analytics to deliver successful projects. This course is included as a part of the Free Primary Lifetime Membership. The purpose of the Scrum with AI Certified exam is to validate your knowledge of Scrum principles combined with the effective use of AI. On passing the exam, you will be accredited as “Scrum with AI Certified.”
Scrum Developer with AI Certified (SDAC®)
The Scrum Developer with AI Certified (SDAC®) certification is an entry-level credential designed for Scrum Team members and professionals working in Agile environments who want to combine foundational Scrum knowledge with the power of Artificial Intelligence. This program ensures participants understand Scrum roles, events, and artifacts while also learning how to leverage AI-powered project management tools for backlog refinement, task estimation, sprint tracking, defect analysis, and workflow optimization. Through comprehensive online courseware and preparation resources, candidates gain practical, real-world exposure to AI-enabled Scrum practices. Upon successfully passing the online proctored exam, professionals earn the SDAC® certification, validating their ability to contribute effectively to modern, data-driven Agile projects.
Scrum Master with AI Certified (SMAC®)
The Scrum Master with AI Certified (SMAC®) certification is designed for modern Agile professionals who want to lead Scrum teams using the power of Artificial Intelligence. This advanced program combines core Scrum principles with practical application of AI-driven project management tools to enhance Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Reviews, and Retrospectives. Participants learn how to leverage real-time AI insights for backlog prioritization, risk identification, performance tracking, and smarter decision-making. By integrating AI into the Scrum framework, this certification prepares professionals to improve team productivity, streamline workflows, and deliver projects more efficiently in today's data-driven Agile environment.
SCRUMstudy Agile Master with AI Certified (SAMAC™)
The SCRUMstudy Agile Master with AI Certified (SAMAC™) program is designed for professionals who want to master Agile principles while leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence to drive smarter decision-making and delivery excellence. In today's rapidly evolving technological and market landscape, organizations require adaptive planning, iterative development, and data-driven execution to remain competitive. This certification equips candidates with a strong understanding of Agile values and methodologies while enabling them to evaluate, compare, and select the most appropriate Agile approach for different project environments. Participants also gain exposure to AI-powered tools that enhance forecasting, risk assessment, workflow optimization, and performance tracking. Upon successfully passing the certification exam, applicants are awarded the SCRUMstudy Agile Master with AI Certified (SAMAC) credential, validating their expertise in applying Agile frameworks integrated with intelligent AI-driven practices.
Scrum Product Owner with AI Certified (SPOAC®)
The Scrum Product Owner with AI Certified (SPOAC®) certification is designed for professionals who represent stakeholder interests while leveraging Artificial Intelligence to maximize product value in Agile environments. This program equips Product Owners with the skills to clearly communicate product vision, define and manage dynamic backlogs, establish measurable acceptance criteria, and ensure successful delivery—all enhanced by AI-powered insights. Participants learn how to use real-time AI tools for backlog prioritization, stakeholder analysis, predictive forecasting, and data-driven decision-making. The certification emphasizes maintaining a balanced perspective—understanding stakeholder expectations while effectively collaborating with the Scrum Team to optimize outcomes. Upon successfully passing the certification exam, candidates are awarded the Scrum Product Owner with AI Certified (SPOAC®) credential, validating their ability to lead product strategy using both Scrum best practices and intelligent AI-driven tools.
Scaled Scrum Master with AI Certified (SSMAC™)
Large projects require multiple Scrum Teams to work in parallel. The Chief Scrum Master coordinates the activities of multiple teams to deliver potentially shippable product increments while fostering collaboration and guiding the effective implementation of Scrum.
Scaled Scrum Product Owner with AI Certified (SSPOAC™)
The Chief Product Owner makes day-to-day business decisions for large projects involving multiple Scrum Teams and Product Owners. The Chief Product Owner prepares and maintains the overall Prioritized Product Backlog and coordinates work across teams through the Product Owners of individual Scrum Teams. The Chief Product Owner is ultimately responsible for the final deliverable of the project.
Expert Scrum Master with AI Certified (ESMAC™)
The Expert Scrum Master with AI Certified (ESMAC™) certification is the next step for Scrum practitioners seeking to further demonstrate advanced expertise in the Scrum framework. ESMAC™ professionals showcase their ability to manage complex Scrum projects and scale Scrum across large teams, programs, and portfolios.
Certification Hierarchy
SCRUMstudy™ certified professionals help organizations improve their project delivery processes which leads to increased ROI. Their specific Scrum knowledge promotes a practical approach to product development, which includes the anticipation and response to issues and changes in a timely manner
Though there is no mandatory prerequisite for most of the SCRUMstudy™ certifications, it may help to follow the preferred hierarchical structure.
Scrum Fundamentals Certified
The Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC™) course is tailored to help anyone interested in learning the basics of Scrum. This course is included as a part of a Primary lifetime membership. The purpose of the Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC™)' certification exam is to confirm participants have a fundamental understanding of the Scrum methodology.
Scrum for Operations & DevOps Fundamentals Certified
The Scrum for Operations & DevOps Fundamentals Certified (SODFC) course by SCRUMstudy. This program provides insights to extend Scrum principles to Business & IT Operations, and DevOps. The certification is based on the Extending Scrum to Operations and DevOps white paper. Participants get insights into the process of optimizing workflow, enhancing quality, and aligning business goals with organizational capabilities of the organization.
Scrum Developer Certified (SDC®)
Scrum Developer Certified (SDC®) is an entry level certification. The objective of this certification is to ensure that participants understand the basics of Scrum which Scrum team members need to know to effectively contribute to a Scrum project.
Scrum for Operations & DevOps Expert Certified
The Scrum for Operations & DevOps Expert Certified (SODEC) program provides insights into extending Scrum framework to business & IT operations and DevOps. The certification is based on the Scrum for Ops and DevOps white paper. Participants get a keen understanding of processes to optimize workflow, enhance quality, align business goals with technical capabilities of the organization, and set up organization for Ops and DevOps. The certification fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, empowering organizations to stay agile and deliver exceptional value to their customers in the dynamic landscape of product development, operations management, and DevOps.
Scrum Master Certified (SMC®)
Scrum Master Certified (SMC®) professionals have a practical, working knowledge of Scrum that equips them to guide and implement Scrum projects in a Scrum environment. The purpose of the exam is to confirm that applicants have achieved sufficient understanding of how the apply Scrum framework and practices to projects and to tailor Scrum in a particular scenario.
SCRUMstudy Agile Master Certified (SAMC™)
SCRUMstudy Agile Master Certified (SAMC™) professionals possess a wide range of knowledge and understanding of the values, methods and intricacies of Agile methodologies, including Scrum. The purpose of the exam is to confirm participants have the ability to compare and choose the appropriate methodology in a given situation.
Scrum Product Owner Certified (SPOC®)
The Scrum Product Owner Certified (SPOC®) certification exam is designed to confirm a Product Owner's applicants practical and working knowledge of Scrum in terms of the ability to handle the related business aspects and projects stakeholders (particularly the customer) in a Scrum environment.
Scaled Scrum Master Certified (SSMC™)
Scaled Scrum Master Certified (SSMC™) Large projects require multiple Scrum Teams to work in parallel. The Chief Scrum Master is responsible for coordinating activities of multiple Scrum Teams to develop potentially shippable product increments/deliverables. The Chief Scrum Master fosters collaboration and coaches others with the implementation of Scrum for a smooth delivery of the project’s products. Apart from clearing impediments and ensuring a conducive project environment for the Scrum Teams, the Chief Scrum Master collaborates with the Chief Product Owner, other Scrum Masters, and Product Owners in activities such as developing the list of components and resources needed in common for all teams throughout the project.
Scaled Scrum Product Owner Certified (SSPOC™)
The Chief Product Owner makes the day-to-day business decisions in the case of large projects with numerous Scrum Teams and multiple Product Owners. The Chief Product Owner prepares and maintains the overall Prioritized Product Backlog for the large project, using it to coordinate work through the Product Owners of the Scrum Teams. The Chief Product Owner will be responsible for the final deliverable of the project. Apart from making final business decisions, the Chief Product Owner collaborates with the Chief Scrum Master, other Product Owners, and Scrum Masters to develop a list of components and resources needed in common for all the teams throughout the project.
Expert Scrum Master Certified (ESMC™)
The Expert Scrum Master Certified (ESMC™) certification is the next step for Scrum practitioners to further demonstrate their expertise in the Scrum methodology.
SCRUMstudy™ Certified Trainer (SCT®)
The SCRUMstudy™ Certified Trainer (SCT®) course is for Scrum practitioners who wish to become Scrum trainers. To become a SCRUMstudy™ Certified Trainer (SCT®), candidates need to successfully pass any three SCRUMstudy™ certification exams (out of SDC®, SMC®, AEC™, SPOC® and ESMC™). These must include the certification courses that they wish to teach.
SCRUMstudy™ Certified Agile Coach (SCAC™)
The SCRUMstudy™ Certified Agile Coach (SCAC™) prepares Scrum practitioners to manage complex Scrum projects and implement Scrum in complex projects involving big project teams, programs and portfolios. It also helps practitioners to get multiple implementation and consultation projects in Scrum.
Conducting Certification Exams
SCRUMstudy™'s online live proctored exams allows you to take your certification exams from the comfort of your home using a webcam and a reliable internet connection.
Maintaining Certification
The SCRUMstudy certificates should be renewed within three calendar years of its issue date. To renew certificates, students need to take the Recertification examination. The Recertification certificate enables you to demonstrate your commitment to continuing learning. It also demonstrates your knowledge of Scrum/Agile to employers, peers and colleagues.
Ethical Practices
SCRUMstudy™ certification exams are proctored using the online Google Meet-based proctor system. Individuals taking online examinations are required to use this system. Cheating on examinations is contrary to both the academic integrity and ethical integrity standards set by SCRUMstudy™.