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In this video, you are going to learn about the differences between Certified Scrum Master
and Professional Scrum Master Certification.
So let us see the differences between the two
How to get Certified?
As far as Certified Scrum Master or CSM is concerned, it is just like any other diploma
or degree program where you have to be enrolled in an institution and have to attend the classes.
In the end, you have to pass the CSM test.
On the other hand, the classes are optional for the PSM 1 or PSM 2.
Now let's talk about the Passing Grade?
For CSM, you have to score at least 69% marks or 24 out of 35 to get passed in the Certified
Scrum Master program.
In PSM1, you would get 80 questions and you have to score at least 85% within 60 minutes.
And in PSM 2 you would get 30 questions and you have to score atleast 85% marks within
90 minutes.
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What is the exam Format? The test paper of CSM is only based on multiple choice questions.
On the other hand, there are two levels of Professional Scrum Master Certification program.
One is PSM 1 which is also based on the multiple choice questions and the other one is PSM
2 which is not only based on MCQ’s but you also have to write an essay in it.
How difficult is the exam? The Certified Scrum Master test is relatively easier than the
PSM 1 and PSM 2.
The reason behind is the weekly classes and the tests that you take on these classes.
These tests prepare you for the final exam.
However, PSM doesn’t have any scheduled classes systems this is why students find
it hard to pass the exams.
How much does it cost?
There is no standard fee of CSM.
The CSM fee is attached to the course, and many different institutions offer this certificate program.
However, the general fee of CSM starts from the $400 to $2,500 based on the tuition fee.
Since there is only one body that offers Professional Scrum Master Program that is why they have
a standard fee of PSM.
The PSM 1 costs $150 and PSM 2 cost only $250.
What is the Renewal Duration?
For the first two years after you get the CSM degree, the fee of the credential would
be added to the tuition fee.
Later on, you have to renew it by paying only $100 for every two years.
On the other hand, there is no need to renew your PSM credentials.It is valid for lifetime.
How much consistency is there in the contents of both programs?
Since many institutes are providing CSM program that is why the program content varies
from institute to institute.
Whereas PSM has only one body, and all the teachers of that body follow only one single source of content.
As a conclusion, we would like to say that both of the programs are highly compatible,
and both have their own importance.
CSM may look back in the race but its originality and the history of this program makes it equal
to PSM.
However, aspects like no renew, content reliability and consistency, and the tuition fee of PSM makes it a better
choice to take if you want to be a Professional Scrum Master with the certificate.
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