Professional Scrum Master (PSM I) — Scrum.org
The most rigorous and widely respected Scrum Master certification available — no mandatory training course, just a demanding 85% pass-mark exam. PSM I is fast becoming one of Jamaica’s most in-demand tech-adjacent credentials as digital transformation sweeps BPO, banking, and telecoms.
What Is PSM I?
The Professional Scrum Master (PSM I) is the entry-level Scrum certification from Scrum.org — the organisation co-founded by Scrum co-creator Ken Schwaber. It certifies that you have a thorough understanding of the Scrum framework, the Scrum Guide, and how to apply Scrum effectively to support teams and enable agile delivery.
Unlike the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) from Scrum Alliance, the PSM I requires no mandatory training course — you simply study independently and pass a demanding 80-question, 60-minute exam with an 85% pass mark. This rigour makes PSM I significantly more respected by technical employers, who see it as a true demonstration of Scrum knowledge rather than attendance at a 2-day course.
In Jamaica, Scrum Master has become one of the most-advertised tech-adjacent roles. Digital transformation across NCB, JN Group, Sagicor, Digicel, and major BPOs has created strong demand — while supply remains limited, keeping salaries competitive.
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Salary Range in Jamaica
Range spans Junior Scrum Master through to Head of Agile Delivery
Scrum Masters with PSM I in Jamaica’s banking digital and BPO sectors typically command a 20–35% premium over non-certified agile practitioners. Agile Coaches with PSM II and demonstrated coaching experience can reach J$7M–J$11M, with Head of Delivery roles at J$9M–J$15M.
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How to Obtain PSM I
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
PSM I never expires. PSM II and III require demonstrated advanced Scrum knowledge via examination only — no training course required. Continuous learning through Scrum.org resources, the Agile Alliance community, Agile podcasts, and local Kingston tech meetups keeps skills current.
Recommended CPD for Scrum Masters: attend or facilitate retrospectives and refinement sessions, study complementary frameworks (Kanban, SAFe, LeSS), complete Scrum.org’s Professional Agile Leadership (PAL) credential, and contribute to Jamaica’s growing agile community through meetups and LinkedIn groups.
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