Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) Study Guide 2026: Syllabus, Exam Topics & Study Plan -Edureify
📋 2026 Edition  ·  Updated November 2026

Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) Study Guide 2026

Complete exam coverage for the Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC): syllabus, domains, key topics, study plan and practical exam preparation strategy.

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60 min
Duration
80
Passing score
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Exam at a Glance

Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) Exam Overview

Key facts about the Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) exam structure, format and scoring.

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Exam code
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40 questions
Total questions
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60 minutes
Duration
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80
Passing score
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5 domains
Exam domains
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Certification
Credential type
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Scoring method: The exam is scored as a percentage and shown immediately after submission; 32 of 40 correct (80%) passes. Each voucher includes two attempts.. The exam may include unscored pilot questions - treat every question seriously.
Focus Areas

What should you study for the Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) exam?

Start with the domains that make up the Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) exam. Use the detailed syllabus below to work through the individual topics.

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Common mistake: Candidates often memorise terminology but struggle with scenario-based questions. Focus on when to use what, not just what exists.
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Agile and Scrum Fundamentals (20%)
Agile values and principles, business agility, complexity and how Scrum compares with traditional project management.
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Scrum Theory and Values (20%)
Empiricism, lean thinking, iterative development, the three pillars and the five Scrum values.
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Scrum Team (20%)
The Scrum Team's accountabilities: Developers, Product Owner and Scrum Master, plus stakeholders and self-management.
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Scrum Events (20%)
The Sprint and its events: Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review and Sprint Retrospective.
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Scrum Artifacts and Agile Practices (20%)
Artifacts and their commitments, plus common agile concepts and practices in the syllabus glossary.
Full Syllabus

Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) Exam Syllabus and Topics

The Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) exam is divided into 5 domains. Each domain covers specific skills and topics. Expand a domain to see the detailed syllabus.

Agile Foundations
Agile Manifesto values and principles
Declaration of Interdependence
Agility and business agility
Why use agile methods
Scrum in Context
Cynefin framework
Traditional project management vs. Scrum
Evolution of Scrum and the 2020 Scrum Guide
Scrum patterns
~8 questions
20 marks
20% of exam weight
Scrum Theory
Empiricism and empirical process control
Lean thinking principles
Iterative and incremental development
Transparency, inspection and adaptation
Scrum Values
Commitment and focus
Openness
Respect
Courage
~8 questions
20 marks
20% of exam weight
Team Characteristics
Self-managing vs. self-organizing teams
Cross-functional agile teams
Scrum Team size
Stakeholders
Accountabilities
Developers: skills and accountabilities
Product Owner: characteristics and accountabilities
Scrum Master: service to the team, Product Owner and organization
Removing impediments
~8 questions
20 marks
20% of exam weight
The Sprint and Planning
The Sprint as container event
Sprint Planning topics: why, what and how
Timeboxes for each event
Sprint cancellation
Inspect and Adapt Events
Daily Scrum
Sprint Review
Sprint Retrospective
Five stages of a retrospective and facilitation techniques
~8 questions
20 marks
20% of exam weight
Artifacts and Commitments
Product Backlog and Product Goal
Sprint Backlog and Sprint Goal
Increment and Definition of Done
Product Backlog refinement
Agile Glossary and Practices
User stories and INVEST criteria
Planning Poker and velocity
Kanban and MVP
Scrum of Scrums
Benefits of time-boxing
~8 questions
20 marks
20% of exam weight
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Study Plan

Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) Structured Study Roadmap

Choose a preparation timeline based on how much time you have available. For a plan based on your actual readiness and weak domains, use the personalised Edureify study experience. Get My Training Plan →

Weeks 1-2
Core Services + Highest-Weighted Domain
Deep-dive into the most heavily tested domain. Spend more time here when its exam weight is significantly higher.
Official exam guideDomain 1 completeCore conceptsPractice questions
Week 3
Domain 2 - Hands-on Practice
Focus on scenario-based study and reinforce concepts through practical application where applicable.
Domain 2Scenario walkthroughsHands-on practicePractice questions
Week 4
Domain 3 - Deeper Concepts
Work through complex concepts and decision scenarios.
Domain 3Scenario drillsPractice examReview
Week 5
Remaining Domains + Weak Area Targeting
Identify your weaker domains and spend focused time closing those gaps.
Remaining domainsDiagnosticTargeted reviewStudy notes
Week 6
Full Simulations + Final Preparation
Use timed simulations to test your preparation and review the reasoning behind incorrect answers.
Full mock examsWrong-answer reviewFinal reviewExam logistics
Exam Strategy

Tips to pass Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) on your first attempt

Practical advice for applying what you know, managing questions and preparing for exam conditions.

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With an 80% pass mark you can miss only 8 of 40 questions, so practise until you consistently score above 85%.
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Answer strictly by the 2020 Scrum Guide: accountabilities rather than roles, self-managing teams, and commitments (Product Goal, Sprint Goal, Definition of Done).
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Memorise event timeboxes and who attends each Scrum event; event and artifact questions are easy to lose to team-specific habits.
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You have 90 seconds per question; read each option fully since distractors often use outdated Scrum terms.
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The voucher includes two attempts and is valid for six months, so schedule your first attempt only when practice scores are reliable.
Recommended Resources

Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) Study Resources

Use a focused set of resources alongside the study guide rather than trying to study from everything available.

Official
Official Exam Guide
Start with the authoritative exam objectives and blueprint.
→ Vendor website
Practice Tests
Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) Practice Test
Practice questions with explanations and domain-level performance analysis.
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Mock Exam
Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) Mock Exam
Timed preparation under realistic exam-style conditions.
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Training
Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) Certification Training
Structured preparation with personalised learning support and adaptive practice.
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AI Tutor
Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) AI Tutor
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Reference
Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC) Cheat Sheet
Quick-reference summaries for final revision.
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Diagnostic
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Frequently asked questions about Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC)

Most candidates with relevant background can structure their preparation over several weeks, depending on their existing knowledge, available study time and exam difficulty. Use the study roadmap above as a starting point and use the readiness diagnostic to identify where you need more preparation.
The guide covers the exam overview, domains, detailed syllabus and topics, study roadmap, exam preparation tips and links to practice, mock, readiness, cheat-sheet, AI Tutor and training resources.
The guide is designed to organize your preparation around the exam syllabus. You should combine it with practice questions and timed simulations so that you can test both your knowledge and your ability to apply it.
Yes. Start with the exam overview and domain breakdown, then work through the detailed topics using the study roadmap. Candidates with less experience may need additional time for foundational concepts.
Take the Edureify readiness diagnostic to assess your preparation and identify the domains where you need to focus more.
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