SSM Exam Information and Guideline
SAFe 5 Scrum Master (SSM)
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Exam Specification:
- Exam Name: SSM SAFe 5 Scrum Master (SSM)
- Exam Code: SSM
- Exam Duration: 1.5 hours
- Exam Format: Multiple-choice questions
- Passing Score: Typically, a passing score of 73% or higher
Course Outline:
1. Introduction to SAFe and Agile Principles
- Overview of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
- Agile Manifesto and Principles
- SAFe Core Values and Lean-Agile Mindset
2. Scrum Master Role in SAFe
- Understanding the role and responsibilities of a SAFe Scrum Master
- Building high-performing Agile teams
- Facilitating Agile ceremonies and events
- Coaching Agile teams and promoting continuous improvement
3. SAFe Principles and Practices
- Applying SAFe principles to enable business agility
- Implementing Lean-Agile practices and techniques
- Managing flow and optimizing the Agile Release Train (ART)
4. Agile Planning and Execution
- Collaborative release planning and estimating techniques
- Managing and prioritizing the team and program backlogs
- Iteration planning and tracking progress using Agile metrics
5. Agile Team and Program Execution
- Facilitating team dynamics and cross-team collaboration
- Managing dependencies and resolving impediments
- Supporting the ART and coordinating with other teams
6. Agile Transformation Leadership
- Leading and supporting the Agile transformation journey
- Driving change and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Coaching leaders and stakeholders in Agile practices
Exam Objectives:
1. Understand the principles and values of Agile and SAFe.
2. Explain the role and responsibilities of a SAFe Scrum Master.
3. Apply Lean-Agile practices and techniques to facilitate team and program execution.
4. Plan and execute Agile iterations and releases.
5. Support Agile teams and promote continuous improvement.
6. Lead and support Agile transformations at the team and program levels.
Exam Syllabus:
The exam syllabus covers the following topics (but is not limited to):
- Agile and SAFe Principles
- Scrum Master role and responsibilities
- Agile team and program execution
- Iteration planning and execution
- Release planning and execution
- Agile metrics and tracking progress
- Agile team dynamics and collaboration
- Agile transformation leadership
- Coaching and facilitating Agile practices