Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC^®) Certification [SCRUMstudy] in Hong Kong

The Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC^®) certification from SCRUMstudy is an entry-level certification that validates your understanding of the basic concepts and practices of Scrum, an Agile framework for managing projects. It's designed for anyone new to Agile methodologies or looking to validate their basic knowledge of Scrum.

The SFC^® certification from SCRUMstudy is ideal for anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of Scrum, including team members, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and managers.

Getting SFC certified demonstrates a foundational understanding of Scrum, which is valuable for anyone involved in Scrum teams or Agile projects.

No, there are no prerequisites for taking the SCRUMstudy SFC exam. It is suitable for individuals new to Scrum.

No, the Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC^®) certification from SCRUMstudy is designed for beginners, so prior experience is not required.

The Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC^®) exam is absolutely FREE. SCRUMstudy has kept the SFC certification free to promote Scrum and to increase the adaptability of Scrum.

Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC) certification is owned and managed by SCRUMstudy. The SFC trademark is registered to SCRUMstudy and only SCRUMstudy and it’s Authorized Training Partners (such as Encertify) are eligible to offer this certification.

The SFC certification validates your understanding of Scrum principles, roles, events, and artifacts at a foundational level.

You can enroll in the SFC certification course and exam through the link provided in the enrollment section.

You can prepare for the SFC exam by studying the SCRUMstudy SBOK Guide or by enrolling in the FREE online or in-person courses. Watching video lessons, participating in interactive case studies or completing the chapter tests available inside the SFC course will help you prepare.

Yes, SCRUMstudy provides official study materials, including the Scrum Fundamentals Study Guide, SBOK Guide, Course videos and access to chapter tests. All these are available in the FREE online course. You can also attend the FREE webinar (Live-Virtual Class) which will not only provide you the tools to pass the exam but will also help you getting a better understanding of Scrum.

Yes, SCRUMstudy offers practice tests to help you prepare for the Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC) exam. There are a few chapter questions available in the online course.

You can access the Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC) study guides and resources through the SCRUMstudy website or via the free online courses.

The exam covers Scrum principles, roles, events, artifacts, and the overall framework. It includes multiple-choice questions that assess your knowledge of Scrum terminology, concepts, and application in various scenarios.

The detailed LVC course agenda is mentioned after these Frequently Asked Questions. Please scroll down further in this page.

The Scrum Fundamentals Study Guide and the Scrum Body of Knowledge (SBOK Guide) from SCRUMstudy are the primary recommended books for preparing for the SFC exam.

The SCRUMstudy SFC self-paced online course is a very basic course which you can finish studying in one or two study sessions. The SFC live-virtual class (webinar) is little more detailed. The SFC webinar lasts for around 5 hours. That should be enough for you to get a sufficient enough understanding of Scrum and to pass the SFC certification exam. In addition, you may also would like to go through the SCRUMstudy SBOK Guide to get a detailed understanding of Scrum.

You can study on your own using the SBOK Guide. However, taking an official SCRUMstudy course may help reinforce the material. In any case, the study material and the training for SFC are available absolutely FREE.

The SFC certification exam is available online, allowing you to take it from the comfort of your home or office.

No, SFC is not a live-proctored exam. You can take it anytime.

In the “My Exams” section inside your course login, you will see a button/link to start your SFC exam.

The SFC exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions that test your knowledge of Scrum fundamentals.

The SFC exam is typically 60 minutes long.

No, there is no strict time limit for each individual question, but you must complete the entire SFC exam within 60 minutes.

To pass the SFC exam, you need to achieve a score of at least 75%. i.e. 30 out of 40.

Unlike the other SCRUMstudy certifications, SFC certification exam is an unproctored exam. You don’t need to schedule the SFC exam in advance. You can take the exam anytime. Hence, there is no question of rescheduling the exam. Whenever you are ready to take the exam, you can take or retake the exam from your course login.

Yes, you can retake the SFC exam if you fail. SCRUMstudy allows you to retake the exam as many times as needed. There is no waiting period between attempts.

There is no limit on maximum attempt to pass the SFC exam. You can take the SFC exam till you pass the exam.

Results are typically available immediately after completing the Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC) exam. You'll know if you passed and can download your certificate right away. You will also receive your SFC digital certificate from SCRUMstudy via email.

Yes, you can download and print your certificate directly from the SCRUMstudy course login.

You can verify your SFC certification by entering your certification number on the SCRUMstudy website's verification page. The verification page looks like this.

Yes, you definitely can. When you pass the Scrum Fundamentals exam, you will be able to publish verified SFC credential in your LinkedIn profile. You will be able to do so directly from your course login or from the congratulatory email received from SCRUMstudy.

The FREE SFC Live-Virtual Class could help you equip with basic knowledge and tools for you to start implementing Scrum principles in your workplace. However, to get the maximum out of this simple yet strong framework, it is better to have more in-depth knowledge of Scrum. Advanced level certifications and the SCRUMstudy SBOK Guide will be very handy for Scrum practitioners.

The SCRUMstudy SFC certification does not have an expiry and it is valid for lifetime.

SCRUMstudy SFC certification is very popular among Scrum enthusiasts. Every week thousands of people get SFC certified and right at this moment somebody is taking this exam from somewhere in the world.

Yes, the SFC certification is globally recognized and respected by organizations using Scrum and Agile methodologies. It is applicable across various industries. It demonstrates a foundational understanding of Scrum principles and practices.

Yes, earning the SFC certification can help you gain Professional Development Units (PDUs) or satisfy continuing education requirements for maintaining other certifications.

The SFC is an entry-level certification, while others like SMC (Scrum Master Certified), SPOC (Scrum Product Owner Certified), SAMC (SCRUMstudy Agile Master Certified), ESM (Expert Scrum Master) etc. are more advanced certifications. The SFC is an introductory certification focused on Scrum fundamentals, while SMC, CSM, SDC or SPOC are role-specific certifications that provide deeper insights into Scrum Master and Scrum team leadership roles.

The SFC certification provides foundational Scrum knowledge, and it is considered as an important stepping stone for your Scrum journey. Although it may not be enough to get you a Scrum Master job or to help you manage complex Scrum projects, you can definitely consider this as a good starting point. After SFC, advanced certifications like SDC, SMC, SPOC or SAMC will be more beneficial to further a career in Scrum or Agile.

Yes, the SFC is often pursued as a stepping stone before pursuing more advanced certifications like SMC, SDC, SPOC or SAMC.

There are several advanced level certifications which you can pursue after SFC certification. Here is the SCRUMstudy certification hierarchy. Among the advanced certifications, Scrum Master Certified (SMC) and Scrum Product Owner Certified (SPOC) are the two most popular Scrum certifications. However, you can pursue any of the others also depending upon your area of interest.