SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM Certification)

Introduction

Develop the skill sets needed to guide the delivery of value in a Lean enterprise—and learn about the activities, tools, and mechanics used to manage backlogs and programs—by becoming a SAFe^® Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM). During this two-day course, attendees will gain an in-depth understanding of the Agile Release Train (ART), how it delivers value, and what they can do to effectively perform their role.

They will also learn how to apply Lean thinking to write Epics, break them down into Features and Stories, plan and execute Iterations, and plan Program Increments. Finally, attendees learn about the Continuous Delivery Pipeline and DevOps culture, how to effectively integrate as Product Owners and Product Managers, and what it takes to relentlessly improve the ART.

Attending the class prepares individuals to take the exam and become a certified SAFe® Product Owner/Product Manager.

Objectives

At the end of this course students will be able to:

• Apply SAFe in the Lean enterprise
• Connect SAFe Lean-Agile principles and values to the PO/PM roles
• Collaborate with Lean Portfolio Management
• Explore continuous value with Program Increment Planning
• Execute the Program Increment and deliver continuous value
• Articulate the Product Owner and Product Manager roles
• Create a role action plan

Student Profile

The following individuals will benefit from this course:

• Product Managers, Product Line Managers, Product Owners, Business Owners, and Business Analysts
• Solution Managers, Portfolio Managers, Program Managers, PMO personnel, and Process Leads
• Enterprise, Solution, and System Architects

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to attend this course. However, the following prerequisites are highly recommended for those who intend to take the SAFe^® Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM) certification exam:

• Attend a Leading SAFe^® course
• Experience working in a SAFe environment
• Experience with Lean, Agile, or other relevant certifications

Course Materials

Each student will receive a copy of the course documentation workbook prepared by Scaled Agile as well as membership to the SAFe Community Platform for one year ($100 renewal for each year thereafter).

Accreditation

• A certificate of completion will be issued to students who attend this course.
• Attendees may be eligible to apply for 15 PDUs toward their continuing education requirements with the Project Management Institute (PMI) for PMP, PgMP, and PMI-ACP certifications.
• Attendees may be eligible to apply for SEUs under Category C, toward earning or renewing their CSP through Scrum Alliance.

Certification

Attending both days of this course prepares and qualifies individuals to take the exam and become a certified SAFe® Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM). Students will be registered with Scaled Agile to take the POPM exam at their convenience within 30 days of attending the course.

Students who successfully pass the certification exam will receive a certificate and a digital badge to promote their achievement virtually.

Exam Details

• Format: Multiple Choice
• Delivery: Web-based (single-browser), closed book, no outside assistance, timed
• Cost: First exam attempt is included as part of the course registration fee if the exam is taken within 30 days of course completion. Each retake attempt costs $50.
• Duration: Once the exam begins candidates have 90 minutes (1.5 hours) to complete the exam
• Number of Questions: 45
• Language: English
• Retake Policy: Second attempt on exam (first retake) can be done immediately after first attempt. Third attempt requires a 10-day wait. Fourth attempt requires a 30-day wait.
• See the Scaled Agile website for more POPM exam details including the the current passing score and study materials. (The conditions of the additional Certification services are subject to the terms of the license owner or the authorized certification body.)

Course Outline

1. Applying SAFe in the Lean enterprise
2. Relating a Lean-Agile Mindset to the Product Owner and Product Manager roles
3. Collaborating with Lean Portfolio Management
4. Continuously explore customer needs
5. Executing the Program Increment
6. Defining the Product Owner/Product Manager roles and responsibilities
7. Creating a Product Owner/Product Manager action plan

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