Professional Scrum Product Owner™ (PSPO-1) - Online Classroom (exam included)

Professional Scrum Product Owner™ (PSPO-1) - Online Classroom (exam included)

Develop the skills to lead products, maximize customer value, and make better product decisions with the Professional Scrum Product Owner™ (PSPO I) Certification.

This practical, instructor-led course equips aspiring and practicing Product Owners with the knowledge and techniques needed to succeed in a Scrum environment. You will learn how to define product goals, manage and prioritize the Product Backlog, engage stakeholders, plan releases, forecast effectively, and maximize the value delivered by Scrum teams.

Through interactive exercises, real-world scenarios, discussions, and hands-on activities, you will gain practical insights into the Product Owner role and learn how to apply Scrum principles to real business challenges. The course also prepares you for the PSPO I assessment, helping you demonstrate your understanding of Scrum and professional product ownership.

Whether you are an aspiring Product Owner, Product Manager, Project Manager, Scrum professional, or Agile team member, this course provides a strong foundation for building and delivering valuable products in an Agile environment.

Key features

• Course and material are in english
• Beginner - Intermediate for professionals
• 16 hours of live instructor-led training
• Accredited course with Expert Scrum.org Trainers
• Practical exercises, discussions, and Scrum-based case studies
• 30 hours study time recommendation
• 4 comprehensive mock tests with 80 questions each
• 6 Months post-class career support by mentor
• Official exam voucher included
• Professional Scrum Product Owner I (PSPO I) certificate of course completion
• Earn 16 PDUs and 16 SEUs upon course completion

Learning Objectives

• Master the Product Owner Role: Understand the Product Owner’s accountabilities and how to lead products effectively while maximizing value.
• Apply Agile Product Management Practices: Build practical skills in Product Backlog management, prioritization, forecasting, and Agile product development.
• Drive Effective Product Delivery: Learn how to support continuous product development and deliver valuable outcomes using professional Scrum practices.
• Enable Continuous Improvement: Explore evidence-based management approaches to evaluate performance, improve outcomes, and strengthen Agile practices.
• Measure and Maximize Business Value: Learn how to use KPIs, metrics, and value-based measures to assess product performance and guide better decisions.
• Manage Product Development with Scrum: Develop practical capabilities in defining user stories, estimating and prioritizing requirements, building products incrementally, and forecasting delivery.

Who Should Enroll in this Program?

While this course covers an introduction to the Scrum framework, it’s primarily from the perspective of the Product Owner. Therefore, it’s best if the students come to the course with an understanding of the fundamentals of Scrum, ideally as demonstrated by passing the Scrum Open.

• Aspiring and practicing Product Owners
• Product Managers
• Project Managers transitioning to Agile product management
• Scrum Masters

Prerequisites

Anyone can take part in the training. It has no prerequisites. No software development background is required, making the course suitable for professionals from both technical and non-technical backgrounds

Participants should read the Scrum Guide before the course. The Scrum Guide is available to download here: scrumguides.org.

While this course covers an introduction to the Scrum framework, it’s primarily from the perspective of the Product Owner. Therefore, it’s best if the students come to the course with an understanding of the fundamentals of Scrum, ideally as demonstrated by passing the Scrum Open.

Course Topics

Module 1: Fundamentals of the Product Owner Role

• Agile development values
• Product Owner responsibilities and accountabilities
• Product Owner involvement in Scrum events and meetings
• Product Owner leadership qualities
• Understanding business value
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Measuring and maximizing business value

Module 2: Practical Product Ownership Skills

• Product development and product build-up
• User stories and their relevance
• Setting and achieving strategic Product Goals
• Release strategies and planning with Scrum
• Estimating and prioritizing requirements
• Forecasting with Scrum
• Product development across multiple teams
• Understanding and managing total cost of ownership

Certification Exam Details

• Certification: Professional Scrum Product Owner™ I (PSPO I)
• Exam Provider: Scrum.org
• Number of Questions: 80
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Passing Score: 85%
• Question Format: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer, and True/False
• Delivery: Online
• Languages: English; Japanese and Simplified Chinese options are also available
• Certification Validity: Lifetime, no renewal fee
• Digital Credential: Free Credly digital credential included

FAQ

Will missing a live class affect my ability to complete the course?

Yes, you may be subject to not getting the exam voucher if you don't attend a class. Therefore, it's better always to let us know at least 2 weeks in advance if you require any rescheduling requests.

*note that reschedule request is not always given depending on the situation

What is the PSPO I certification?

The Professional Scrum Product Owner™ I (PSPO I) is a Scrum.org certification that validates a professional's understanding of Scrum and the Product Owner role, including the ability to maximize product value and effectively manage product development in a Scrum environment.

Who should take the PSPO I course?

The course is suitable for Product Owners, Product Managers, Project Managers, Scrum Masters, developers, testers, team leads, managers, and other professionals involved in Agile product development

Can I take PSPO I without being a Product Owner?

Yes. The course is also designed for professionals aspiring to become Product Owners or those who work closely with product development and Scrum teams. Previous Product Owner experience is not required.

Is PSPO I only relevant to software development?

No. Although many Scrum examples involve software products, the Product Owner principles and practices can be applied more broadly to product development. The course does not require software development experience.

What makes PSPO different than other similar accreditation courses?

PSPO stands out because it validates your knowledge through an independent assessment, rather than awarding certification solely for course attendance. It focuses specifically on professional Product Ownership, product strategy, stakeholder collaboration, and maximizing product value. Training is recommended but not mandatory, and once earned, the PSPO I certification is lifetime-valid with no renewal fees or continuing education requirements. This makes PSPO a flexible and credible way to demonstrate practical Product Owner knowledge and capabilities.