SAFe® 6.0 Product Owner Product Manager Certification Training

Upskills Certifications presents the SAFe Product Owner Product Manager (POPM) certification program, covering vital processes, mechanics, and tools crucial for program management and backlog handling. This training equips you to play a pivotal role in product development and excel in achieving business objectives through Scaled Agile Frameworks.

Course Overview

The certification prepares you for roles such as Product Manager and Product Owner in Agile environments. Understanding the Scaled Agile Framework enables you to help organizations implement agile and lean principles effectively. As a certified POPM, you bridge the gap between business and development teams, aiding seamless SAFe adoption and strategic goal setting for scalability.

Key Features:

16 hours of live instructor-led sessions
Earn 16 SEUs for continual learning
Engage in experiential learning, real-life simulations, role-plays, and case studies

Eligibility:

The SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager certification course is suitable for:

Product Managers
Product Owners
Business Owners
Business Analysts
Solution Managers
Portfolio Managers
Program Managers
Enterprise and System Architects
Agile coaches

Pre-requisites:

There are no specific prerequisites for attending this course, although learners should have an undergraduate degree or a high school diploma. It's recommended to have experience working in a SAFe environment or with Lean, Agile, or other relevant methodologies.

Skills Covered:

Apply SAFe in the Lean Enterprise
Identify components of Scaled Agile Framework
Identify Customer Needs
Execute Program Increment PI
Develop a Stakeholder Engagement Plan
Integrate LeanAgile Principles

Course Agenda

1. Explore POPM Roles and Responsibilities

SAFe for Lean Enterprises
Value Streams
Lean-Agile Mindset
Responsibilities of Product Owners & Product Managers

2. Prepare for Program Increment Planning

Program Increment Planning
Solution or Product Vision
Solution & Program Increment Roadmaps
Epics, Features, & Stories
Learning Definition of Done
Program Backlogs & Kanban

3. Leading Program Increment Planning & Vision

Communicate The Vision
Establish Program Increment Objectives
Overseeing Dependencies
Managing Risks

4. Executive Iterations

Story Maps and User Stories
Iteration Planning
Team Kanban
Backlog Refinement
Iteration Retrospective and Review
DevOps & Release on Demand

5. Execute Program Increment

Product Owner Sync (PO)
System Demo
Innovation & Planning Iteration
Inspect & Adapt

6. Becoming a Certified SAFe® Product Owner/Product Manager

Apply SAFe Principles
Practice SAFe
Implement SAFe Frameworks
Drive Agility in Organizations

Meet Our Trainers

Eshwar Jakkula
(SAFe Agile, Kanban and DevOps Coach, SPC 6.0)

Eshwar Jakkula is a distinguished Agile and SAFe expert with over 15 years of experience in leading transformations across multinational corporations and government agencies. Eshwar is a highly sought-after SAFe trainer who has empowered over 4,000 individuals through 225+ classes covering SAFe versions 4.0 to 6.0 in all the courses.

He conducts executive-level workshops on SAFe, feature and user story writing, and technical workshops on TDD, BDD, and CICD implementation. Eshwar's practical insights and proven strategies bridge the gap between theory and practice, consistently delivering tangible results through his classes. As a SAFe exam developer and subject matter expert, he has contributed to the development of half of the SAFe courses. Don't miss the opportunity to learn from a trainer who combines unparalleled expertise with a passion for empowering individuals and organizations to achieve their full potential in Agile and SAFe.

Todd Williams
(SPC6, PMP, TBR, CPIP)

Todd Williams is an accomplished leader with a wealth of experience in driving Agile practices and spearheading transformational initiatives. Currently serving as the Director of Agile Practice and Chief Product Owner for the Enterprise Data Office at WESCO Distribution, he holds a pivotal role in shaping the organization's Agile journey and ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.

With a comprehensive background in Agile methodologies, Todd is committed to driving innovation and efficiency across the organization. He oversees the Product Owner Cycle, providing invaluable support to Agile teams and leaders, while also managing and coaching a team of Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters. As a thought leader in Product Innovation and Customer Discovery, he continuously strives to push the boundaries of what's possible, driving the company's success in a rapidly evolving market.

Alex Rohrs
(SPC6, PMP, TBR, CPIP )

Alex is a problem solver and recognized leader with a deep passion for Agile and SAFe and helping individuals, teams and organizations achieve better results by identifying the right market problems to solve and implementing smarter ways of working. He has a background in Program and Product Management and spent over 15 years in the educational technology field.

He is expert in managing cross-functional teams from conception through product launch, including implementation and management of processes designed to identify value, streamline efficiency, improve quality and bring products to market quickly and efficiently. Alex has led Agile transformations at multiple organizations and successfully implemented SAFe at Scholastic, leading 3 Agile Release Trains through 14 PI’s resulting in the release of industry leading Reading and Math intervention programs for the K-12 market.