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IMPORTANT before enrolling:
This course is designed to complement your preparation for certification exams, but it is not a substitute for official vendor materials. It is not endorsed by the certification vendor, and you will not receive the official certification study material or a voucher as part of this course.
This course offers an in-depth exploration of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and the critical roles of Product Owners and Product Managers (POPM) within it. Designed for professionals aiming to excel in agile environments, this course covers the fundamental principles and advanced practices necessary for effective product management and ownership in SAFe.
Starting with an overview of SAFe and the POPM role, the course introduces the Scaled Agile Framework, emphasizing its importance in large-scale agile projects. Participants will gain a solid understanding of the key concepts and responsibilities of Product Owners and Product Managers, and how these roles contribute to the success of Agile Release Trains (ART).
The course highlights the significance of the POPM role within SAFe, detailing how Product Owners and Managers drive value delivery in Agile Release Trains. Participants will learn about the benefits of these roles to the organization and stakeholders, as well as the impact they have on delivering high-quality products efficiently.
For those seeking certification, the course provides a comprehensive overview of the SAFe POPM certification process, including the requirements and benefits of obtaining this credential. Participants will be guided through the certification journey, preparing them to meet the standards set by the SAFe community.
A deep dive into SAFe principles and the Lean-Agile mindset is a core component of the course. Participants will explore the fundamental principles that underpin SAFe, gaining insights into how a Lean-Agile mindset fosters continuous improvement and value delivery. The course also covers the Agile Manifesto and SAFe core values, explaining how they relate to the roles of Product Owners and Managers.
The product management and development section equips participants with the skills needed to define and manage products effectively. Topics include creating and maintaining a compelling product vision, developing strategic product roadmaps, and conducting market and user research to understand customer needs and preferences.
Detailed discussions on the specific roles and responsibilities of Product Owners and Managers are provided, highlighting their strategic and tactical duties. Participants will learn about the differences and similarities between these roles and strategies for effective collaboration between Product Owners and Managers.
Understanding Agile Release Trains (ART) is crucial for SAFe success. This course covers the structure and function of ART, emphasizing the role of POPM within these trains. Participants will gain insights into planning and executing Program Increments (PI), a vital process for ensuring alignment and value delivery in SAFe.
Customer-centricity and design thinking are also key topics. Participants will learn the importance of focusing on customer needs, applying design thinking principles to product development, and integrating customer-centricity within SAFe practices.
The course further delves into developing and prioritizing backlogs, offering techniques for creating and maintaining product backlogs, prioritizing features and user stories, and writing effective user stories with clear acceptance criteria.
Effective communication and collaboration are essential for agile success. Participants will explore techniques for communicating with stakeholders, fostering teamwork within agile teams, and managing remote teams effectively.
Finally, the course addresses metrics and continuous improvement practices. Participants will learn about key metrics for measuring POPM success and techniques for fostering a culture of continuous improvement within agile teams.
By the end of this course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of SAFe and the critical roles of Product Owners and Managers, equipped with the skills and knowledge to drive agile success in their organizations.
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