Scrum.org Professional Scrum Product Owner™ (PSPO)

What is Professional Scrum Product Owner™ (PSPO)?

Professional Scrum Product Owner™ (PSPO) is a Scrum.org certification and training pathway designed to help professionals develop the knowledge and skills required to maximize product value while working within Scrum.

What is PSPO certification?

PSPO certification demonstrates knowledge of Scrum and the Product Owner accountability, including product vision, value maximization, Product Backlog management, stakeholder engagement, and product strategy.

Who should take PSPO training?

PSPO training is suitable for:

• Product Owners
• Product Managers
• Project Managers
• Business Analysts
• Business Owners
• Agile Product Managers
• Scrum Masters
• Agile Coaches
• Entrepreneurs
• Stakeholders working with Scrum Teams
• Professionals transitioning into Product Ownership

What will I learn in PSPO training?

PSPO training typically covers:

• Scrum Framework
• Product Owner accountability
• Product vision
• Product value
• Product Goals
• Product Backlog management
• Product Backlog ordering
• Stakeholder management
• Product strategy
• Release planning
• Evidence-based decision-making
• Customer and market value
• Working with Scrum Teams
• Maximizing product value

Is PSPO suitable for Product Managers?

Yes. PSPO can be particularly useful for Product Managers who want to understand how Scrum supports product development, value delivery, stakeholder collaboration, and Product Backlog management.

Is PSPO suitable for beginners?

Yes. Professionals who are new to Product Ownership can take PSPO training to build a structured understanding of Scrum and the Product Owner accountability. Familiarity with Agile concepts can be helpful but is not necessarily required for learning the fundamentals.

What is the difference between PSM and PSPO?

PSM focuses primarily on the Scrum Master accountability, including coaching, facilitation, Scrum adoption, and helping the Scrum Team understand and apply Scrum.

PSPO focuses primarily on the Product Owner accountability, including product value, Product Backlog management, product vision, stakeholder engagement, and maximizing product outcomes.