Certificate Summary

The Product Owner (PO) is a key member of the Agile Team who acts as the voice of the customer. They work closely with Product Management and other stakeholders to decide on what needs to be done first in the Team Backlog, ensuring that the Solution meets the program's priorities and stays technically sound. Ideally, the Product Owner is part of the team, sharing management, incentives, and culture. They also attend important Product Management meetings to plan and refine the backlog and vision. TheCertified Product Owner in Agile (CPOA)™ Certification focuses on using the Scrum product backlog to make projects successful. As a Certified Product Owner in Agile (CPOA)™, you'll see the product evolve with each iteration and learn how to adapt to changes in business conditions by adjusting the product backlog. You'll also learn how to recognize and end unsuccessful projects early on, often within the first few months. This certification equips you with what you need to succeed with Agile & Scrum practices. To understand the responsibilities of a product owner, start by figuring out what they are in charge of. Is it a whole product, a specific feature, or a component? While this might seem like a simple question, it can be tricky to answer. In some companies, there isn't a clear understanding of what a product entails. This leads to confusion about who is responsible for what, with people overseeing features or components mistakenly being called product owners.

Structure of the Assessment

Exam Duration and Format

• The exam lasts for 1 hour, which is the same as 60 minutes.

Validity and Renewal

• The Certified Product Owner in Agile (CPOA)™ never expires.